him. For that reason, I would be very glad if you could write me whatever you think will help me; you know how little I know about these matters; and I do not know whom to approach here. It would be far better for me if you could happen to be here. Oh, I am not asking that. But if you find you've—she crossed that out and substituted—we've nothing more to gain by your remaining near the Rock, come down here and I'll wait for you.
She had the letter mailed and, alone in her room, she consulted the Bible for further reference to communications from heaven. She found several in the gospel of St. Luke.
And there appeared unto him an angel of the Lord—
Then she read how Zacharias doubted the angel.
And the angel, answering, said unto him, I am Gabriel, that stand in the presence of God; and am sent to speak unto thee. And behold thou shalt be dumb, and not able to speak . . . because thou believest not my words.
Then she read the passage where the messenger from heaven came to the shepherds keeping watch over their flocks when Christ was born.
And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them; and they were sore afraid.
And the angel said unto them: Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy. . . .
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host, praising God, and saying . . .
