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Wednesday
12th August 2026
Mary had been told by an angel that she was to give birth to
a son named Jesus. When she heard that her cousin, Elizabeth,
was also going to have a baby, she went as quickly as she
could to visit her. Mary went into Zechariah’s house and greeted
Elizabeth. Now as soon as Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the
child leapt in her womb and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy
Spirit. Elizabeth gave a loud cry and said to Mary, “Of all women
you are the most blessed, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.
Why should I be honoured with a visit from the mother of my
Lord? As soon as your greeting reached my ears, the child in
my womb leapt for joy. Yes, blessed are you for believing the
promise made to you by the Lord.” Mary stayed with Elizabeth
for about three months and then went back home.
Taken from the Gospel of Sunday 16th August 2026 - Luke 1:39-56 (The Feast of the Assumption, Year A)
Which words stood out for you in this Gospel, and why? What does the picture make
you think about? Enjoy exploring this Wednesday’s word, which is VISITORS
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“God’s
God’s will is that we welcome one another.”
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Pope Francis (Pope from 2013-2025)
What happened when Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting? In this Sunday’s Gospel,
even though Mary had many of her own preparations to make for the birth of
Jesus, she still went out of her way to visit her elderly relative Elizabeth. Ask
your child who they like to go and visit most. Tell your child about the people
you like to visit and say why. When did your child last get a warm welcome and
how did it make them feel? Who always makes them feel especially welcome and
As a family, think about people who visit your home. Each of you say who most
fills you with joy when they call to visit you. How can you make visitors feel
more welcome throughout the holidays? Is there someone that you can invite for
a meal, or to play, and make them feel especially valued - maybe a relative who
lives on their own, someone who may be lonely or maybe a friend from school?
This Sunday’s Gospel contains some of the words that have become part of
the prayer which we call the ‘Hail Mary’. It’s a great prayer to finish tonight’s
special time together.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is
with thee. Blessed art thou among
women, and blessed is the fruit of
thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother
of God, pray for us sinners, now and
at the hour of our death. Amen.
Write a promise and then draw a big smile on Smiley
This week I will try my best to ...
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