Joyful Mysteries — 2 / 5
The Visitation
What Happens
Mary travels in haste to visit her cousin Elizabeth, who is also with child. Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, proclaims Mary blessed among women.
What It Teaches Us
True joy overflows into service. Mary's first response to receiving grace was to go and serve someone else. Christian life is about bringing Christ to others.
Scripture Reading
Mary set out in haste to visit Elizabeth, who was filled with the Holy Spirit and proclaimed Mary blessed among women.
Read full passage (USCCB)— Luke 1:39–42
Church Sources
The Holy See
Vatican Rosary — Joyful Mysteries
“Mary brings Christ to Elizabeth, becoming the first missionary of the Gospel.”
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USCCB — How to Pray the Rosary
“The Visitation reminds us that bearing Christ means sharing Him with others.”
Read full sourceReflection
•Who in my life needs encouragement or help right now?
•How can I bring the joy of Christ to someone today?
Pray This Mystery
Start the guided Rosary with this mystery set selected.