Sorrowful Mystery of the Holy Rosary

The SORROWFUL MYSTERIES of the Holy ROSARY are a profound and reflective set of prayers that invite believers to meditate on significant events in the life of Jesus Christ. These mysteries focus on the intense suffering and sacrifice of Jesus, leading up to His crucifixion and death. As we contemplate these sorrowful moments, we are reminded of the immense love and redemption that Christ offered to humanity through His passion. The Sorrowful Mysteries invite us to enter into the depth of Christ's mercy and to find solace and strength in His unwavering example of love and obedience to God's will. Through the recitation of the rosary, we accompany the Blessed Virgin Mary in meditating on these sacred events, seeking comfort and guidance in our own trials and tribulations.

In this mystery of the Rosary, Let us ponder and pray that the Holy spirit will enlighten us how the fruit applies to its respective mystery and to embody that fruit in our own life. As we meditate on the fruits of the Sorrowful Mysteries, Lord, open our hearts to receive the fruits and we ask Jesus and Mary to reveal where we can grow in that fruit. May the grace of YOur Agony, Lord, come down into our soul and make us truly contrite and perfectly obedient to Your holy will.

PRAYER FOR THE SICK

Physical Healing

Lord, I come before you trusting in your mercy and love.

I come before you with faith in your promise that you shall
grant whatever we ask for in prayer if it will be what is best for our soul.
Lord, heal me of my (kind of sickness).
Touch me now in the areas of my body that need most of your healing love.
Let the warmth of your healing love penetrate every cell,
every nerve and tissue in my sick body.
Replace these sick cells with new and healthy cells.
Cast out anything that should not be in me.
Cleanse all infections, remove all inflammations, open any blocked arteries
or veins and rebuild all damaged areas.
Strengthen my body, my mind, emotions and spirit and with that
same power by which you created me, heal me and recreate me, Lord.
Restore me to full health in body, mind, emotions and spirit.
Give me the grace to accept this pain and suffering with patient resignation
to your most Holy will and plan for my life.
Have mercy on me and forgive my sins.
Let me find peace amidst my suffering and offer it for the salvation of souls,
especially those of my family and loved ones.
With eyes of faith, let me see the blessings out of this physical sickness.
And after I have been healed, may I be a witness of your healing
love and power and serve you for the rest of my life.
In Jesus’ name I pray, through Mary and all the angels and saints.
Amen.

ROSARY MEDITATIONS- GLORIOUS MYSTERIES

Meditations for the 5 Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary

A thought is suggested for each of the 10 Hail Marys in each decade. Some people find it helpful simply to gaze at a picture depicting the mystery. The Glorious Mysteries are usually prayed on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

The 1st Glorious Mystery

I. Resurrection

1. Christ rises from the dead.
2. The women go to the tomb.
3. An Angel descends to roll back the stone.
4. The tomb is found empty.
5. The Angels announce the Resurrection.
6. Jesus appears to Mary Magdalen.
7. The Apostles doubt the women's word.
8. Peter and John find the cloths in the tomb.
9. Jesus joins the disciples going to Emmaus.
10. Jesus appears to the Apostles.

II. The Ascension

1. He shows Himself for forty days to the apostles and disciples, at one time to more than 500 brethren.
2. Jesus sends the Apostles to preach the Gospel.
3. He commands them not to leave Jerusalem, but to await the coming of the Holy Ghost.
4. In the presence of the apostles and disciples, a cloud receives Jesus out of their sight.
5. The Angels reassure the them and promise Christ's return.
6. Mary is filled with joy.
7. Jesus leads the Saints into Heaven.
8. Jesus sits at the right hand of the Father.
9. He intercedes for us to the Father.
10. The disciples return to the Upper Room to pray and await the Holy Ghost.

III. The Descent of the Holy Ghost

1. The disciples persevere in prayer with Mary.
2. Matthias is chosen to take the place of Judas.
3. The sound of a mighty wind fills the Cenacle.
4. Tongues of fire rest on the disciples.
5. The disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit.
6. The Apostles preach to the people about Christ.
7. The people are filled with wonder because each hears the Apostles speaking in his own tongue.
8. Peter preaches that Christ is the Messias and that He rose from the dead.
9. About three thousand souls accepted the Apostles' word and were baptized that day.
10. Through the Apostles we receive the Holy Ghost.

IV. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin

1. Mary longs to see her Son.
2. Soon she is to be reunited with Him in Heaven.
3. The Apostles come to see Mary before she dies.
4. They are heartbroken that she is to leave them.
5. Mary consoles and strengthens each of the Apostles.
6. Her love for her Son is so great that her body can no longer contain her soul.
7. She dies in peace and great joy.
8. Mary is laid to rest.
9. Mary is assumed into Heaven and is received joyously in Heaven.
10. The Apostles find the tomb empty.

V. The Coronation of Our Blessed Mother

1. Jesus crowns Mary Queen of Heaven.
2. She is enthroned at the right hand of Jesus.
3. Mary is seen crowned with twelve stars.
4. The Angels and Saints praise her.
5. The faithful on earth praise her.
6. Mary intercedes for us with her Son.
7. Jesus cannot refuse the prayers of His Holy Mother.
8. St. Joseph reigns with Jesus and Mary.
9. The day of Judgment approaches.
10. The Church longs for heaven.

ROSARY MEDITATIONS- JOYFUL MYSTERIES

Meditations for the 5  Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary

A thought is suggested for each of the 10 Hail Marys in each decade. Some people find it helpful simply to gaze at a picture depicting the mystery. The Joyful Mysteries are usually prayed on Mondays and Thursdays, and also on Sundays during Advent.

The Five Joyful Mysteries

I. The Annunciation

1. The Angel Gabriel is sent to Nazareth.
2. The Angel greets Mary: “Hail, full of grace; the Lord is with thee.”
3. Mary is troubled at the Angel’s word.
4. Gabriel tells Mary that she is to be the Mother of God.
5. Mary speaks of her virginity: “How shall this be done, since I know not man?”
6. The Angel foretells the Virgin Birth.
7. Gabriel also says that Elizabeth has conceived a child in her old age.
8. Mary consents: “Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it done unto me according to thy word.”
9. The Word is made flesh.
10. Mary adores the God Who has become incarnate within her womb.

II. The Visitation

1. Mary hastens to visit Elizabeth in her time of need.
2. Mary greets Elizabeth.
3. At the sound of Mary’s voice, John leaps for joy in his mother’s womb.
4. Elizabeth praises Mary: “Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.”
5. Mary returns praise to God: “My soul doth magnify the Lord...”
6. Mary waits on Elizabeth.
7. John the Baptist is born and the people celebrate.
8. Zachary’s tongue is loosed and he praises God.
9. Joseph fears to take Mary for his spouse.
10. An Angel reassures Joseph, telling him that Mary has conceived by the Holy Ghost.

III. The Birth of Our Lord

1. Mary and Joseph journey to Bethlehem.
2. They are turned away from the inn; there is no room for them.
3. Joseph finds shelter in a stable.
4. Jesus is born and laid in a manger.
5. The angels announces the birth of Christ to the shepherds.
6. The heavenly host praises God: “Glory to God in the highest...”
7. The shepherds come to worship at the crib.
8. They marvel at the word of the angels.
9. Mary ponders these things in her heart.
10. The Magi come to adore the Christ Child.

IV. The Presentation of Our Lord

1. Mary and Joseph bring the Infant to the Temple.
2. Mary and Joseph make an offering of two doves for the Child.
3. Simeon sees the Christ Child and recognizes the Messias.
4. He receives the Christ Child into his arms.
5. Simeon blesses Mary and Joseph.
6. He foretells the destiny of the Child and the sorrows of His Mother.
7. Anna, who leads a life of prayer and penance, also recognizes the Savior.
8. She speaks of the child to the people.
9. An angel warns the Holy Family to flee into Egypt to escape Herod.
10. The Holy Family returns to Nazareth

V. The Finding of Our Lord in the Temple

1. The Holy Family journeys to Jerusalem to celebrate the Pasch.
2. The Holy Family worships at the feast.
3. After the feast, Mary and Joseph leave Jerusalem, not knowing that Jesus remained behind.
4. Jesus is found missing from the caravan after a day’s journey.
5. Mary and Joseph search for three days.
6. Jesus is found in the Temple in the midst of the doctors.
7. Mary receives her Child in Joy and anguish.
8. Jesus speaks of his Father’s work.
9. Jesus returns with Mary and Joseph; Mary ponders in her heart.
10. Jesus grows in wisdom, age and grace.