Praying Rosary For Spiritual Growth

Petitions with a theme that matches the mystery for the decade

After announcing the mystery and before praying the “Our Father”, I ask Our Lady to help me improve an aspect of my spiritual life. I show these in Medium’s quote font to set them apart from the rest of the rosary.

The Joyful Mysteries:

The Annunciation

When the Angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would conceive Jesus.

Blessed Mother, help me to say a prompt unconditional “yes” to whatever God will allow in my life.

The Visitation

When Mary visited her cousin Elizabeth, who was also expecting a child (John the Baptist).

Blessed Mother, help me to bring Jesus to others through corporal and spiritual works of mercy.

The Nativity

The birth of Jesus in Bethlehem.

Blessed Mother, help me to increase in poverty of spirit and embrace simplicity of life

The Presentation

When Jesus was presented in the Temple and Simeon and Anna recognized him as the Messiah.

Blessed Mother, help me to recognize and love…