Angelus

The Angelus is a traditional Catholic prayer commemorating the Annunciation, the moment when the Angel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would become the mother of Jesus. It is typically recited three times a day: in the morning, at noon, and in the evening. The prayer consists of three Hail Marys interspersed with lines reflecting on the mystery of the Incarnation. The ringing of church bells can often signal the time for this prayer, inviting the faithful to take a moment to pause and pray, reflecting on the significance of Mary's role in Christianity.