The Holy Rosary, Joyful Mysteries for Education, Social, & Economic Justice

photo by Anuj Mary Tilj on Unsplash

photo by Anuj Mary Tilj on Unsplash

(adapted from USCCB’s Black Catholic History rosary)

Today we take time to pray and reflect on all we’ve learned thus far by walking through the life of Jesus with Mary in the rosary.

Join us in-person in the church sanctuary or livestream on our youtube channel 6:35-7:00pm, or pray these special rosary mysteries on your own when your schedule permits.

If you’re new to the rosary or just need some help remembering the prayers, here are a couple links that will help! We’re glad you’re joining us in prayer!

1st Mystery: Dedicated To Servant of God Mother Mary Lange, OSP

Father God, we are so appreciative and grateful that you inspired Servant of God Mother Mary Lange, OSP to found the Oblate Sisters of Providence to provide educational, social and spiritual ministry to the people of God. Help us like Mother Mary Lange, not to allow the inexpressible pain of prejudice and racial hatred weaken our resolve to do your will.

2nd Mystery: Dedicated to Venerable Henriette DeLille, SSF
Father God, as always, it was your infinite wisdom and grace that inspired Venerable Henriette DeLille to found the Holy Family Sisters to nurse the sick and elderly, care for the poor and instruct the unlearned.

3rd Mystery: Dedicated to Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
Father God, you have shown consistently throughout human history that You call upon the humblest of all your people Kateri Tekakwitha, a young Native American girl, to shown us how to love you with courage and deep steadfast devotion.

4th Mystery: Dedicated to Servant of God Father Augustus Tolton
Father God, you empowered your faithful Servant of God Augustus Tolton to overcome the adversities, prejudices and challenges of his time. Through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Servant of God Tolton was able to become a Catholic priest and serve the people of God in Quincy and Chicago, Illinois. Today we stand in the shadow his ministry.

5th Mystery: Dedicated to Saint Junipero Serra
Father God, over and over throughout time you have sent your zealous prophets to guide and lead your people. We, your faithful stand in awe and thanksgiving for the gifts and talents of your servant, Brother Junipero. It was through your love for all your people you inspired Brother Junipero in his unwavering mission to bring the word of God to those who did not know you yet.