Make the Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Apostles' Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. On the third day, He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God, the Father almighty. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Three Hail Marys for Faith, Hope, and Charity
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. (3 times)
The Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The First Joyful Mystery: The Annunciation
Spiritual Fruit: Humility | Docility to the Will of God
Mathew 1:18; Luke 1:26-38
O God, Who didst will that Thy Word should take flesh, at the message of an Angel, in the womb of the blessed Virgin Mary, grant to Thy suppliant people, that we who believe her to be truly the Mother of God, may be helped by her intercession with Thee. (Collect for Annunciation)
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary (10 times) Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery
- From the moment of her Immaculate Conception, God prepared Mary to be the mother of the Incarnate Word.
- The Angel Gabriel is sent to the Virgin Mary, destined to bring forth the Light of the world: “Behold, a virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Emmanuel, meaning God with us.”
- Gabriel greets her: “Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women.”
- Mary’s purity surpasses all, making her the shrine of the Holy Spirit and the abode of the Son of God.
- Gabriel reassures her: “Fear not... you shall conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call his name Jesus. His kingdom will have no end.”
- Mary, having vowed perpetual virginity, asks how this will be.
- The angel explains: “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; the child to be born will be called the Son of God.”
- All heaven awaits. Mary consents with humility: “Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it done unto me according to thy word.”
- “Blessed are you among women, for you have brought forth life. The mother of our race brought punishment; the mother of our Lord brought salvation.”
- At that moment, in Mary’s womb, the Savior was conceived. “And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us.”
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May the grace of the Mystery of the Incarnation come down into my soul and make me truly humble.
The Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Fatima Prayer (optional)
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Amen.
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The Second Joyful Mystery: The Visitation
Spiritual Fruit: Charity towards Neighbour | Fraternal Charity
Works of Mercy: Visit the sick, Comfort the Afflicted
Luke 1:39-56
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her visitation may bring us an increase of peace. (Collect for Visitation)
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary (10 times) Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. (10 times)
- Mary’s cousin Elizabeth, barren in her old age, conceives a son, John, who is prophesied to be filled with the Holy Ghost from the womb.
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- Mary joyfully travels to visit Elizabeth.
- Mary enters Zachary’s house and greets Elizabeth: “Peace be to thee.”
- At Mary’s greeting, John is sanctified in Elizabeth’s womb, cleansed from original sin, and filled with the spirit of prophecy.
- Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Ghost, exclaims: “Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.”
- Elizabeth humbly asks: “How have I deserved that the mother of my Lord should come to me?” prefiguring Mary’s title as Mother of God.
- Elizabeth continues: “As soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped with joy. Blessed art thou that hast believed.”
- Mary replies with the Magnificat: “My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.”
- Mary prophesies: “From henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.”
- Mary stays with Elizabeth for about three months, humbly serving her until John the Baptist’s birth.
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May the grace of the Mystery of the Visitation come down into my soul and make me truly charitable.
The Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Fatima Prayer (optional)
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Amen.
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The Third Joyful Mystery: The Nativity of Our Lord
Spiritual Fruit: Detachment | Poverty of Spirit
Works of Mercy: Feed the hungry, drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, harbor the harborless
Luke 2:6-19; 1 Corinthians 15:45-48
Grant us, we beseech Thee, almighty God, that we on whom the new light of Thine Incarnate Word is poured, may show forth in our works that brightness, which now doth illuminate our minds by faith. (Collect for Nativity)
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary (10 times) Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. (10 times)
- Mary and Joseph journey to Bethlehem for enrolment, finding no room in the inn.
- Jesus is born in a humble cave, fulfilling prophecy and bringing salvation.
- Mary gives birth to Jesus painlessly, her virginity and womb intact.
- Jesus is wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger.
- Angels announce Jesus' birth to shepherds, proclaiming peace on earth.
- The shepherds find and adore the newborn King, Jesus Christ.
- Reflecting on the Nativity, may we embrace humility and detachment.
- Jesus, born in poverty, teaches us the value of simplicity.
- Mary and Joseph's trust in God's providence inspires us.
- Through the Mystery of the Nativity, may we find joy in Christ's presence.
May the grace of the Nativity Mystery enrich my soul, guiding me to embrace true poverty of spirit.
The Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Fatima Prayer (optional)
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Amen.
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The Fourth Joyful Mystery: The Presentation
Spiritual Fruit: Obedience | Purity | Wisdom
Work of Mercy: Ransom the captive
Luke 2:21-39
O GOD, who by the fruitful virginity of blessed Mary hast bestowed upon mankind the rewards of eternal salvation: grant, we beseech Thee, that we may experience her intercession for us, through whom we have been made worthy to receive the Author of Life, Jesus Christ Thy Son, our Lord. (Collect for Circumcision)
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary (10 times) Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. (10 times)
- Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to the temple for presentation.
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- They redeem Him with five shekels, as prescribed by the law.
- Offering turtledoves, they fulfil the purification ritual.
- Jesus' birth is pure and sinless, fulfilling prophecy.
- Though sinless, they obey the law, teaching obedience.
- Simeon, led by the Spirit, blesses Jesus as the Messiah.
- Simeon prophesies Jesus' role in salvation and Mary's sorrow.
- Mary's soul will be pierced by a sword, foretelling her pain.
- Simeon's prophecy anticipates Mary's suffering at Jesus' Passion.
- May this mystery grant wisdom and purity.
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May the grace of the Mystery of the Purification come down into my soul and make me really (wise and pure).
The Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Fatima Prayer (optional)
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Amen.
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The Fifth Joyful Mystery: Finding Jesus in the Temple
Spiritual Fruit: Piety | Diligence | Devotion to the duties of our state of life |
“Conversion of Sinners, Heretics, Schismatics, and Idolaters” (St Louis de Montfort)
Spiritual Work of Mercy: Counsel the Doubtful, Instruct the Ignorant
Luke 2:41-51
O LORD Jesus Christ, Who, being subject to Mary and Joseph, didst sanctify home life with ineffable virtues, grant that, with the aid of both, we may be taught by the example of Thy Holy Family, and attain to eternal fellowship with them. (Collect for the Feast of the Holy Family)
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary (10 times) Say ten Hail Marys while meditating on the Mystery
Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. (10 times)
Jesus, at twelve, joins His parents for the Passover pilgrimage.- He stays behind in Jerusalem, revealing His wisdom in the Temple.
- Mary and Joseph, unaware, search for Him for three days.
- Their sorrow turns to joy when they find Him in the Temple.
- Jesus amazes scholars with His wisdom and understanding.
- Mary questions Him, and Jesus speaks of His divine mission.
- Jesus returns to Nazareth, obedient to His earthly parents.
- Mary treasures these events in her Immaculate Heart.
- Jesus' humility and obedience are a model for all.
- May we learn from Jesus' example and Mary's contemplation.
Prayer after decade: May the grace of the Mystery of the Finding of Jesus in the Temple come down into my soul and truly (convert me).
The Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Fatima Prayer (optional)
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy. Amen.
Closing Prayers
Hail Holy Queen
Hail Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our Life, our Sweetness, and our hope. To thee we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then most gracious advocate, Thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us, the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Pray for us O Holy Mother of God, That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen.
Final Prayer
Let us pray. O God, whose only begotten Son, by His life, death, and resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal life, grant, we beseech Thee, that meditating upon these mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen.
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