Holy Rosary - Luminous Mysteries (Thursday)

The Luminous Mysteries of the Holy Rosary were entrusted to the Church through the apostolic guidance of Pope Saint John Paul II (1920–2005), who introduced them in his 2002 apostolic letter Rosarium Virginis Mariae. These mysteries invite the faithful to contemplate the public ministry of Christ — the radiant moments in which His divinity shines forth and the Kingdom of God is revealed.

In praying these mysteries, we enter into five luminous events: Christ’s Baptism in the Jordan, the Wedding Feast at Cana, the Proclamation of the Kingdom, the Transfiguration, and the Institution of the Holy Eucharist. Each reveals a new facet of the Light of the World, drawing us into deeper discipleship and union with the Sacred Heart of Jesus through the maternal intercession of His Blessed Mother.

The Holy See formally promulgated these mysteries in 2002, enriching the Rosary with meditations that illuminate the life of Christ and strengthen devotion to the Most Holy Eucharist, the source and summit of the Christian life.

May these Luminous Mysteries fill our souls with the radiance of Christ’s presence, guiding us along the path of holiness and leading us to behold His glory forever.