Rosary — Sorrowful Mysteries

Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Faith, Hope and Charity

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Repeat: 3 times

Glory Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Mystery 1

Matthew 26:36–46

First Sorrowful Mystery: The Agony in the Garden. Let us contemplate Jesus praying in deep anguish at Gethsemane, surrendering himself to his Father’s will as his suffering approached. Let us pray to trust the Father’s will in fear and suffering.

Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Repeat: 10 times

Glory Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.

Mystery 2

John 19:1

Second Sorrowful Mystery: The Scourging at the Pillar. Let us contemplate innocent Jesus scourged at Pilate’s command, enduring cruelty and bodily suffering with love. Let us pray for people enduring violence and abuse.

Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Repeat: 10 times

Glory Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.

Mystery 3

Matthew 27:27–31

Third Sorrowful Mystery: The Crowning with Thorns. Let us contemplate the soldiers crowning Jesus with thorns and mocking his kingship, while he remained steadfast in love. Let us pray to defend the dignity of those who are humiliated.

Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Repeat: 10 times

Glory Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.

Mystery 4

John 19:16–17

Fourth Sorrowful Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross. Let us contemplate Jesus carrying his cross towards Golgotha, continuing along the path of suffering for our salvation. Let us pray to support our neighbours as they carry their burdens.

Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Repeat: 10 times

Glory Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.

Mystery 5

Luke 23:33–46

Fifth Sorrowful Mystery: The Crucifixion. Let us contemplate Jesus dying on the cross, forgiving his enemies and offering his life for our salvation. Let us pray for the grace to forgive and for all who are dying.

Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Repeat: 10 times

Glory Be

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.

Hail, Holy Queen

Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us; and after this our exile show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.

Litany of Loreto

Lord, have mercy. — Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. — Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. — Lord, have mercy. Christ, hear us. — Christ, graciously hear us. God the Father of heaven, — have mercy on us. God the Son, Redeemer of the world, — have mercy on us. God the Holy Spirit, — have mercy on us. Holy Trinity, one God, — have mercy on us.

Holy Mother of God

Holy Mary, — pray for us. Holy Mother of God, — pray for us. Holy Virgin of virgins, — pray for us. Mother of Christ, — pray for us. Mother of the Church, — pray for us. Mother of mercy, — pray for us. Mother of divine grace, — pray for us. Mother of hope, — pray for us.

Mother most pure

Mother most pure, — pray for us. Mother most chaste, — pray for us. Mother inviolate, — pray for us. Mother undefiled, — pray for us. Mother most amiable, — pray for us. Mother most admirable, — pray for us. Mother of good counsel, — pray for us. Mother of our Creator, — pray for us. Mother of our Saviour, — pray for us.

Virgin most faithful

Virgin most prudent, — pray for us. Virgin most venerable, — pray for us. Virgin most renowned, — pray for us. Virgin most powerful, — pray for us. Virgin most merciful, — pray for us. Virgin most faithful, — pray for us. Mirror of justice, — pray for us. Seat of wisdom, — pray for us. Cause of our joy, — pray for us.

Mystical rose

Spiritual vessel, — pray for us. Vessel of honour, — pray for us. Singular vessel of devotion, — pray for us. Mystical rose, — pray for us. Tower of David, — pray for us. Tower of ivory, — pray for us. House of gold, — pray for us. Ark of the covenant, — pray for us. Gate of heaven, — pray for us. Morning star, — pray for us. Health of the sick, — pray for us. Refuge of sinners, — pray for us. Solace of migrants, — pray for us. Comfort of the afflicted, — pray for us. Help of Christians, — pray for us.

Queen of peace

Queen of Angels, — pray for us. Queen of Patriarchs, — pray for us. Queen of Prophets, — pray for us. Queen of Apostles, — pray for us. Queen of Martyrs, — pray for us. Queen of Confessors, — pray for us. Queen of Virgins, — pray for us. Queen of all Saints, — pray for us. Queen conceived without original sin, — pray for us. Queen assumed into heaven, — pray for us. Queen of the most holy Rosary, — pray for us. Queen of families, — pray for us. Queen of peace, — pray for us.

Lamb of God

Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, — spare us, O Lord. Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, — graciously hear us, O Lord. Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, — have mercy on us.

Marian Response

Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Closing Rosary Prayer

O God, whose only-begotten Son, by his life, death and resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal life; grant, we beseech thee, that meditating upon these mysteries of the most holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.