# Biblical Rosary Meditation on the Luminous Mysteries
*2015-07-27*

> Bill Young guides listeners through a biblical rosary of the Luminous Mysteries, meditating on the Baptism of Jesus, the Wedding at Cana, the Annunciation, the Transfiguration, and the Last Supper, invoking St. Monica’s intercession.

## Opening Prayer and the Creed

Bill begins with a prayer to St. Monica, asking that her fervent intercession may inspire us as it did her husband, her mother, and especially her son, St. Augustine. He then recites the Apostles’ Creed, affirming the core tenets of the faith, and offers a brief doxology: “Glory 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.”

## First Luminous Mystery – The Baptism of Jesus

Bill reflects on Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan. He prays for children to follow the example of St. Augustine. He then recites the Our Father and a Hail Mary, before recalling the Gospel account: John the Baptist initially resists baptizing Jesus, but Jesus insists, saying it fulfills all righteousness. As Jesus emerges from the water, the heavens open, the Holy Spirit descends like a dove, and a voice from heaven declares, “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” Bill intersperses the meditation with Hail Mary prayers after each segment.

## Second Luminous Mystery – The Wedding at Cana

Bill petitions for the conversion of all children, especially that they may become saints like St. Augustine. He prays the Our Father and a Hail Mary, then recounts the miracle at Cana: when the wine ran out, Mary tells the servants, “Do whatever He tells you.” Jesus instructs them to fill the jars with water, which He turns into the finest wine. Bill repeats the Hail Mary after each narrative point, emphasizing Mary’s role as intercessor.

## Third Luminous Mystery – The Annunciation of the Kingdom

Bill offers a prayer for the conversion of all souls, especially the young, and then recites the Our Father and Hail Mary. He reflects on Jesus’ proclamation in the synagogue that the Kingdom of God is near, urging repentance and belief in the Good News. He recalls Jesus teaching with authority, casting out demons, healing the sick, and calling the marginalized to the table, each moment accompanied by a Hail Mary.

## Fourth Luminous Mystery – The Transfiguration

Bill prays for the sanctification of our sons and daughters, then recites the Our Father and Hail Mary. He meditates on the Transfiguration on the mountain, where Jesus’ face shines like the sun and His garments become dazzling white. Moses and Elijah appear, speaking of His upcoming fulfillment in Jerusalem. The disciples are terrified, but a voice from the cloud proclaims, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to Him.” Bill punctuates the meditation with Hail Mary prayers.

## Fifth Luminous Mystery – The Last Supper

Bill asks for the intercession of Mary and St. Monica for all children to become saints. He prays the Our Father and Hail Mary, then recounts the Last Supper: Jesus washes the disciples’ feet, gives them a new command to love one another as He has loved them, and institutes the Eucharist, breaking bread and sharing wine. He notes the disciples’ later recognition of the risen Christ and the command to love one another. The meditation concludes with a series of Hail Marys and a final doxology.

## Conclusion and Blessing

Bill ends with a prayer to the Holy Mother, the Hail Holy Queen, and a petition for mercy and salvation for all souls. He thanks listeners, announces that tomorrow’s rosary will cover the Sorrowful Mysteries, and wishes everyone a blessed Thursday.

*Through the biblical rosary, we encounter Christ’s life anew, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform our hearts as it did for St. Monica and her family.*