Joyful Mystery

The First Joyful Mystery – The Annunciation

Mary is Chosen Mother of GOD
(Obedience)

1. Through the disobedience of Adam sin enters the world. Rom. 5:12
2. The Father sends His Son to save the world. Jn. 3:17
3. The Angel Gabriel is sent to a virgin named Mary. Lk. 1:26,27
4. The Angel tells Mary: “You are to have a Son and will name Him Jesus.” Lk. 1:31
5. He is the Son of God. Lk. 1:32
6. Mary consents: “Let it be done to me.” Lk. 1:38
7. God the Son becomes Man, in obedience to His Father. Lk. 1:35
8. By His obedience many shall be saved. Rom. 5:19
9. Mary becomes Mother of God. Lk. 1:35
10. Nothing is impossible with God. Lk. 1:37

The Second Joyful Mystery – The Visitation

Mary Visits Elizabeth
(Love Others)

1. Mary visits her elderly cousin Elizabeth. Lk. 1:40

2. Elizabeth is with child. His name is John. Lk. 1:13
3. She greets Mary: “Blessed are you because you believed.” Lk. 1:45
4. Mary herself is with Child, through the Holy Spirit. Mt. 1:18
5. She answers: “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord.” Lk. 1:46
6. “His mercy reaches from age to age.” Lk. 1:50
7. Mary, the Mother of God, stays to help Elizabeth. Lk. 1:56
8. After three months Mary returns to her home in Nazareth. Lk. 1:56
9. Do good to all. Gal. 6:10
10. Be at peace with everyone. Rom. 12:18

The Third Joyful Mystery – The Nativity of Our Lord

JESUS is Born
(Poverty)

1. In Bethlehem will be born He Who is to rule my people. Micah 5:2

2. Joseph and Mary leave Nazareth to register in Bethlehem. Lk. 2:4
3. There, Mary gives birth to the Son of God. Lk. 2:7
4. Mary lays Him in a manger, because there is no room for Him in the inn. Lk. 2:7
5. Angels announce to shepherds nearby: “The Savior is born.” Lk. 2:10,11
6. Angels sing: “Peace to men of good will.” Lk. 2:14
7. Wise men come from the East in search of Christ. Mt. 2:1,2
8. Entering the house in Bethlehem, they worship Him. Mt. 2:11
9. All nations serve Him. Ps. 72:11
10. Those who accept Christ become children of God. Jn. 1:12

The Fourth Joyful Mystery – The Presentation

JESUS is Offered to GOD
(Humility)

1. When the Child Jesus is eight days old, He is circumcised. Lk. 2:21
2. And his parents name Him Jesus. Lk. 2:21
 3. The name of Jesus is the only name by which we can be saved. Acts 4:12
4. “Ask the Father anything in My Name. He will give it to you.” Jn. 16:23
5. Lord, You are good and forgiving to all who call upon Your Name. Ps. 86:5
6. Joseph and Mary take Jesus to Jerusalem to present Him to God. Lk. 2:22
7. Simeon, a holy man, foretells: “This Child is destined for the fall and rise of many.” Lk.
2:34
8. Your own soul a sword shall pierce.” Lk. 2:35
9. Joseph and Mary take Jesus to their hometown of Nazareth. Lk. 2:39
10. Whatever you do, do all in the Name of Jesus. Col. 3:17

The Fifth Joyful Mystery – Finding Jesus in the Temple

JESUS is Found in the Temple
(Joy in Finding Jesus)

1. Jesus is twelve years old, and goes to Jerusalem with Mary and Joseph. Lk. 2:42
2. Jesus remains in Jerusalem. His parents do not realize it. Lk. 2:43
3. Mary and Joseph return looking for Him. Lk. 2:45
4. They find Jesus in the temple. Lk. 2:46
5. Jesus was fulfilling the will of His Father. Lk. 2:49
6. The Holy Family returns to Nazareth. Lk. 2:51
7. Jesus, the Son of God, obeys His parents. Lk. 2:51
8. God tells us: Honor your father and your mother. Mt. 15:4
9. If you love Me, obey My commandments. Jn. 14:15
10. Let us love in thought, in word, and in action. 1 Jn. 3:18

Luminous Mystery
The First Luminous Mystery – The Baptism of the Lord
The Baptism of Our Lord
(Gratitude for the Gift of Faith)

1. A voice cries out in the wilderness. Mk. 1:3

2. John the Baptist preaches repentance. Mt. 3:1-2
3. John proclaims that One is coming “the thong of whose sandals I am not worthy to
unloose.” Mk. 1:7
4. Jesus approaches John to be baptized. Mt. 3:13
5. John protests that Jesus should be the one baptizing him instead. Mt. 3:14
6. Jesus answers that it must be so for now. Mt. 3:15
7. The heavens open; the Spirit descends. Mt. 3:16
8. A voice from heaven says, “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” Mt. 3:17
9. There is One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism. Eph. 4:5
10. We were baptized into His death in order to be raised to new life in Him. Rm. 6:4

The Second Luminous Mystery – The Wedding in Canan

The Wedding at Cana
(Fidelity)

1. There was a marriage in Cana in Galilee. Jn. 2:1

2. The wine runs out. Mary intercedes. Jn. 2:3
3. Jesus replies that His hour has not yet come. Jn. 2:4
4. Mary tells the servants to do whatever He asks. Jn. 2:5
5. Jesus asks the jars of water be filled. Jn. 2:6
 6. The steward marvels that the best wine has been served last. Jn. 2:10
7. This was the first of His signs. Jn. 2:11
8. “I will espouse thee to Me in faith.” Hos. 2:20
9. “Husbands, love your wives, as Christ also loved the Church” Eph. 5:25
10. “Blessed are they that are called to the marriage supper of the Lamb.” Rev. 19:9

The Third Luminous Mystery – The Proclamation of the Kingdom

The Proclamation of the Kingdom
(Christian Witness)

1. Jesus proclaims, “The Kingdom of God is at hand: repent, and believe the Gospel.” Mk.
1:15
2. Jesus preaches the Kingdom in Galilee. Mt. 4:23
3. Jesus teaches the Beatitudes to the crowds. Mt. 5:1-12
4. Jesus commands His believers to be salt of the earth and the light of the world. Mt.
5:13-16
5. It is not enough to say “Lord, Lord,” but one must do the will of the Father. Mt. 7:21-23
6. Jesus sends His disciples to preach and say, “The kingdom of heaven is at hand.” Mt.
10:7
7. “To other cities also I must preach the kingdom of God: for therefore am I sent.” Lk. 4:43
8. If we do not receive the kingdom of God like a little child, neither shall we enter it. Mk.
10:15
9. Jesus sends the disciples out to preach the kingdom and heal the sick. Lk. 9:2
10. The Apostles preach the Risen Christ. Acts 2:32

The Fourth Luminous Mystery – The Transfiguration

The Transfiguration
(Spiritual Courage)

1. Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up to a high mountain by themselves. Mt. 17:1
2. He is transfigured before them; His face shines like the sun, and His garments shine like
light. Mt. 17:2
3. Suddenly, Moses and Elijah appear. Mk. 9:4
4. Peter asks to build three tents. Mt. 17:4
5. As Peter speaks, a cloud descends over them, and the apostles become afraid. Mt. 9:34
6. A voice proclaims of Jesus: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” Mt.
17:5
7. The disciples become utterly terrified. Mt. 17:6
8. Jesus tells His disciples to rise, and to not be afraid. Mt. 17:7
9. As we share in Christ’s sufferings, so shall we share in His glory. 1 Pt. 4:15
10. The disciples rejoice to be found worthy to suffer for the sake of His name. Acts 5:41

The Fifth Luminous Mystery – The Institution of the Eucharist

The Institution of the Eucharist
(Love of Our Eucharistic Lord)

1. The Feast of Unleavened Bread, also called the Passover, drew near. Lk. 22:1
2. Jesus sends His disciples to make preparations for the Passover. Mt. 26:17-18
3. When evening arrives, Jesus reclines at table with them. Mt. 26:19-20
4. Jesus tells the disciples that He will not share in the Passover again until all is fulfilled.
Lk. 22:16
5. Our Lord washes the feet of His disciples. Jn. 13:5-6
6. Jesus took the bread, broke it, and gave it to His disciples, saying “This is My Body.” Lk.
22:19
 7. In a similar way, He took the chalice and said, “This is My Blood.” Lk. 22:20
8. “Amen, amen, I say unto you: Except that you eat of the flesh of the Son of Man, and
drink His blood, you shall not have life in you.” Jn. 6:53
9. For the chalice and bread is a communion in the blood and body of the Lord. 1 Cor.
10:16
10. When we eat this bread, and drink this cup, we proclaim His death, until He comes. 1
Cor. 11:26

Sorrowful Mystery
The First Sorrowful Mystery – The Agony in the Garden
The Agony of JESUS
(Sorrow for Sin)

1. Jesus and His Apostles go to Gethsemane to pray. Mt. 26:36

2. With Peter, James and John, He enters the olive grove. Mt. 26:37
3. “My soul is sorrowful unto death.” Mt. 26:38
4. “Father, if it be Thy will, let this cup pass from Me.” Mt. 26:39
5. “Yet, not My will, but Thine be done.” Mt. 26:39
6. “Could you not watch one hour with Me?” Mt. 26:40
7. “Watch and pray that you enter not into temptation.” Mt. 26:41
8. Judas betrays Jesus with a kiss. Mt. 26:48
9. “Having seized Jesus, they led Him away to the high priest’s house.” Lk. 22:54
10. His disciples abandon Him. Mt. 26:56

The Second Sorrowful Mystery – The Scourging at the Pillar

JESUS is Scourged
(Purity)

1. Before the high priest Annas, one of the guards strikes Jesus in the face. Jn.18:22
2. Annas sends Jesus, bound, to the high priest Caiphas. Jn. 18:24
3. They sought false witnesses against Jesus that they might put Him to death. Mt. 26:59
4. Peter denies three times that he is a disciple of Jesus. Jn. 18:17,25,27
5. Jesus is brought before Pilate, for only he can issue a death sentence. Jn. 18:31
6. Pilate can find no guilt in Jesus. Jn. 18:39
7. To appease the Jews, Pilate has Jesus scourged. Jn. 19:1
8. “It was our infirmities that He bore, our sufferings that He endured.” Is. 53:4
9. “He was pierced for our offenses, crushed for our sins.” Is. 53:5
10. “By His stripes we were healed.” Is. 53:5

The Third Sorrowful Mystery – The Crowning With Thorns

Jesus is Crowned
(Courage)

1. Jesus answers Pilate that He is a king, but His kingdom is not of this world. Jn. 18:36
2. In mockery the soldiers place a crown of thorns on His head. Mt. 27:29
3. They put a reed in His right hand, a symbol of authority. Mt. 27:29
4. They kneel before Him in derision: “Hail, King of the Jews.” Mt. 27:29
5. They spit on Him and taking the reed, strike Him on the head. Mt. 27:30
6. Pilate presents Jesus to the crowd and says “Behold the Man.” Jn. 19:5
7. The crowd shouts: “Crucify Him! Crucify Him!” Jn. 19:6
8. Pilate asks: “Shall I crucify your King?” Jn. 19:15
 9. They respond: “We have no king but Caesar.” Jn. 19:15
10. “Though He was harshly treated, He submitted, and opened not His mouth.” Is. 53:7

The Fourth Sorrowful Mystery – The Carrying of the Cross

Jesus Carries His Cross
(Patience)

1. Jesus carries His Cross to Calvary. Jn. 19:17

2. “He who does not carry his cross and follow Me, cannot be My disciple.” Lk. 14:27
3. “Take My yoke upon you… your souls will find rest.” Mt. 11:29
4. “My yoke is easy, and My burden light.” Mt. 11:30
5. “He who loses his life for My sake will find it.” Mt. 10:39
6. What we suffer now can never compare to the glory that awaits us. Rom. 8:18
7. Simon the Cyrenean helps Jesus carry the Cross to Calvary. Lk. 23:26
8. “Weep not for Me, but for your children.” Lk. 23: 28
9. “God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of Christ.” Gal. 6:14
10. The worldly person is an “enemy of the Cross of Christ.” Phil. 3:18

The Fifth Sorrowful Mystery – The Crucifixion and Death of Jesus

Jesus Dies on the Cross
(Perseverance)

1. Jesus is nailed to the Cross. Lk. 23:33

2. He prays: “Father, forgive them…” Lk. 23:34
3. Jesus says to the repentant thief: “This day you will be with Me in paradise.” Lk. 23:43
4. Looking down at Mary His Mother, He says: “Woman, there is your son.” Jn. 19:26
5. Looking at the beloved disciple, He says: “There is your Mother.” Jn. 19:27
6. Jesus endures the terrible torture of the Cross for three hours. Mt. 27:45
7. Nature itself seemed in mourning, for darkness covered the earth. Mt. 27:45
8. “There is no greater love than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” Jn. 15:13
9. Having completed His redeeming mission, Jesus cried out: “It is finished.” Jn. 19:30
10. “Father, into Your hands, I commend My spirit.” Lk. 23:46

Glorious Mystery
The First Glorious Mystery – The Resurrection of Jesus
Jesus Rises from the Dead
(Faith)

1. Jesus is risen from the dead. Lk. 24:6

2. He appeared to the apostles and says: “Peace be with you.” Jn. 20:19
3. He then appeared to more than five hundred at one time. 1 Cor. 15:6
4. If Christ is not risen, then our faith is useless. 1 Cor 15:14
5. Thomas declares: “Unless I see I will not believe.” Jn. 20:25
6. “Blessed are they who have not seen and have believed.” Jn. 20:29
7. “He who believes and is baptized will be saved.” Mk. 16:16
8. Faith is a gift of God. Eph. 2:8
9. “He who believes in Me will never die.” Jn. 11:26
10. “Lord, I do believe, help my unbelief.” Mk. 9:23

The Second Glorious Mystery – The Ascension of Our Lord into Heaven
Jesus Ascends to Heaven
(Hope)

1. “I am going to My Father and your Father, to My God and your God.” Jn. 20:17
2. “I go to prepare a place for you.” Jn. 14:2
3. “That where I am, there you also may be.” Jn. 14:3
4. “Make disciples of all nations.” Mt. 28:19
5. “There shall be one fold and one shepherd.” Jn. 10:16
6. “I am with you all days.” Mt. 28:20
7. “You have not chosen Me, I have chosen you.” Jn. 15:16
8. “I am the way, the Truth, and the Life.” Jn. 14:6
9. Jesus ascends to the right hand of His Father. Mk. 16:19
10. “I will draw all men to Myself.” Jn. 12:32

The Third Glorious Mystery – Descent of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit comes upon Mary and the Apostles
(Love of God)

1. The Apostles and Mary were together in prayer. Acts 2:1

2. A sound from heaven filled the whole house. Acts 2:2
3. Suddenly tongues of fire rested on each of them. Acts 2:3
4. They were filled with the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:4
5. Men of every nation understood them in their own language. Acts 2:6
6. They were strengthened to preach the Gospel without fear. Acts 4:19
7. Peter declared: “God has made both Lord and Messiah, this Jesus whom you
crucified.” Acts 2:36
8. You are children of God because of your faith in Jesus. Gal. 3:26
9. Love one another. Jn. 15:12
10. Love your enemies. Mt. 5:44

The Fourth Glorious Mystery – The Assumption of Mary

Mary is taken up into Heaven
(Mary as Our Mother)

1. “You will not suffer your faithful one to undergo corruption.” Ps. 16:10
2. “You are the glory of Jerusalem. You are the splendid boast of our people.” Jud. 15:9
3. “Arise, My beloved, My beautiful one, and come.” S. of S. 2:10
4. “You are all-beautiful… and there is no blemish in you.” S. of S. 4:7
5. “The Queen takes her place at Your right hand.” Ps. 45: 10
6. “Blessed are you, daughter… above all women on earth.” Jud. 13:18
7. “Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you.” Lk. 1:28
8. If we are likened to Christ in His death, so shall we be in His resurrection. Rom. 6:5
9. “I shall return to take you with Me.” Jn. 14:3
10. “God’s temple in heaven opened, and there was seen the ark of His covenant.” Apoc.
11:19

The Fifth Glorious Mystery – The Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth
Mary is Crowned QUEEN OF HEAVEN AND EARTH
(Mary as Our Queen and Lady)

1. “A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun.” Apoc. 12:1
2. “The moon was under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars.” Apoc. 12:1
3. “In the highest heavens did I dwell, my throne on a pillar of cloud” Sir. 24:4
4. “I am the mother of pure love” Sir. 24:24
5. “I am the mother of knowledge.” Sir. 24:24
6. “I am the mother of hope.” Sir. 24:24
7. Mary is Queen Mother of Him who “shall reign in the house of Jacob forever.” Lk. 1:32
8. “Those who seek Me find Me.” Prov. 8:17
9. “He who serves Me will never fail.” Sir. 24:21
10. “He who finds Me finds life.” Prov. 8:35