The musical “Filhos do Sim” (Children of the Yes) has as its “star” the figure of Our Lady and her courage in accepting God’s proposal, without questioning His plan, generously giving her “yes”.
This story is experienced, in parallel, with that of a contemporary family, which cannot accept the loss of a loved one, causing a division within the family. Mary of Nazareth, through the narrative of her life, demonstrates that faith led her to the greatest gift imaginable, that of being the mother of the Savior. Even if pain and sadness were present, a mother’s sacrifice is always worth it because her love is unconditional and infinite.
This family will also conclude that “saying yes” will be the best thing for unity and serenity of heart. That they should not live stuck to the loss and death that has happened, but rather to what there is to live for, to joy, to what’s new…
Mary of Nazareth, with her faith and unconditional love, changed our world forever. And do we, as heirs of her love, have the courage to make a difference, to say “YES” when we are asked by God?