The joyful mysteries
3. The birth of Mary
On September 8th the Church celebrates the Birth of Mary. This is a Trinitarian feast, preparing the Covenant between Heaven and Earth: Mary is born, immaculate, in order to receive one day the Saviour of the world – the dawn prepares for daybreak.
Three Hail Marys followed by:
“Joy and Glory be to the Father, to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen”
4. The Annunciation
On March 25th the Church celebrates the feast of the Annunciation. In response to the message of the angel Gabriel, Mary in the name of the whole of humanity said ‘YES’ to God’s plan for the salvation of the world. May she teach us to welcome our personal vocation as a call from God.
Three Hail Marys followed by:
“Joy and Glory be to the Father, to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen”
5. The Nativity
The birth of Jesus at Bethlehem was announced by the angels as an immense joy for both earth and heaven. On Christmas night the Son of God, conceived in Mary and born by the power of the Holy Spirit, began the Redemption of humankind. Let us adore Him with Mary and Joseph, the shepherds and the Magi.
Three Hail Marys followed by:
“Joy and Glory be to the Father, to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. Amen”
