Traditionally prayed on Mondays and Saturdays

The Five Joyful Mysteries

#1 • Luke 1:38

First Joyful Mystery: 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)

In quiet humility, Mary welcomes the Archangel Gabriel and opens her heart completely to the Incarnation of the Word.

✦ Spiritual Fruit & Grace Sought: Grace of deep humility and trust in God’s providence.

#2 • Luke 1:42

“Elizabeth cried out in a loud voice and said, Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” (Luke 1:42)

Bearing Christ within her, Mary hastens across the hill country of Judea to bring joy and loving service to Elizabeth.

✦ Spiritual Fruit & Grace Sought: Grace of sincere charity and generous love of neighbor.

#3 • Luke 2:11

“For today in the city of David a savior has been born for you who is Messiah and Lord.” (Luke 2:11)

The Son of God enters the world in the silent simplicity of a Bethlehem manger to bring divine peace to all humanity.

✦ Spiritual Fruit & Grace Sought: Grace of detachment from worldly things and inner poverty of spirit.

#4 • Luke 2:30-32

“My eyes have seen your salvation, which you prepared in sight of all the peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles.” (Luke 2:30-32)

Mary and Joseph faithfully present the Child Jesus in the Temple of Jerusalem, where Simeon recognizes the Light of the world.

✦ Spiritual Fruit & Grace Sought: Grace of purity of heart and faithful obedience.

#5 • Luke 2:49

“Did you not know that I must be in my Father’s house?” (Luke 2:49)

After three days of sorrowful searching, Mary and Joseph rejoice to find young Jesus teaching with wisdom in His Father’s Temple.

✦ Spiritual Fruit & Grace Sought: Grace of true wisdom and joy in seeking Christ above all.