Feast of the Holy Family

Today is the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph.


When the days were completed for their purification
according to the law of Moses,
they took him up to Jerusalem
to present him to the Lord.

When they had fulfilled all the prescriptions
of the law of the Lord,
they returned to Galilee,
to their own town of Nazareth.
The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom;
and the favor of God was upon him.

Luke 2:22,39-40

Feast of the Holy Innocents

When the magi had departed, behold,
the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said,
"Rise, take the child and his mother, flee to Egypt,
and stay there until I tell you.
Herod is going to search for the child to destroy him."
Joseph rose and took the child and his mother by night
and departed for Egypt.
He stayed there until the death of Herod,
that what the Lord had said through the prophet might be fulfilled,
Out of Egypt I called my son.

When Herod realized that he had been deceived by the magi,
he became furious.
He ordered the massacre of all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity
two years old and under,
in accordance with the time he had ascertained from the magi.
Then was fulfilled what had been said through Jeremiah the prophet:

A voice was heard in Ramah,
sobbing and loud lamentation;
Rachel weeping for her children,
and she would not be consoled,
since they were no more.

Matthew 2:13-18

Colossians 2:6-7

"As therefore you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so live in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving."
Colossians 2:6-7

Luke 2:15-18

When the angels went away from them to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let us go, then, to Bethlehem to see this thing that has taken place, which the Lord has made known to us." So they went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in the manger. When they saw this, they made known the message that had been told them about this child. All who heard it were amazed by what had been told them by the shepherds.Luke 2:15-18

Luke 2:8-11

...there were shephards out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night...And the angel said to them, "Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; for to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:8-11

Luke 2 : 4-5

And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be enrolled with Mary his betrothed, who was with child. Luke 2:4-5

2 Corinthians 12:9-10

but He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you , for my power is made perfect in weakness." I will all the more gladly boast of my weakness, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities; for when I am weak, then I am strong.
2 Corinthians 12:9-10

1 John 5:4-5

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? 1 John 5:4-5

Love

Love is patient and kind;
love is not jealous or boastful;
it is not arrogant or rude.
Love does not insist on its own way;
it is not irritable or resentful;
it does not rejoice at wrong,
but rejoices in the right.
Love bears all things,
believes all things,
hopes all things,
endures all things."

1 Cor 13:4-7

Hail Mary - Luke 1:28

By each Hail Mary we give Our Lady the same honor that God gave her when He sent the Archangel Gabriel to greet her for Him. - St.Louis De Montfort

And he came to her and said, "Hail , full of grace, the Lord is with you!" Luke 1:28

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Today is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Our Blessed Mother appeared to Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531. She is the Patroness of the Americas and the Patroness of the Unborn.
Our Lady of Guadalupe, please pray for us.

The Magnificat

The Magnificat (Canticle of Mary)
Luke 1:46-55

And Mary said,
"My soul magnifies the Lord,
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for He has regarded the low estate of his handmaiden.
for behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed;
for He who is mighty has done great things for me,
and holy is His name.
And His mercy is on those who fear him
from generation to generation.
He has shown strength with His arm,
He has scattered the proud in the
imagination of their hearts,
He has put down the mighty from their thrones,
and exalted those of low degree;
he has filled the hungry with good things,
and the rich he has sent empty away.
He has helped His servant Israel,
in remembrance of His mercy,
as He spoke to our fathers,
to Abraham and to his posterity for ever."

Colossians 1:11-12

"May you be strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in light." Colossians 1:11-12

Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Today we honor Our Blessed Mother on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. People from many countries all over the world honor Our Lady today. She was conceived without sin including Original Sin and is "Full of Grace".

It is a Holy Day of Obligation in the United States of America. Our Blessed Mother, the Immaculate Conception, is the Patron saint of the United States of America.

"O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee."

Memorare

Memorare
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that anyone who fled to
your protection, implored your help, or sought your
intercession, was left unaided. Inspired with this
confidence, we fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, our
Mother; to you do we come, before thee we stand, sinful and
sorrowful; O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise
not our petitions, but in your mercy hear and answer
us. Amen.

Colossians 1: 17-20

"He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church; He is the beginning, the first born from the dead, that in everything He might be pre-eminent. For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of His cross." Colossians 1:17-20

Bible Quotes for Rosary Meditation

Bible quotes for each mystery of the Rosary.
Here are the bible quotes that correspond with each Mystery of the Rosary. Also included are the suggested days of the week, for praying a single Mystery of the Rosary.

Joyful Mysteries(Monday, Saturday)
1. The Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38)
2. The Visitation (Luke 1:39-56)
3. The Nativity (Luke 2:1-20)
4. The Presentation (Luke 2:22-39)
5. The Finding in the Temple (Luke 2:42-52)

Luminous Mysteries (Thursday)
1. His Baptism in the Jordan (Matthew 3:13-17)
2. His Self Manifestation at the wedding at Cana (John 2:1-12)
3. His Proclamation of the Kingdom of God, with His call to Conversion (Mark 1:14-1, Mark 2:3-13, Luke 7:47-48, John 20:21-23)
4. His Transfiguration (Luke 9:35)
5. His Institution of the Eucharist (Matthew 26:26-28, Mark 14:22-24, Luke 22:19-20,John 13:1)

Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesday, Friday)
1. The Agony in the Garden (Luke 22:39-44)
2. The Scourging (Matthew 27:26)
3. The Crowning with Thorns (Matthew 27:28-31)
4. The Carrying of the Cross (Luke 23:26-32, Matthew 27:31)
5. The Crucifixion (Matthew 27:33-50, Luke 23:33-46)

Glorious Mysteries (Wednesday, Sunday)
1. The Resurrection (Matthew 28:1-7, Mark 16:4-6)
2. The Ascension (luke 24:50-51, Mark 16:19)
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:2-4)
4. The Assumption (Jdt. 15:9)
5. The Coronation (Rev. 12:1)

2 Timothy 1:8-10

Beloved:
Bear your share of hardship for the gospel
with the strength that comes from God.

He saved us and called us to a holy life,
not according to our works
but according to his own design
and the grace bestowed on us in Christ Jesus before time began,
but now made manifest
through the appearance of our savior Christ Jesus,
who destroyed death and brought life and immortality
to light through the gospel. 2 Timothy 1:8-10

December Feast Days

The month of December has 3 very important Feast Days. December 8th is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, December 12th is the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and December 25th is Christmas. Let us continue to pray the Rosary every day in December and throughout the New Year.

Father Patrick Peyton Quote

"The family that prays together stays together." "If families give Our Lady fifteen minutes a day by reciting the Rosary, I assure them that their homes will become, by God's grace, peaceful places." Father Patrick Peyton

Sorrowful Mysteries-Enter by the Narrow Gate

Enter by the Narrow Gate:

As we meditate today on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary, Jesus tells us to take up our cross daily and follow Him.

"Enter by the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is easy, that leads to destruction, and those who enter it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard, that leads to life, and those who find it are few." Matthew 7:13-14

On Solid Ground

On Solid Ground
"I waited patiently for the Lord; He inclined to me and heard my cry. He drew me up from the desolate pit, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God."
Psalm 40:1-3

Advent Begins 2011

Today is the 1st day of Advent, as we prepare for the Feast of Christmas. Let us try to pray at least 5 decades of the Rosary every day during Advent in preparation for a truly Blessed Christmas.

In the 6th month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. And he came to her and said, "Hail full of grace, the Lord is with you!" Luke 1:26-28

We Give Thanks

Today we pray our Rosary as a prayer of Thanksgiving. We thank Jesus for saving us and for loving us and suffering for us on the Cross. We thank Him for allowing us to participate in Mass and for the gifts of the Holy Eucharist and Reconciliation and all of the seven Sacraments. We are thankful that anyone, who is sincere, can pray the Rosary, even if they are not Catholic.

We thank our Blessed Mother for being the Mother of Our Saviour, Jesus Christ and for being the Queen of Heaven and Earth and Our Mother. We are thankful to be able to meditate on the lives of Jesus and Mary through the Holy Rosary and Sacred Scripture and to follow their example in our own lives.

We are thankful for the many graces we have received and the many blessings in our lives. We are thankful for the strength and hope we have received to face the difficulties we find everday.

The Crown of Thorns Today

As we meditate today on the 3rd Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, The Crowning with Thorns, we pray for those who are today being persected, because they are Christians. Christ is still being crowned with sharp thorns today as Christians are being persecuted in violent ways in some places in the world.

Christ is also still being crowned with thorns and mocked today in secular societies, where even the mention of the name of Jesus is discouraged. Where the mention of the name of Christ, as in Christmas is avoided. Christmas trees are being called "Holiday" trees. Crucifixes and Crosses are targeted for removal from places where they have been for many years.

Yes, Christ and many Christians are crowned with thorns today in many ways. By remaining true to our faith and following Jesus, we will see the "Crown of Thorns" on earth become the "Crown of Glory" in heaven.

Feast of Christ the King

We have been preparing to receive Jesus in a very special and meaningful way today. On Thursday we prayed the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary, on Friday the Sorrowful Mysteries and on Saturday the Joyful Mysteries in preparation to receive Jesus today on the Feast of Christ the King.

Let us pray the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary today, in Thanksgiving for the many gifts and graces, we have received. Let us pray the Rosary every day this week in Thanksgiving to Christ the King.

5th Sorrowful Mystery-The Crucifixion

The 5th Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Crucifixion
Then Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, "Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit!" And having said this he breathed his last. Luke 23:46
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 23:33-49, Matthew 27:33-54, Mark 15:20-39, John 19:17-37

The Eucharist

For everyone who prays at least 5 decades of the Rosary each day, Thursdays are the day for the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary. As we meditate on the 5th Luminous Mystery, The Institution of the Eucharist, let us prepare in a special way for receiving Holy Communion this Sunday.

Some people are fortunate to be able to attend Mass more than once per week; but, many Catholics attend Mass on Sundays. Let us begin to prepare today, by praying the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary and let us continue to pray the Rosary every day. On Sunday we can pray the Glorious Mysteries as a prayer of thanksgiving for receiving the Eucharist.

If you are not Catholic you can pray the Rosary and welcome Jesus spiritually into your life every day and especially this Sunday.

Peace of Mind

One of the many benefits of praying the Rosary every day is "peace of mind". Meditating on the lives of Jesus and Our Blessed Mother through the Mysteries of the Rosary, we are able to discern what is important and what is not so important in our own lives. We realize that the things of this world are temporary and are not as important as eternal life with Jesus.

We may be surprised to find that our former reactions when dealing with a rude or negative person are completely gone and are replaced by a tremendous "Peace" that cannot be shaken. Rude and negative words and actions from others cannot reach where we live spiritually. The negativity can not touch us anymore and therefore has no power over us.

In fact, our reaction to certain situations even has a calming effect on others, so the rudeness and negativity is diminished in some cases. We realize that rudeness and negativity, while sometimes loud, shows weakness and that our "peace of mind" shows strength.

Attending Mass

According to the Gospel, in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus said, "Can you not spend one hour with me". It is so important that we spend an hour with Jesus at least once a week at Mass, in Church, if we are Catholic. Christians, who are not Catholic, should also spend at least an hour with Jesus, in prayer, at least once a week.

The 3rd Commandment is "Remember to keep holy the Sabbath". As Catholics it is our obligation to attend Mass on every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation. To not attend is a sin, except under certain circumstances, such as sickness or other valid reasons. The Ten Commandments are not the ten suggestions or the ten options, they are Commandments.

If a Catholic has been missing Mass for no reason, and they want to start attending Mass again, they should go to Confession before receiving Holy Communion.

Spiritual Strength

Physical strength and health is important, it enables us to do our work and perform our mission in this life. Spiritual strength, Grace from God, is more important than physical strength; because, physical strength lasts only for a little while; but, spiritual strength lasts for all eternity.
Following the example of Christ's crucifixion, what in the eyes of the world at that time looked like a defeat, was in reality a great spiritual victory and death itself was conquered by Jesus on the Cross.
Spiritual strength or Grace from God is given to those who follow Jesus and live according to His word, offering up even their sufferings to God according to His will.
The handicapped, the sick, those who suffer from being lonely, those whose road in this world is very difficult can gain spiritual strength from God and it is they who are the strong ones.
As we meditate on the lives of Jesus and Our Blessed Mother through the Mysteries of the Rosary, we find that at the times of great difficulty in their lives, they followed the Will of God and by following their example, we can gain Spiritual Strength and Salvation.

3rd Luminous Mystery-The Proclamation of the Kingdom

The 3rd Luminous Mystery of The Rosary - The Proclamation of The Kingdom of God, with His Call to Conversion.
Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God, and saying, "The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the gospel."
Mark 1:14-15
For further meditation, please refer to Matthew chapters 4 through 7.

3rd Glorious Mystery-The Descent of the Holy Spirit

The 3rd Glorious Mystery of the Rosary - The Descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles
And there appeared to them tongues as of fire, distributed and resting on each one of them. And they were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterence. Acts 2:3-4
For further meditation, please refer to Acts(of the Apostles) 2:1-13

3rd Sorrowful Mystery-The Crowning With Thorns

The 3rd Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Crowning with Thorns
Weaving a crown out of thorns, they placed it on his head, and a reed in his right hand. And kneeling before him, they mocked him, saying, "Hail, King of the Jews!"
Matthew 27:29
For further meditation, please refer to Matthew 27:28-31, Mark 15: 17-20

3rd Joyful Mystery-The Nativity

The 3rd Joyful Mystery of The Rosary - The Nativity
"And she gave birth to her first-born son and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn." Luke 2:7
For further meditation please refer to Luke 2:1-20.

The 2nd Glorious Mystery-The Ascension

The 2nd Glorious Mystery of The Rosary - The Ascension
So then the Lord Jesus, after He had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God. Mark 16:19
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 24:50-51, Acts(of the Apostles) 1:6-11

2nd Joyful Mystery-The Visitation

The 2nd Joyful Mystery of the Rosary - The Visitation.
And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary,the babe leaped in her womb,and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and she exclaimed with a loud cry,"Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb!" Luke 1:41-42
For further meditation please refer to Luke 1:39-56

2nd Sorrowful Mystery-The Scourging

The 2nd Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Scourging at the Pillar
Pilate released Barabbas to them. Jesus, however, he first had scouraged; then he handed him over to be crucified. Matthew 27:26
For further meditation please refer to John 19:1

1st Luminous Mystery-His Baptism in the Jordan

The 1st Luminous Mystery of the Rosary - The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan
Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him.
Matthew 3:13
For further meditation please refer to Matthew 3:13-17

The 1st Glorious Mystery-The Resurrection

The 1st Glorious Mystery of the Rosary - The Resurrection
But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid; for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He has risen as He said." Matthew 28:5-6
For further meditation, please refer to Matthew 28:1-10, John 20:1-29, Mark 16:1-18, Luke 24:1-12

1st Sorrowful Mystery - The Agony in the Garden

The 1st Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Agony in the Garden
And being in an agony He prayed more earnestly; and his sweat became like great drops of blood falling down upon the ground. Luke 22:44
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 22:39-53

The 1st Joyful Mystery of the Rosary-The Annunciation

The 1st Joyful Mystery of the Rosary - The Annunciation. Mary said, "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word." Luke 1:38 For further meditation please refer to Luke 1:26-38

5th Luminous Mystery-His Instiution of the Eucharist

The 5th Luminous Mystery of the Rosary - His Institution of the Eucharist
Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and broke it, and gave it to the disciples and said, "Take, eat; this is my body." Matthew 26:26
For further meditation please refer to Matthew 26:26-28, Luke 22:19-20, Mark 14:22-24

1 Corinthians 16:13-14

"Be watchful, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love." 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
and do not rely on your own insight.
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
and He will make straight your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6

1 Thessalonians 5:9-11

"For God has not destined us for wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us so that whether we wake or sleep we might live with Him. Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing." 1 Thessalonians 5:9-11

Colossians 2:6-7

"As therefore you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so live in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving."
Colossians 2:6-7

Quote: Sister Lucia

"There is no problem, I tell you, no matter how difficult it is, that we cannot resolve by the prayer of the Holy Rosary.”
Sister Lucia

Quote Pope Pius XII

"There is no surer means of calling down God's blessing upon the family than the daily recitation of the Rosary". Pope Pius XII

John 15:3,5

"You are already made clean by the word which I have spoken to you."
"I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me, and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing." John 15:3,5

Philippians 4:11-13

I know how to live in humble circumstances;
I know also how to live with abundance.
In every circumstance and in all things
I have learned the secret of being well fed and of going hungry,
of living in abundance and of being in need.
I can do all things in him who strengthens me. Phil.4:11-13

Offering Up Sufferings and Sacrifices

During the third apparation of Our Lady of Fatima on July 13, 1917, Our Lady gave us a prayer. The prayer is to be said when offering up the sufferings and sacrfices both large and small that we experience during our daily lives.

"Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say often, especially when you make a sacrifice: 'Oh Jesus, this is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.' "

Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary

Today, October 7th is the Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary. We honor Our Blessed Mother today, as people in many countries all over the world pray the Rosary. We share the strength, the peace, and the hope that we receive from praying the Rosary.
Let us continue to pray the Rosary every day in October, the month of the Most Holy Rosary, and let us pray the Rosary every day throughout the year. Jesus and Mary we love you.

Luke 11:9-10

“And I tell you, ask and you will receive; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened."

James 5:19-20

"My brethern, if any one among you wanders from the truth and some one brings him back, let him know that whoever brings back a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins." James 5:19-20

Begin Anew

A new day today an opportunity for a new start.Our past mistakes should not shape our future.We can confess our sins to Jesus & begin anew.

Respect Life

Today we continue to pray for those who are the most vulnerable. We pray that all human life will be respected and cherished as a gift from God, from conception to natural death.
"Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me." Matthew 25:40

October is the Month of the Rosary

The month of October is dedicated as the "Month of the Rosary." October 7 is the feast of the Holy Rosary. Let us try to say at least 5 decades of the Rosary every day of the year and especially during October. We honor Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, the Mother of Our Lord Jesus Christ during the month of October

Psalm 18:2-3

I love you, LORD, my strength,

LORD, my rock, my fortress, my deliverer,

My God, my rock of refuge,

my shield, my saving horn, my stronghold Psalm 18:2-3

John 1:4-5

In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:4-5

Matthew 26:40-41

And He came to the disciples and found them sleeping; and He said to Peter, "So could you not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation; the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak." Matthew 26:40-41

Luke 9:46-48

An argument arose among the disciples about which of them was the greatest. Jesus realized the intention of their hearts and took a child and placed it by his side and said to them, “Whoever receives this child in my name receives me, and whoever receives me receives the one who sent me. For the one who is least among all of you is the one who is the greatest.” Luke 9:46-48

Walk the Walk

In today's Gospel reading the man had two sons and he asked them both to work in the vineyard. One son only talked the talk. He said that he would work in the vineyard, but then he didn't.
The other son said no at first, but then changed his mind and did work in the vineyard. This second son at first made a mistake by saying no, but then changed his mind and walked the walk.
We all make mistakes but Jesus is always ready to forgive us, if we are ready to walk the walk and live a good life according to God's plan for us.

Matthew 16:24-25

Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it." Matthew 16:24-25

Rosary the Prayer of the Bible

The Rosary is the prayer of the Bible. All of the Mysteries that we meditate on have corresponding Bible Quotes. The Bible is not a history book. It is just as vital today as it was over 2000 years ago. As we meditate on the lives of Jesus and Mary through the Mysteries of the Rosary and the Bible, we realize more and more, how much they love us ♥

Pentecost Sunday

Today is Pentecost Sunday. Holy Spirit, Spirit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control; You are so welcome into our lives. Come Holy Spirit and strengthen us with the Fire of your Love.

The Agony in the Garden

"Jesus is not outdone in generosity. If we make efforts to console Him, He will take care of the rest." Father Michael E. Gaitley.
Let us spend some time with Jesus in the Garden as we meditate on the 1st Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Agony in the Garden.

John 14:15-17

"If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will pray the Father, and he will give you another Counselor, to be with you for ever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him; you know him, for he dwells with you, and will be in you." John 14:15-17

Pray the Rosary during May

Let us continue to pray the Rosary with confidence and love during the month of May, knowing that Jesus and Mary love us.

Mother's Day

On Mother's Day, we can pray for our Mothers and Grandmothers as we offer a special Rosary to Our Blessed Mother. She is the Mother of Jesus, Queen of Heaven and Our Mother. Happy Mother's Day to all of the members of the Rosary Family facebook page, who are Mothers

Philippians 4:11-13

...for I have learned, in whatever state I am, to be content... I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and want. I can do all things in Him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:11-13

John 8:12

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying "I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

May 1st, 2011

Have a Blessed Day everyone! Today May 1st 2010, is a very special spiritual day. Our late Pope, Blessed John Paul the Great will be beatified today. Today is also Divine Mercy Sunday. Jesus we trust in you.
Today is also the first day in May, the month dedicated to our Blessed Mother. Today May 1st is also the Feast Day of Saint Joseph the Worker

Quote by Pope John Paul II

"Mary constantly sets before the faithful the 'mysteries' of her Son, with the desire that the contemplation of those mysteries will release all saving power. In the recitation of the Rosary, the Christian community enters into contact with the memories and the contemplative gaze of Mary." Pope John Paul II

John 11:25-26

Jesus told her, "I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?" John 11:25-26

The Crowning with Thorns

As we meditate on the 3rd Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Crowning with Thorns, we can only try to fully realize how much Jesus loves us and how much He willingly suffered for us. We can only begin to appreciate, in a limited way how much Jesus endured for us in the Crowning with Thorns. If we have a headache, it is painful, but it doesn't even begin to compare, to realize the fullness of His sacrifice for us in the Crowning with Thorns

Quote Pope John Paul II

"I myself have often encouraged the frequent recitation of the Rosary. From my youthful years this prayer has held an important place in my spiritual life. The Rosary has accompanied me in moments of joy and in moments of difficulty. To it I have entrusted any number of concerns; in it I have always found comfort."
Pope John Paul II

2 Timothy 1:8-10

Beloved:
Bear your share of hardship for the gospel
with the strength that comes from God.

He saved us and called us to a holy life,
not according to our works
but according to his own design
and the grace bestowed on us in Christ Jesus before time began,
but now made manifest
through the appearance of our savior Christ Jesus,
who destroyed death and brought life and immortality
to light through the gospel. 2 Timothy 1:8-10

Ezekiel 18:21-22

But if the wicked man turns away from all the sins he committed, if he keeps all my statutes and does what is right and just, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
None of the crimes he committed shall be remembered against him; he shall live because of the virtue he has practiced. Ezekiel 18:21-22

John 15:9-11

"As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you; abide in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full." John 15:9-11

John 18:4-6

Then Jesus, knowing all that was to befall him, came forward and said to them, "Whom do you seek?" They answered him, "Jesus of Nazareth." Jesus said to them, "I am he."....When he said to them, "I am he," they drew back and fell to the ground.
John 18:4-6

Peace

The Rosary gives us all peace, grace, love, hope and strength. While our imperfect thoughts sometimes cause us to become anxious and worry, the perfect thoughts found in the meditations and prayers of the Rosary will comfort us and give us strength. The Rosary, the Prayer of the Gospel.

The Agony in the Garden

Let us spend some time with Jesus in the Garden as we meditate on the 1st Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Agony in the Garden.
"Jesus is not outdone in generosity. If we make efforts to console Him, He will take care of the rest." Father Michael E. Gaitley

John 8:12

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying "I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12
The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary, the Mysteries of Light. The Rosary, the Prayer of the Bible, the Prayer of the Gospel, the "Good News".

The Rosary gives us Peace

The Rosary gives us so much peace, so much hope, so much grace, so much strength. The prayers and the meditations of the Rosary brings our whole life in harmony with the lives of Jesus and Mary.

Psalm 27:1

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1

Quote Msgr. Peter J. Vaghi

"You may have had a similar experience when praying the Rosary as I have had - a deep sence of consolation, a sence of Mary's maternal presence. It is a witness to her abiding love for us." Rev. Peter J. Vaghi

Romans 12:9-13

Let love be sincere; hate what is evil, hold on to what is good;
love one another with mutual affection; anticipate one another in showing honor.
Do not grow slack in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.
Rejoice in hope, endure in affliction, persevere in prayer.
Contribute to the needs of the holy ones, exercise hospitality.

Quote by Pope John Paul II

"Mary constantly sets before the faithful the 'mysteries' of her Son, with the desire that the contemplation of those mysteries will release all saving power. In the recitation of the Rosary, the Christian community enters into contact with the memories and the contemplative gaze of Mary." Pope John Paul II

Quote by Pope John Paul II

"When prayed well, in a truly meditative way, the Rosary leads to an encounter with Christ in his mysteries and so cannot fail to draw attention to the face of Christ in others, especially in the most afflicted." Pope John Paul II

5th Glorious Mystery-The Coronation

The 5th Glorious Mystery of the Rosary - The Coronation of Our Blessed Mother as Queen of Heaven and Earth
A great sign appeared in the sky, a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. Revelation 12:1
For further meditation, please refer to Revelation 12:1-5

4th Glorious Mystery-The Assumption

The 4th Glorious Mystery of the Rosary - The Assumption of Our Blessed Mother into Heaven
"For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed; for He who is mighty has done great things for me, and Holy is His name." Luke 1:48-49
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 1:46-55

3rd Glorious Mystery-The Descent of the Holy Spirit

The 3rd Glorious Mystery of the Rosary - The Descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles
And there appeared to them tongues as of fire, distributed and resting on each one of them. And they were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterence. Acts 2:3-4
For further meditation, please refer to Acts(of the Apostles) 2:1-13

2nd Glorious Mystery-The Ascension

The 2nd Glorious Mystery of The Rosary - The Ascension
So then the Lord Jesus, after He had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God. Mark 16:19
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 24:50-51, Acts(of the Apostles) 1:6-11

1st Glorious Mystery-The Resurrection

The 1st Glorious Mystery of the Rosary - The Resurrection
But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid; for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He has risen as He said." Matthew 28:5-6
For further meditation, please refer to Matthew 28:1-10, John 20:1-29, Mark 16:1-18, Luke 24:1-12

5th Sorrowful Mystery-The Crucifixion

The 5th Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Crucifixion
Then Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, "Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit!" And having said this he breathed his last. Luke 23:46
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 23:33-49, Matthew 27:33-54, Mark 15:20-39, John 19:17-37

4th Sorrowful Mystery-The Carrying of the Cross

The 4th Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Carrying of the Cross
So they took Jesus, and He went out, bearing His own cross, to the place called the place of the skull, which is called in Hebrew Golgotha. John 19:17
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 23:26-31,Matthew 27:31-32,Mark 15:20-22

3rd Sorrowful Mystery-The Crowning with Thorns

The 3rd Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Crowning with Thorns
Weaving a crown out of thorns, they placed it on his head, and a reed in his right hand. And kneeling before him, they mocked him, saying, "Hail, King of the Jews!"
Matthew 27:29
For further meditation, please refer to Matthew 27:28-31, Mark 15: 17-20

2nd Sorrowful Mystery-The Scourging at the Pillar

The 2nd Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Scourging at the Pillar
Pilate released Barabbas to them. Jesus, however, he first had scouraged; then he handed him over to be crucified. Matthew 27:26
For further meditation please refer to John 19:1

1st Sorrowful Mystery - The Agony in the Garden

The 1st Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary - The Agony in the Garden
And being in an agony He prayed more earnestly; and his sweat became like great drops of blood falling down upon the ground. Luke 22:44
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 22:39-53

5th Luminous Mystery-His Institution of the Eucharist

The 5th Luminous Mystery of the Rosary - His Institution of the Eucharist
Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and broke it, and gave it to the disciples and said, "Take, eat; this is my body." Matthew 26:26
For further meditation please refer to Matthew 26:26-28, Luke 22:19-20, Mark 14:22-24

4th Luminous Mystery - His Transfiguration

The 4th Luminous Mystery of the Rosary - His Transfiguration
While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. Luke 9:29
For further meditation, please refer to Luke 9:28-36

3rd Luminous Mystery-Proclamation of The Kingdom

The 3rd Luminous Mystery of The Rosary - The Proclamation of The Kingdom of God, with His Call to Conversion.
Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God, and saying, "The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the gospel."
Mark 1:14-15
For further meditation, please refer to Matthew chapters 4 through 7.

2nd Luminous Mystery-His Self Manifestation at the Wedding at Cana

The 2nd Luminous Mystery of the Rosary -His Self Manifestation at the Wedding at Cana. His mother said to the servants, "Do whatever he tells you." John 2:5
For further meditation please refer to John 2:1-12

1st Luminous Mystery - His Baptism in the Jordan

The 1st Luminous Mystery of the Rosary - The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan
Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to John, to be baptized by him.
Matthew 3:13
For further meditation please refer to Matthew 3:13-17

5th Joyful Mystery - Finding of Jesus in the Temple

The 5th Joyful Mystery - The Finding of Jesus in the Temple.
"And he returned with his parents to Nazareth, and was obedient to them, and his mother kept all these things in her heart." Luke 2:51
For further meditation please refer to Luke 2:41-52.

4th Joyful Mystery of the Rosary- The Presentation

The 4th Joyful Mystery of the Rosary- The Presentation in the Temple.
Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother, "Behold, this child is destined for the fall and for the rise of many in Israel, and for a sign that shall be contradicted; and thy own soul a sword shall pierce." Luke 2:34-35
For further meditation please refer to Luke 2:22-39

3rd Joyful Mystery-The Nativity

The 3rd Joyful Mystery of The Rosary - The Nativity
"And she gave birth to her first-born son and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn." Luke 2:7
For further meditation please refer to Luke 2:1-20.

2nd Joyful Mystery of the Rosary-The Visitation

The 2nd Joyful Mystery of the Rosary - The Visitation.
And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary,the babe leaped in her womb,and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and she exclaimed with a loud cry,"Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb!" Luke 1:41-42
For further meditation please refer to Luke 1:39-56.

1st Joyful Mystery of the Rosary-The Annunciation

The 1st Joyful Mystery of the Rosary - The Annunciation. Mary said, "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word." Then the angel departed from her. Luke 1:38. For further meditation refer to Luke 1:26-38

The Rosary - The Prayer of the Bible

The Rosary is the prayer of the Bible.The prayer the "Our Father" was given to us by Jesus in Matthew 6:9-15.The Hail Mary is found in Luke 1:28, "Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you!" and Luke 1:42 , "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!" All of the mysteries, which we meditate upon have corresponding biblical quotes.

Psalm 18:31-32

For who is God, but the Lord? And who is the rock, except our God?- the God who girded me with strength, and made my way safe. Psalm 18:31-32

Matthew 5:11-12

"Blessed are you when men revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so men persecuted the prophets who were before you." Matthew 5:11-12

John 3:7-8

"You must be born anew. The wind blows where it wills, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know whence it comes or whither it goes; so it is with every one who is born of the Spirit." John 3:7-8

Romans 5:8

But God shows His love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8

John 16:33

"I have said this to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world." John 16:33

Philippians 4:6-7

Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7

Ephesians 6:10-11

Finally, be strong, in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Ephesians 6:10-11

1 Corinthians 2:12

Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit which is from God, that we might understand the gifts bestowed on us by God. 1 Corinthians 2:12

Romans 15:13

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
Romans 15:13

Romans 15:5-6

May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another, in keeping with Christ Jesus, that with one accord you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 15:5-6

Psalm 19:14

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14

Feast of the Baptism of Jesus

Today is the Feast of the Baptism of Jesus.The Baptism of Jesus,by John the Baptist in the River Jordan,is the 1st Luminous Mystery of the Rosary.
And when Jesus was baptized, he went up immediately from the water,and behold,the heavens were opened and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove,and alighting on him;and lo,a voice from heaven,saying,"This is my beloved Son,with whom I am well pleased." Matthew 3:16-17

Matthew 7:7-8

"Ask and it will be given you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For every one who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened." Matthew 7:7-8

James 1:2-4

Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials,
for you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
And let perseverance be perfect, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. James 1:2-4

Psalm 62:5-7

For God alone my soul waits in silence, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. On God rests my deliverence and my honor; my mighty rock, my refuge is God. Psalm 62:5-7

Quote: Pope John Paul II

"There is no evil to be faced that Christ does not face with us. There is no enemy that Christ has not already conquered. There is no cross to bear that Christ has not already borne for us, and does not now bear with us."-Pope John Paul II
(Thank you Gabriella for finding this quote)

1 Peter 5:5-7

And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for: "God opposes the proud but bestows favor on the humble."
So humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. Cast all your worries upon him because he cares for you.1 Peter 5:5-7

Feast of The Most Holy Name of Jesus

Today is the Feast of the Most Holy Name of Jesus.
"...God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name,
that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."
Philippians 2:9-11

Feast of the Epiphany

Today is the Feast of the Epiphany. This feast celebrates the first manifestation of the birth of Christ to the Gentiles when the Three Wise Men came from the East seeking the Christ child.
Wise men and women in the year 2011 still seek Jesus through prayer, especially the prayer of the Rosary.

Mary, Mother of God

Today is the Feast Day of Mary, Mother of God. Let us honor Our Blessed Mother by praying the Rosary today and every day during the new year. Have a Happy New Year! The year 2011 is an opportunity for a fresh start on our spiritual journey.