The Glorious Mysteries draw us into the triumph of Christ and the destiny of the Church. In them we contemplate faith, hope, charity, a holy death, and confidence in Mary's intercession.
These phrases are offered as helps for meditation. You may repeat one phrase through the whole decade, or vary them from bead to bead if that helps you remain with the mystery.
1. The Resurrection
Fruit: Faith
For all Hail Marys:
- Jesus, risen
On the 3rd and 8th Hail Marys, add:
- Jesus, whose Holy Spirit gives us the gift of faith
2. The Ascension
Fruit: Hope
For all Hail Marys:
- Jesus, ascending into heaven
On the 3rd and 8th Hail Marys, add:
- Jesus, whose Holy Spirit gives us the gift of hope
3. The Descent of the Holy Spirit
Fruit: Love of God
For all Hail Marys:
- Jesus, Anointed, Anointing
On the 3rd and 8th Hail Marys, add:
- Jesus, whose Holy Spirit gives us the love of God
4. The Assumption
Fruit: The grace of a happy death
For all Hail Marys:
- Jesus, lifting you to heaven
On the 3rd and 8th Hail Marys, add:
- Jesus, whose Holy Spirit gives us the grace of a happy death
5. The Coronation
Fruit: Confidence in Mary's intercession
For all Hail Marys:
- Jesus, crowning you in glory
On the 3rd and 8th Hail Marys, add:
- Jesus, who listens to your intercessions for us