Set roughly 20 years after the resurrection, an older Mary (played by Vanessa Benavente) is visited by Mary Magdalene. During this secret visit at the home of Lazarus, Mother Mary recounts her story so it can be recorded by Luke for his Gospel. Musical Performances & Monologues The Messengers (2021) - Full cast & crew - IMDb
The special is structured into two main storytelling strands:
A "gritty" and realistic depiction of the journey to Bethlehem. It features a younger Mary (played by Sara Anne) and Joseph as they navigate the difficulties of finding a place to stay and eventually give birth in a stable.