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The next window depicts the scene of the first Joyful Mystery of the Rosary — the Annunciation (above left). The Archangel Gabriel stands to the right of Mary and the first words of the Hail Mary in Latin (Ave Maria) appear on Gabriel's staff. The angel's hand is in a position of blessing. Once Mary has accepted what God asks of her and has responded with her "Fiat," then the Holy Spirit overshadows Mary as "she conceives by the Holy Spirit." In the bottom, right-hand comer are the Rose of Sharon and the Lilies of the Valley. These are common titles of Mary, and they refer to her virginity.
Mary's humility is depicted by the way that her hands are crossed over her heart, her eyes are lowered, and her head is bowed in submission.
The fact that God has chosen Mary is indicated by artist in the way that he has the angel's wing touching Mary's shoulder. This window is dedicated to the Caillet family.
The next window depicts the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, (above right) Note the shepherds who have come to adore the Christ Child. Already in the background we can see the bright red passion flower. The angels are singing "Glory to God in the highest." This window is dedicated to the Fahey family.
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