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Guide to the Sacred Mysteries of our Lord & Savior

The Joyful Mysteries - Focusing on the Incarnation and early life of Christ (Monday & Saturday) 

• 1st Decade: The Annunciation - The Archangel Gabriel appears to Mary to announce that she will conceive the Son of God through the Holy Spirit. Mary gives her unreserved "yes" (fiat) to God's will. 

• 2nd Decade: The Visitation - Mary travels into the hill country of Judea to visit her pregnant cousin Elizabeth, who proclaims Mary blessed, while the unborn John the Baptist leaps for joy in Elizabeth's womb. 

• 3rd Decade: The Nativity of Jesus - Jesus Christ is born in poverty in a stable in Bethlehem, wrapped in swaddling clothes, and laid in a manger while angels announce His birth to shepherds. 

• 4th Decade: The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple - Mary and Joseph bring the infant Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem to fulfill the Mosaic Law. The prophet Simeon recognizes the child as the long-awaited Messiah and light to the nations. 

• 5th Decade: The Finding of Jesus in the Temple - After losing track of twelve-year-old Jesus on their journey from Jerusalem, Mary and Joseph search anxiously for three days, eventually finding Him in the Temple sitting among the teachers, listening and asking questions. 

The Sorrowful Mysteries - Focusing on the Passion and death of Christ (Tuesday & Friday)

• 1st Decade: The Agony in the Garden - On the Mount of Olives, Jesus experiences deep sorrow and dread as He prays to the Father before His arrest, sweating drops like blood while accepting the chalice of suffering. 

• 2nd Decade: The Scourging at the Pillar - Pontius Pilate orders Jesus to be tied to a pillar and brutally whipped by Roman soldiers in an attempt to appease the crowd demanding His execution. 

• 3rd Decade: The Crowning with Thorns - Soldiers mock Jesus' kingship by dressing Him in a purple cloak, placing a reed in His hand, and forcefully pressing a twisted crown of thorns into His head. 

• 4th Decade: The Carrying of the Cross - Condemned to die, a battered Jesus carries the heavy wooden cross through the streets of Jerusalem along the Via Dolorosa to the hill of Calvary. 

• 5th Decade: The Crucifixion and Death of Our Lord - Nailed to the cross between two criminals, Jesus forgives His executioners, entrusts Mary to John, and dies after three hours of agony to redeem humanity. 

The Glorious Mysteries - Focusing on the victory over sin and death, and heavenly triumph (Wednesday & Sunday)

• 1st Decade: The Resurrection of Our Lord - On the third day after His death, Christ rises bodily from the dead, leaving the tomb empty and triumphing over sin and the grave. 

• 2nd Decade: The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven - Forty days after His resurrection, Jesus commissions His disciples to preach the Gospel to all nations, then ascends bodily into heaven before their eyes to sit at the right hand of the Father. 

• 3rd Decade: The Descent of the Holy Spirit (Pentecost) - Ten days after the Ascension (Pentecost), the Holy Spirit descends upon Mary and the Apostles gathered in the Upper Room as tongues of fire, granting them the courage to preach the Gospel. 

• 4th Decade: The Assumption of the Virgin Mary into Heaven - At the close of her earthly life, the Virgin Mary is taken up body and soul into heavenly glory by God's grace. 

• 5th Decade: The Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth - Mary is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth, joined with all the angels and saints in the eternal presence of God. 

The Luminous Mysteries - Focusing on the public ministry and earthly teachings of Christ (Thursday)

• 1st Decade: The Baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan - John the Baptist baptizes Jesus in the Jordan River. The heavens open, the Holy Spirit descends like a dove, and the Father proclaims Jesus as His beloved Son. 

• 2nd Decade: The Wedding Feast at Cana - At Mary's intercession, Jesus performs His first public miracle by turning water into choice wine, revealing His glory and leading His disciples to believe in Him. 

• 3rd Decade: The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God - Jesus calls all people to repentance and faith, healing the sick, forgiving sins, and preaching the good news of the Kingdom of God. 

• 4th Decade: The Transfiguration - On Mount Tabor, Jesus is transfigured before Peter, James, and John. His face and clothes shine with heavenly radiance while Moses and Elijah appear beside Him. 

• 5th Decade: The Institution of the Eucharist - At the Last Supper on Holy Thursday, Jesus offers His own Body and Blood under the signs of bread and wine, establishing the New Covenant and the priesthood. 

Traditional Catholic Rosary Prayer

Introductory Prayers (The Crucifix & Hanging Beads)

• The Crucifix: Make the Sign of the Cross and pray the Apostles' Creed
  "In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
  I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord: Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen."

• First Single Bead: Pray the Our Father
  "Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen."

• Next Three Beads: Pray 3 Hail Marys (traditionally for an increase in faith, hope, and charity)
  "Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen." (x3)

• Space: Pray the Glory Be & Fatima Prayer
  "Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen."
  "O My Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to Heaven, especially those most in need of Thy mercy."

The Five Decades (The Main Loop)

For each of the five decades, announce the Mystery being meditated upon, then pray:

• First Decade:

  • Single Bead: Announce the First Mystery and pray 1 Our Father.

  • 10 Decade Beads: Pray 10 Hail Marys.

  • Space: Pray 1 Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer.

• Second Decade:

  • Single Bead: Announce the Second Mystery and pray 1 Our Father.

  • 10 Decade Beads: Pray 10 Hail Marys.

  • Space: Pray 1 Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer.

• Third Decade:

  • Single Bead: Announce the Third Mystery and pray 1 Our Father.

  • 10 Decade Beads: Pray 10 Hail Marys.

  • Space: Pray 1 Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer.

• Fourth Decade:

  • Single Bead: Announce the Fourth Mystery and pray 1 Our Father.

  • 10 Decade Beads: Pray 10 Hail Marys.

  • Space: Pray 1 Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer.

• Fifth Decade:

  • Single Bead: Announce the Fifth Mystery and pray 1 Our Father.

  • 10 Decade Beads: Pray 10 Hail Marys.

  • Space: Pray 1 Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer.

Closing Prayers (At the Centerpiece Medal)

• The Hail, Holy Queen (Salve Regina):
  "Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
  ℣. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God.
  ℟. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ."

• Concluding Prayer:
  "Let us pray: O God, whose only begotten Son, by His life, death, and resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal life, grant, we beseech Thee, that meditating upon these mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen."

• St. Michael the Archangel Prayer:
  "Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen."

• Closing: Make the Sign of the Cross.

Legions of Saints Ultimate Rosary Prayer

Sign of the Cross:

In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Main Cross: Apostles Creed

I believe in God the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under the Pontious Pilot (or Jewish Pharisees and the Synagogue of Satan’s diabolic influence over Roman leadership), was crucified, dead and buried. He descended into hell. On the third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and seated on the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic church, the Communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. In Jesus name, Amen.

First Bead: Our Father / The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive our sins as we forgive those who sin against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For yours is the kingdom, the power, and glory, forever and ever. Amen.

Second Bead: Give Thanks

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for your many blessings. Thank you for the gift of life, for every breath in my lungs, and for every heart beat. Thank you for the gift of another day. Thank you for ALL that you have provided including (list everything you are thankful for). Thank you for the many talents you have gifted me that enabled me to afford these things and perform these works. Thank you for your involvement throughout my life protecting me from unseen dangers. Thank you for fighting battles I do not even know about, and for turning things around in my favor. Through your grace all things are possible. In Jesus name, Amen.

Third Bead: The Lord Is My Shepherd (Psalm 23 of King David)

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters, He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup flows over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. In Jesus name, Amen.

Fourth Bead: Holy Spirit (Inspired by Saint Augustine)

Breathe into me, Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy. Move in me, Holy Spirit, that my work may be holy. Enter my heart, Holy Spirit, that I may experience and share the love of God Almighty. Protect me, Holy Spirit, that I may be delivered from evil. Strengthen me, Holy Spirit, that I may defend all that is holy. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Fifth Bead: Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Junction Pendant: Sacred Heart of Jesus (St Padre Pio Inspired)

Sacred heart of Jesus. My savior & redeemer. I place all my trust in you. I surrender all of my fears and worries to you. I trust your holy plans and submit to them. You have said you are the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through you. Ask, and it will be given to you, Seek, and you will find, Knock, and the door will be opened to you. 

First Decade: (Ask for 10 things)

1. Behold I knock, I seek, and I ask to be filled with the Holy Spirit.

2. I ask to be healed from ailments.

3. I ask for a strong will to lead those who depend on me.

4. I ask for ___ (purpose & guidance)

5. I ask for ___ (wisdom & discernment)

6. I ask for ___ (protection & courage)

7. I ask for ___ (patience & a kind heart)

8. I ask for ___ (your mercy & forgiveness)

9. I ask for ___ (relief from unholy desires)

10. I ask to be reborn from sin and used in your divine plans, in Jesus name, Amen.

Second Decade: Confession & Submission

Act of Contrition & Total Forgiveness: My Father in Heaven, I'm sincerely sorry for my sins. I'm sorry for my past behavior. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you God and I repent. I beg for your mercy and forgiveness. At the same time, I offer total forgiveness to others. I hold no ill will, no unforgiveness, no resentfulness, and no hatred in heart for anyone. I forgive every person who has ever crossed me, disappointed me, or irritated me with their behavior. I'm in no position to judge others. I empathize with their human condition and the diabolic influences that take advantage of them. I pray for them to receive your protection, your guidance, your forgiveness, and the grace of the holy spirit. In Jesus name, Amen.

1. I confess that I've ___ (mistreated my body & been a drunkered)

2. I confess that I’ve ___ (indulged myself with pleasures of the flesh and mistreated many of your precious daughters) 

3. I confess that I’ve ___ (lusted after many women, watched pornography, and masturbated) 

4. I confess that I've ___ (advocated for and funded the abortions of your unborn children)

5. I confess that I've ___ (neglected my duties to care for the lowest among my brothers & sisters)

6. I confess that I've ___ (neglected my duties as a son, brother, father, husband, friend, and neighbor) 

7. I confess that I've ___ (judged others and placed my flawed self high above others)

8. I confess that I've ___ (given praise to false idols in movies & video games and led others to be distracted by these false idols) 

9. I confess that I've ___(used your name in vain, spread gossip, and lied to get ahead and avoid consequences)

10. Renunciation: I renounce those behaviors and repent. With the power of your grace, I ask to be reborn from sin. I now reserve the centerpieces of my life for your Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ. I look to your Holy Kingdom first before any other. For the rest of my days I wish to be a vessel for your love and mercy here on Earth. In Jesus name, Amen.

Third Decade: Protection

Perimeter & Curse Breaking Prayer: Heavenly Father, I ask that you establish a perimeter of protection around myself and my family, immersing all of us, our loved ones, our associates, our property, possessions, and resources that has been provided by your paternal goodness. I ask the Heavenly Father through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Michael the Archangel to send your Angels and Saints to stand guard over us, our works, our ministries, and all that is done in the Name of Your Beloved Son Jesus Christ, preserving us from all evil influence and demonic retaliation, including any and all curses and occult actions sent against us. I ask you to cast out all spells, hexes, curses, voodoo practices, witchcraft, satanic rituals, incantations, evil wishes, fasting prayers, or any occult action not from God Almighty, that have been sent my way or against my loved ones in the present or in past generations, or items in my possession now or that have been passed down through my generational bloodline. I ask that you keep us completely invisible, hidden, and untouchable by any diabolic influence. I ask that you preserve us from all evil and deceptions that we may be susceptible to in our lives, barring the demons or any of Satan’s minions from harming or harassing us in any way, rendering them all spiritually deaf, dumb, blind and completely powerless. I ask that you remove any evil influences that seek to empower, aid, or strengthen the demons or their minions seeking to harm us.  I ask my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to command that they be cast out and replaced with grace and blessings from our Father in Heaven. May the Lord Jesus Christ pour out his precious blood over all aspects of my life and relationships, and ask him to wash away and cleanse us from all impurities. We ask all this in the name of your beloved son Jesus Chris, trusting in his divine power, and through the intercession of his most blessed Mother Mary. Amen. 

1. I pray for my Mother & Father ___ (what do they need?)

2. I pray for my Brother(s) / Sister(s) ___ (what do they need?)

3. I pray for my Wife / Husband ___ (what do they need?)

4. I pray for my Son(s) / Daughter(s) ___ (what do they need?)

5. I pray for my In-Laws ___ (what do they need?)

6. I pray for my Friend(s) ___ (what do they need?)

7. I pray for my Neighbor(s) ___ (what do they need?)

8. I pray for my Co-worker(s) ___ (what do they need?)

9. I pray for my Church leader(s) ___ (what do they need?)

10. Conclusion: Heavenly Father I beg you, please be with them, surround them with a bubble of your grace, keep them healthy, safe from harm, & protected from evil. Help me to show them all the love and support they deserve and place me in their thoughts if they need help. In Jesus name, Amen.

Fourth Decade: Guidance & Wisdom

Heavenly Father, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. The courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Bless me with wisdom, discipline, and strong will to lead those who depend on me. In Jesus name, Amen.

1. Virtues: Plant in me, O Lord, all virtues, that I may be devoted to divine things, wise in human affairs, and a burden to no one. Grant me, O Lord, fervor in my heart, truth in my words, and goodness in my actions. Direct my soul to a good life, that what I do may please You and help my neighbor. In Jesus name, Amen. (St. Thomas Aquinas's)

2. Wisdom: Give me a wise and understanding heart so that I may know right from wrong and choose what is pleasing to you. Grant that I may never desire to do what is foolish, and that I may never be discouraged by what is distasteful; that I may never begin my works before the proper time, nor abandon them before they are completed. In Jesus name, Amen. (St. Thomas Aquinas's)

3. Trust: Grant me intelligence in knowing you, diligence in seeking you, wisdom in finding you, perseverance in trusting you, and the confidence in embracing you. Let me accept your punishments as a penance for my sins, and enjoy your benefits by grace in this world, and blessings by glory in the next. In Jesus name, Amen. (St. Thomas Aquinas's)

4. Purpose: Give me purpose today. Be my shephard. Use me in your holy plans and lead me on your divine path. In Jesus name, Amen.

5. Patience: Grant me the patience to wait on your timing and the courage to follow your lead. Help me to live each moment without hurry like your son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

6. Discernment: Grant me the gift of discernment in the physical & spiritual world. You know my heart and you see the path before me. I come to you seeking clarity & truth in all things set before me. Help me to recognize your voice above all the noise and confusion around me. In Jesus name, Amen.

7. Courage: Grant me courage in the face of fear and uncertainty. Help me take bold steps towards my dreams and stand up for what is right. Give me the strength to face challenges head-on and to persevere even when the path is difficult. Let my courage inspire others to find their own bravery. Fill me with your Holy Spirit when I feel afraid, and reassure me that I am never alone. Remove all fear, anxiety, doubt, and hasty impulses from my mind. In Jesus name, Amen.

8. Kind Heart: Help me to find joy in all the situations & encounters I'm faced with. Guide my thoughts, reactions, and words to be a beacon of your light. Soften my voice and approach for those who would be negatively impacted by my unfiltered and brash opinions. In Jesus name, Amen.

9. Deception: If you see error in my ways, please speak loudly to me so that I may change course. If I am being deceived or deceiving myself, please show me the truth so I can find the right path. In Jesus name, Amen.

10. Conclusion: If you need someone to serve in your divine plans, here am I, send me. I am ready and willing to serve using the many talents you have gifted me. In Jesus name, Amen.

Fifth Decade: Intersession from Angels & Saints

Guardian Angel: Dear Guardian Angel. Thank you for all the unseen blessings and protection you have provided for me every day of my life. I'm sincerely grateful for your persistent efforts, and ask that you continue your work within and around me. Thank you for your patience & unwavering support as you bare witness to all of my errors, weaknesses, & hypocrisy. Give strength to my body to heal from ailments, guide me on the right path, and protect me from evil forces. Speak loudly to me so there can be no doubts of your directions. I want to know you and thank you for everything you do. In Jesus name, Amen.

1. Archangel Michael: Dear Saint Michael, Commander of God Almighty's Army of Angels, all demons tremble in fear at the thought of your presence. I beg you to please wield your heavenly sword and send a group of your highly trained and capable Angels to annihilate all demons dwelling in and around me or my family.

2. Archangel Gabriel: Dear Angel Gabriel, Holy Messenger of God, hear my prayers and ensure they are delivered to the Holy One.

3. Archangel Raphael: Dear Angel Raphael, Healer and Guide of the Saints, please hear my prayers and ensure they are delivered to the Holy One.

4. Archangel Uriel: Dear Angel Uriel, bringer of Light and Wisdom, please hear my prayers and ensure they are delivered to the Holy One.

5. (Interchangable) Saint Fiacre: Dear Saint Fiacre, you healed many sick and diseased using your garden of herbal rememdies. Please pray for me so that I may find and cure and be healed from my ailments and used in God Almighty's Holy Plans

6. (Interchangable) Saint Peregrine: Dear Saint Peregrine, you suffered from a deadly infection in your leg and were scheduled for an last resort amputation, but you prayed continuously the entire night before and rose miraculously healed by morning. Please pray for me so that I may be healed from my ailments just as you were.

7. (Interchangable) Saint Bartholomew: Dear Saint Bartholomew, not even the extremely agonizing removal of your skin could get you to deny your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Please pray for me so that I may be endure the pain of my ailments until it be God's will that I find a cure or be healed.

8. (Interchangable) Saint Padre Pio: Dear Saint Padre Pio, your incredible life story deepened my faith, please pray for me so that I may see any errors in my ways and be healed from my ailments.

9. (Interchangable) Saint Luke: Dear Saint Luke who walked with Apostle Paul and healed many as a skilled doctor, please pray for me so that I may find a cure and be healed from my ailments and used in God Almighty's Holy Plans.

10. Mother Mary Queen of Heaven: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Please ensure our prayers are delivered to and heard by God Almighty.

Final Junction Pendant: Glory Be 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, a world without end. In Jesus name, Amen.

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