The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary
The public ministry of Jesus, added by St. John Paul II in 2002. They are prayed on Thursdays. Below are the five mysteries with their scripture and fruit, and a counter to pray along.
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Start praying with Rosary & MercyThe five Luminous Mysteries
1First Mystery: The Baptism of Jesus
Jesus goes down into the Jordan, and the Father’s voice names Him the beloved Son.
Fruit of the mystery: Openness to the Holy Spirit
Matthew 3:13–17
2Second Mystery: The Wedding at Cana
At His mother’s word, Jesus turns water into wine and His disciples begin to believe.
Fruit of the mystery: To Jesus through Mary
John 2:1–12
3Third Mystery: The Proclamation of the Kingdom
Jesus announces that the Kingdom of God is at hand and calls everyone to repent and believe.
Fruit of the mystery: Repentance and trust in God
Mark 1:14–15
4Fourth Mystery: The Transfiguration
On the mountain, the glory of God shines from Jesus before Peter, James and John.
Fruit of the mystery: Desire for holiness
Matthew 17:1–8
5Fifth Mystery: The Institution of the Eucharist
At the Last Supper, Jesus gives His Body and Blood under the signs of bread and wine.
Fruit of the mystery: Adoration
Matthew 26:26–28
How to pray this rosary
Begin on the crucifix with the Sign of the Cross and the Apostles' Creed. Pray an Our Father, three Hail Marys and a Glory Be. Then, for each mystery, announce it, pray an Our Father, ten Hail Marys, a Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer. Finish with the Hail, Holy Queen.
Which mysteries on which day
| Day | Mysteries |
|---|---|
| Monday | Joyful Mysteries |
| Tuesday | Sorrowful Mysteries |
| Wednesday | Glorious Mysteries |
| Thursday | Luminous Mysteries |
| Friday | Sorrowful Mysteries |
| Saturday | Joyful Mysteries |
| Sunday | Glorious Mysteries |
Many Catholics pray the Joyful Mysteries on Sundays of Advent and Christmas, and the Sorrowful Mysteries on Sundays of Lent.