The Luminous Mysteries

Make the Sign of the Cross
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 Luminous Mystery – The Baptism of the Lord

Spiritual Fruit: Openness to the Holy Spirit

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

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)

1. 
   John baptizes in the Jordan, preaching repentance.
2. He declares, "I am the voice crying in the desert..."
3. John foretells the coming of one mightier than himself.
4. He distinguishes his baptism from the baptism of the Holy Spirit.
5. John identifies Jesus as the Lamb of God.
6. Despite feeling unworthy, John baptizes Jesus.
7. A voice from Heaven proclaims Jesus as the beloved Son.
8. The Spirit descends on Jesus like a dove.
9. This event institutes the sacrament of baptism.
10. The divine Trinity is revealed: Father's voice, Spirit's descent, and Son's presence.

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.

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“The Second Luminous Mystery – The Wedding in Cana”

Spiritual Fruit: To Jesus through Mary

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

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)

1. 
   Jesus, His Mother, and disciples attend a wedding in Cana.
2. Wine runs short during the feast.
3. Mary informs Jesus of the situation.
4. Jesus responds, indicating His time has not yet come.
5. Mary instructs the waiters to obey Jesus.
6. Six stone water jars, each holding 15-20 gallons, are present.
7. Jesus instructs the waiters to fill the jars with water.
8. The water is drawn out and taken to the chief steward.
9. The steward praises the quality of the wine.
10. At Mary's request, Jesus performs His first miracle, elevating Christian marriage to a sacrament.

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.

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 “The Third Luminous Mystery – The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God and the call to conversion”

Spiritual Fruit: Christian Witness and Conversion

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

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)

1. 
   “Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand.”
2. “My kingdom is not of this world.”
3. “Unless a man be born again of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of heaven.”
4. “Whoever does not accept the kingdom of God as a little child will not enter into it.”
5. “I have come to call sinners, not the just.”
6. “Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute you.”
7. “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
8. “Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be satisfied.”
9. “Blessed are they who suffer persecution for justice’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
10. “You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church… I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven.”

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.

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“The Fourth Luminous Mystery – The Transfiguration” 

Spiritual Fruit: Spiritual Courage

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

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)

1. 
   Jesus took Peter, James, and John up a high mountain to pray.
2. Jesus was transfigured before them.
3. “His face became as dazzling as the sun, his clothes as radiant as light.”
4. This was to fortify their faith to withstand the coming tragedy of the Passion.
5. Jesus foresaw the ‘scandal of the cross,’ and prepared them for it by this manifestation of His glory.
6. Moses and Elijah (representing the Law and the prophets of the Old Testament) were conversing with Jesus about His Passion.
7. “Do not think I have come to destroy the Law or the Prophets… but to fulfill them.”
8. From a cloud came a voice: “This is my beloved Son, listen to Him.”
9. Jesus admonishes them not to tell the vision to anyone until the Son of Man rises from the dead.
10. We too will behold the transfigured Jesus on the Last Day.

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.

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“The Fifth Luminous Mystery – The Institution of the Eucharist” 

Spiritual Fruit: Love of Our Eucharistic Lord

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

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)

1. 
   "I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer."
2. Jesus took bread, blessed it: “Take and eat, this is My Body.”
3. Taking the wine: “This cup is the new covenant in my Blood, shed for you.”
4. At that eucharistic meal, Jesus celebrated the first Mass.
5. At every Mass the sacrifice of Calvary is made present.
6. At the Last Supper Jesus instituted the sacrament of Holy Orders to perpetuate this sacrifice.
7. “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.”
8. The Eucharist is a sacrifice inasmuch as it is offered up, and a sacrament inasmuch as it is received.
9. In the Mass we offer ourselves to God, and God gives himself to us.
10. The Mass will be fruitful in the measure of our surrender to the Father.

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.

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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.

Make the Sign of the Cross.

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