The Virtual Rosary with Scripture focuses on the biblical accounts of the mysteries of the Rosary surrounding the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.
Joyful Mysteries
(Mondays & Saturdays)
The Virtual Rosary with Scripture – Joyful Mysteries focus on the early life of Jesus and Mary. The first mystery is the Annunciation when Gabriel announced to Mary that she would be the Mother of God and she obediently accepted. The second is the Visitation when Mary visited Elizabeth and John leapt in Elizabeth’s womb upon hearing Mary’s greeting. The third mystery is the Nativity, celebrating Jesus’ humble birth in Bethlehem. The fourth mystery is the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple where Simeon and Anna recognized him as the Messiah. The fifth mystery is the Finding of Jesus in the Temple when Mary and Joseph discovered him teaching among the elders after searching for three days. These mysteries remind us of the joy in welcoming Christ’s presence into our lives. Together, the Joyful Mysteries reflect on Christ’s incarnation and the joy His coming brought to the world.
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Luminous Mysteries
(Thursdays)
The Virtual Rosary with Scripture – Luminous Mysteries are the second set of mysteries of the Holy Rosary. These mysteries reveal events in Jesus’ public ministry from his baptism to the institution of the Eucharist. The first Luminous Mystery is the Baptism of Christ in the River Jordan, when God proclaimed Jesus as his beloved Son. The second mystery is the Wedding Feast at Cana, Jesus’ first public miracle of turning water into wine. The third Luminous Mystery is the Proclamation of the Kingdom of God where Jesus calls all to repentance and faith. The fourth mystery commemorates the Transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor, revealing his divine glory. Finally, the fifth Luminous Mystery remembers the Institution of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper, where Christ offered his Body and Blood for the life of the world.
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Sorrowful Mysteries
(Tuesday & Fridays)
The Virtual Rosary with Scripture – Sorrowful Mysteries focus on the Passion and death of Jesus Christ. In the first Sorrowful Mystery, the Agony in the Garden, we meditate on Jesus’ mental anguish and acceptance of God’s will that he die for our sins. The second mystery is the Scourging at the Pillar where Jesus was brutally whipped. The third Sorrowful Mystery is the Crowning with Thorns when Jesus was mocked with a painful crown of thorns. In the fourth mystery, the Carrying of the Cross, Jesus was forced to carry the heavy cross to Calvary where he would be crucified. The fifth and final Sorrowful Mystery is the Crucifixion during which Jesus willingly suffered and died nailed to the cross. As we pray these mysteries, we contemplate Jesus’ immense suffering and sacrifice for humankind’s redemption from sin. His passion reminds us of the great price of our salvation.
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Glorious Mysteries
(Sundays & Wednesdays)
The Virtual Rosary with Scripture – Glorious Mysteries celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the glories of eternal life. The first mystery is the Resurrection, when Jesus rose triumphant over death on the third day after his crucifixion. The second mystery, the Ascension, commemorates Jesus’ return to his Father in heaven forty days after his resurrection. The third Glorious Mystery is the Descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost on Mary and the Apostles. The fourth mystery is the Assumption of Mary into Heaven, when at the end of her life on earth she was taken body and soul into heavenly glory. The final Glorious Mystery is the Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth.
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All 20 Mysteries
