The Glorious Mysteries

Wednesdays & Sundays — We rejoice in the triumph of Christ — His Resurrection, Ascension, the descent of the Holy Spirit, and the glory of Our Lady.

The Five Mysteries

Mystery 1: The Resurrection

John 20:1–18

Jesus rises from the dead on the third day, victorious over sin and death.

Fruit of the Mystery: Faith

Mystery 2: The Ascension

Acts 1:6–11

Jesus ascends into heaven forty days after His Resurrection.

Fruit of the Mystery: Hope

Mystery 3: The Descent of the Holy Spirit

Acts 2:1–13

The Holy Spirit descends upon the Apostles and Mary at Pentecost.

Fruit of the Mystery: Wisdom

Mystery 4: The Assumption of Mary

Rev 12:1

At the end of her earthly life, Mary is assumed body and soul into heaven.

Fruit of the Mystery: Grace of a Happy Death

Mystery 5: The Coronation of Mary

Rev 12:1

Mary is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth by her Son.

Fruit of the Mystery: Trust in Mary's Intercession

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