# A Special Rosary for the Victims of Fort Lauderdale Airport
*2018-01-10*

> Bill Young leads a special Rosary of Jesus in honor of those who lost their lives and were injured in the Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport shooting, offering prayers for the victims, their families, and the Church.

## Introduction and Intentions

Bill welcomes listeners and explains that today’s Rosary follows the “Rosary of Jesus,” a format that invites deeper contemplation of the mysteries of Christ’s life. He dedicates the prayer to the victims of the Fort Lauderdale airport shooting, their families, and those still recovering in hospital, asking for God’s mercy and speedy healing.

## The Rosary of Jesus – How It Is Prayed

Bill outlines the structure: after a brief introduction, the Virgin Mary invites us to pause in silence and reflect on each mystery, expressing a particular intention for it. Between mysteries we are encouraged to pray spontaneous prayers and sing a hymn—Bill suggests playing a favorite version of the Ave Maria. Each mystery is followed by the Our Father, a short spontaneous prayer, and the concluding doxology: “O Jesus, be our strength and protection. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.”

## The Mysteries and Prayers

Bill leads the listeners through the traditional mysteries, beginning with the Nativity (Luke 2:4‑7) and offering a prayer for peace. He then moves to the Feeding of the 5,000 (Luke 9:12‑17), praying for the Holy Father, Church leaders, and all nations. The next mystery is the Agony in the Garden (Matthew 26:36‑44), with petitions for priests and all who serve Christ. He continues with the Crucifixion, the Resurrection, the Ascension, and Pentecost, each time inserting a specific intention—families, the Holy Spirit’s outpouring, and the triumph over evil.

## Closing Prayers

After the final mystery, Bill recites the Apostles’ Creed, a series of Our Fathers, and a concluding prayer thanking Jesus for His love, obedience, and the salvation He offers. He asks the Blessed Virgin Mary to help us remain faithful on the path to eternal glory. He also mentions his sister Susie, who was delayed from traveling to the airport, and prays for a safe journey back to New York.

*May the Rosary of Jesus draw us closer to Christ’s mysteries and bring comfort and healing to all affected by the Fort Lauderdale tragedy.*