When to Pray the Luminous Mysteries
The Catholic Church follows a weekly Rosary schedule established by Pope John Paul II. The Luminous Mysteries are traditionally prayed on:
This schedule helps Catholics meditate on different aspects of the lives of Jesus and Mary throughout the week. Praying the Rosary daily — even just one decade — is a powerful spiritual practice.
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“And Jesus being baptized, forthwith came out of the water: and lo, the heavens were opened to him: and he saw the Spirit of God descending as a dove, and coming upon him.”— Matthew 3:16
“And behold a voice from heaven, saying: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”— Matthew 3:17
“Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who taketh away the sin of the world.”— John 1:29
Read one verse aloud before the 1st, 4th and 7th Hail Mary, then let it stay with you through the decade.
“And the wine failing, the mother of Jesus saith to him: They have no wine.”— John 2:3
“His mother saith to the waiters: Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye.”— John 2:5
“This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee; and manifested his glory, and his disciples believed in him.”— John 2:11
Read one verse aloud before the 1st, 4th and 7th Hail Mary, then let it stay with you through the decade.
“The time is accomplished, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent, and believe the gospel.”— Mark 1:15
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”— Matthew 5:3
“And when Jesus had seen their faith, he saith to the sick of the palsy: Son, thy sins are forgiven thee.”— Mark 2:5
Read one verse aloud before the 1st, 4th and 7th Hail Mary, then let it stay with you through the decade.
“And he was transfigured before them. And his face did shine as the sun: and his garments became white as snow.”— Matthew 17:2
“And Peter answering, said to Jesus: Lord, it is good for us to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three tabernacles, one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias.”— Matthew 17:4
“And as he was yet speaking, behold a bright cloud overshadowed them. And lo, a voice out of the cloud, saying: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased: hear ye him.”— Matthew 17:5
Read one verse aloud before the 1st, 4th and 7th Hail Mary, then let it stay with you through the decade.
“And whilst they were at supper, Jesus took bread, and blessed, and broke: and gave to his disciples, and said: Take ye, and eat. This is my body.”— Matthew 26:26
“And taking bread, he gave thanks, and brake; and gave to them, saying: This is my body, which is given for you. Do this for a commemoration of me.”— Luke 22:19
“He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, hath everlasting life: and I will raise him up in the last day.”— John 6:55
Read one verse aloud before the 1st, 4th and 7th Hail Mary, then let it stay with you through the decade.
How to Pray the Rosary on Thursday
Begin with the Sign of the Cross and the Apostles' Creed. Then pray one Our Father, three Hail Marys and a Glory Be on the introductory beads.
For each of the five decades: announce the mystery, pray one Our Father, ten Hail Marys, a Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer. Conclude with the Hail Holy Queen.
The full Rosary takes about 20 minutes. Our free interactive tool guides you through every step with audio — no memorisation required.
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