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We have received from Fr. Edward Robinson
a copy of his meditations on the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary with permission
to use on the Pro-life web page.
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The First Joyful Mystery:
THE ANGEL'S MESSAGE TO MARY
Just as the Virgin Mary accepted God's invitation
to become the mother of Our Redeemer, despite the difficulties which that
would involve, let us pray that all parents will welcome their unborn children
as gifts from God. May they be strengthened by confidence in God's
providence, that they will have His constant help in bearing and nurturing
their child. Let us, as pro-lifers, pledge ourselves to be the instruments
of God's loving care for all parents, especially for mothers who are experiencing
distressful pregnancies. May the Archangel Gabriel, who brought the
message to Mary, bring the message of joy and encouragement to expectant
mothers who are tempted by abortion. |
The Second Joyful Mystery:
MARY VISITS HER COUSIN ELIZABETH
Mary came in haste to assist her elderly cousin,
Elizabeth, who was experiencing an unusual pregnancy. We ask our blessed
Mother Mary, to be the patroness of our own pro-life efforts to assist
pregnant women who are needful of our help. In this mystery we salute
Jesus and John, as yet unborn, as standard bearers for all children who
are waiting to be born. We hold them up as living proof of personhood
within the womb. Let us pray that all mothers might treasure in their hearts
the sentiments of Mary's MAGNIFICAT. . . . "My soul doth magnify the Lord.
He has done great things for me, and holy is His name!" |
The Third Joyful Mystery:
THE BIRTH OF JESUS, OUR REDEEMER
As we ponder that first Christmas Day when God's
mercy came down upon a sinful world, we rejoice at the birth of a Child.
As we attempt to give thanks for that most precious moment in our salvation's
history, let us pray that every pregnant woman, and her child's father,
might look forward to a joyful birthday for their child. May they
see in their child, as yet unborn, an opportunity to share with another
human being the opportunity of knowing and loving God for all eternity
and of enjoying the happiness and challenges which God wishes for that
child to experience here, on earth! Let us pray for family life to
be re-established in our day, upon the enduring example of the Holy Family
of Jesus, His mother, Mary, and Joseph. |
The Fourth Joyful Mystery:
JESUS IS PRESENTED IN THE TEMPLE
In conformity with Old Testament law, the infant
Jesus, as the "first-born" of the family, was brought to the temple by
His mother, Mary, and his foster-father, Joseph, to be consecrated to the
Lord. Let us pray that all parents will look upon themselves as partners
with Our Creator, in the conception of their children, and generously share
them with Him. With confidence in God's providence, may all parents
rejoice in having such a precious gift to offer to the good God Who has
given so much of Himself to us. |
The Fifth Joyful Mystery:
JESUS IF FOUND AMONG THE TEACHERS
Jesus, at age twelve, is so absorbed in listening
to the religious teachers and asking them questions, in the business of
His Heavenly Father, that He is temporarily separated from His human family.
But they know where to look for Him! May all parents prepare their
children, by word and example, to be regular participants at their churches,
and to maintain continuous friendship with Our Lord, through prayer, Sacraments
and discipleship. We pray that this wholesome way of living will
totally replace lifestyles which promote legalized abortion. |
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