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THE FITH JOYFUL MYSTERY
FINDING THE CHILD JESUS IN THE TEMPLE After three days they found Him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. (Luke 2:46) Fruit of the mystery: Joy in finding Jesus Mary and Joseph were used to having Jesus around. He…
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THE FOURTH JOYFUL MYSTERY
THE PRESENTATION When the days were completed for their purification according to the law of Moses, they took Him up to the temple to present Him to the Lord, just as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male that opens the womb shall be consecrated to…
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THE THIRD JOYFUL MYSTERY
THE BIRTH OF JESUS “She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped Him in swaddling clothes and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7) Fruit of the mystery: Poverty in spirit. I have heard many speak of this in…
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SECOND JOYFUL MYSTERY
THE VISITATION Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, “Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” (Luke 1:41-42) Fruit of the mystery: Love of neighbor Mary went in haste to visit Elizabeth. This means that it…
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FIRST JOYFUL MYSTERY
THE ANNUNCIATION And when the angel had come to her, he said, “Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with you.” (Luke 1:28) Fruit of the mystery: Humility Mary was the humble servant of God. She listened and accepted. I can only imagine how puzzled she must have been that…
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SHE PONDERED THESE THINGS IN HER HEART
We know that Mary pondered all things in Her heart. She was never quick to judge or assume She understood things. It seems it was more important to try to fully understand what God was calling Her to do and what His will was. For me, Mary is the perfect…
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The Memorare
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I…
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A Mother Knows Best
I remember it being a bit of a struggle developing a real devotion to Our Lady. Growing up as a Methodist, we recognized Her and respected Her, but there were no real Marian devotions to speak of. I am glad I persevered in my efforts! Devotion to Mary brings uncounted…
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THE MONTH OF MARY
October is the month set aside for our Blessed Mother. Even though we should remember her and ask for Her intercession every day, especially this month the Church gives her precedence. I have found nurturing a devotion to Mary to be one of the most powerful things in my spiritual…
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PRAYER TO OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
“O Most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, beautiful vine, splendor of heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity… O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of…
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