THE ROSARY PROMISES
WHY DO WE NEED TO PRAY THE ROSARY
Made by the Blessed Virgin to St. Dominic and Blessed Alanus.
- To all those who will recite my Rosary devoutly, I promise my special protections and very great graces.
- Those who will persevere in the recitation of my rosary shall receive some signal grace.
- The Rosary shall be a very powerful armor against hell; it shall destroy vice, deliver from sin, and shall dispel heresy.
- The Rosary shall make virtue and good works flourish, and shall obtain for souls the most abundant divine mercies; it shall substitute in hearts love of God for love of the world, elevate them to desire heavenly and eternal goods. Oh, that souls would sanctify themselves by this means.
- Those who trust themselves to me through the Rosary shall not perish.
- Those who will recite my Rosary piously, considering its Mysteries, shall not be overwhelmed by misfortunes nor die a bad death. The sinner shall be converted; the just shall grow in grace and become worthy of eternal life.
- Those who truly devoted to the Rosary shall find during their life and at their death the light of God, the fullness of His grace, and shall share in the merits of the blessed.
- I will deliver very promptly from purgatory the soul devoted to my Rosary.
- The true children of my Rosary shall enjoy great glory in heaven.
- What you ask through my Rosary, you shall obtain.
- Those who propagate my Rosary shall obtain through me aid in all their necessities.
- I have obtained from my son that all the confreres of the Rosary shall have for their brethren in life and death the saints of heaven.
- Those who recite my Rosary faithfully are all my beloved children the brothers and sisters of Jesus Christ.
- Devotion to my Rosary is a special sign of predestination.
HOW TO PRAY THE ROSARY
- Begin with the Sign of the cross and say:
- The Apostles Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ. His only Son, Our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and was born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead, on the third day He rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again 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.
- Say the “Our Father”, “Three Hail Mary’s” (Faith, Hope & Charity) & the “Glory Be”
- We announce the “First Mystery” (as per the days) and then Say “One Our Father” and “Ten Hail Mary’s and then the “Glory Be” (as per the Rosary beads – see the picture)
- After each decade say the “Fatima Prayer”: “O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy Mercy”
- Continue with the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Mysteries in the same manner (as per No. 4 and 5)
- The Joyful MysteriesMonday & Saturday
- The Sorrowful MysteriesTuesday & Friday
- The Glorious MysteriesWednesday & Sunday
- The Mysteries of LightThursday
1. THE ANNUNCIATION
The angel came to her and said, “Peace be with you! The Lord is with you and has greatly blessed you!” Luke 1:28
2. THE VISITATION
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby moved within her. Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and said in a loud voice, “You are the most blessed of all women, and blessed is the child you will bear! Luke 1:41-42
3. THE BIRTH OF JESUS
She gave birth to her first son, wrapped him in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger – there was no room for them to stay in the inn. Luke 2:7
4. THE PRESENTATION
The time came for Joseph and Mary to perform the ceremony of purification, as the Law of Moses commanded. So they took the child to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord, as it is written in the Law of the Lord: “Every first-born male is to be dedicated to the Lord.” Luke 2:22-23
5. FINDING OF THE CHILD JESUS IN THE TEMPLE
On the third day they found him in the Temple, sitting with the Jewish teachers, listening to them and asking questions. Luke 2:46
1. THE AGONY IN THE GARDEN
In great anguish he prayed even more fervently; his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground. Rising from his prayer, he went back to the disciples and found them asleep, worn out by their grief. Luke 22:44-45
2. THE SCOURGING AT THE PILLAR
Then Pilate took Jesus and had him whipped. John 19:1
3. CROWNING WITH THORNS
They stripped off his clothes and put a scarlet robe on him. Then they made a crown out of thorny branches and placed it on his head, and put a stick in his right hand; then they knelt before him and made fun of him. “Long live the King of the Jews!” they said. Mathew 27:28-29
4. CARRYING OF THE CROSS
He went out, carrying his cross and came to “The Place of the Skull,” as it is called. (In Hebrew it is called “Golgotha.”) John 19:17
5. THE CRUCIFIXION
Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Father! In your hands I place my spirit!” he said this and died. Luke 23:46
1. THE RESURECTION
“Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “I know you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He is not here – he has been raised! Look, here is the place where they put him. Mark 16:6
2. THE ASCENSION
After the Lord Jesus had talked with them, he was taken up to heaven and sat at the right side of God. Mark 16:19
3. DESCENT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to talk in other languages, as the Spirit enabled them to speak. Acts 2:4
4. THE ASSUMPTION
Then a great and mysterious sight appeared in the sky. There was a woman, whose dress was the sun and who had the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. Revelation 12:1
5. THE CORONATION
When they arrived, they all praised her, “You are Jerusalem’s crowning glory, the heroine of Israel, the pride and joy of our people! You have won this great victory for Israel by yourself. God, the Almighty, is pleased with what you have done. May he bless you as long as you live.” All the people responded, “Amen.” Judith 15:9-10
1. CHRIST’S BAPTISM IN THE JORDAN
As soon as Jesus came up out of the water, he saw heaven opening and the Spirit coming down on him like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, “You are my own dear Son. I am pleased with you.” Mark 1:10-11
2. CHRIST SELF-REVELATION AT THE MARRIAGE AT CANA
Jesus performed this first miracle in Cana in Galilee; there he revealed his glory, and his disciples believed in him. John 2:11
3. CHRIST’S PROCLAMATION OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD WITH HIS CALL TO CONVERSION
“The right time has come,” he said, “and the Kingdom of God is near! Turn away from your sins and believe the God News!” Mark 1:15
4. CHRIST’S TRANSFIGURATION
As they looked on, a change came over Jesus: his face was shining like the sun, and his clothes were dazzling white. Mathew 17:2
5. CHRIST’S INSTITUTION OF THE EUCHARIST
Then he took a piece of bread, gave thanks to God, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in memory of me.” Luke 22:19
- After the Five Decades, say the “Hail Holy Queen”: Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, hail 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 vale of tears. Turn then, O most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards 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.
- 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 you, that meditating on these Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may both imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.
- The Litany of the blessed Virgin Mary
Lord, have mercy – Lord have mercy
Christ, have mercy – Christ have mercy
Lord, have mercy – Lord have mercy
Christ, hear us – Christ, graciously hear us
God the Father of Heaven – Have mercy on us
God the Son, Redeemer of the world – Have mercy on us
God the Holy Spirit – Have mercy on us
Holy Trinity, One God – Have mercy on us
Holy Mary – Pray for us
Holy Mother of God – Pray for us
Holy Virgin of virgins – Pray for us
Mother of Christ – Pray for us
Mother of Mercy – Pray for us
Mother of divine grace – Pray for us
Mother of Hope – Pray for us
Mother most pure – Pray for us
Mother most chaste – Pray for us
Mother inviolate – Pray for us
Mother undefiled – Pray for us
Mother most amiable – Pray for us
Mother most admirable – Pray for us
Mother of good counsel – Pray for us
Most of our Creator – Pray for us
Mother of our Savior – Pray for us
Mother of the Church – Pray for us
Virgin most prudent – Pray for us
Virgin most venerable – Pray for us
Virgin most renowned – Pray for us
Virgin most powerful – Pray for us
Virgin most merciful – Pray for us
Virgin most faithful – Pray for us
Mirror of justice – Pray for us
Seat of wisdom – Pray for us
Cause of our joy – Pray for us
Spiritual vessel – Pray for us
Vessel of honour – Pray for us
Singular vessel of devotion – Pray for us
Mystical rose – Pray for us
Tower of David – Pray for us
Tower of ivory – Pray for us
House of gold – Pray for us
Ark of the covenant – Pray for us
Gate of Heaven – Pray for us
Morning star – Pray for us
Health of the sick – Pray for us
Refuge of sinners – Pray for us
Solace of Migrants – Pray for us
Comforter of the afflicted – Pray for us
Help of Christians – Pray for us
Queen of Angels – Pray for us
Queen of Patriarchs – Pray for us
Queen of Prophets – Pray for us
Queen of Apostles – Pray for us
Queen of Martyrs – Pray for us
Queen of Confessors – Pray for us
Queen of Virgins – Pray for us
Queen of all Saints – Pray for us
Queen conceived without original sin – Pray for us
Queen assumed into Heaven – Pray for us
Queen of the most Holy Rosary – Pray for us
Queen of Peace – Pray for us
Queen of our Home – Pray for us
Queen of our Family – Pray for us
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, — Spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, — Graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, — Have mercy on us.
We fly to your patronage, O Holy Mother of God: despise not our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us always from all dangers, O Glorious and Blessed Virgin.
V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray: Defend, we beseech You, O Lord by the intercession of the Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, this your family from all adversity: and being prostrate before You with our hearts, mercifully protect us from the snares of the enemy. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son of the Holy Spirit. Amen.