# Prayers for the Sick and the Luminous Mysteries
*2019-07-10*

> Bill Young leads a special rosary for those affected by the Louisiana floods and for the sick, weaving the Luminous Mysteries, heartfelt petitions, and traditional Catholic prayers.

## Opening Prayer for Louisiana

Bill begins with a prayer for safety and relief for those suffering from the flooding and winds in Louisiana. He invokes the Holy Trinity and asks God to protect the people, provide daily bread, forgive sins, and deliver us from evil.

## The Luminous Mysteries – Baptism of Jesus

Bill reflects on the first Luminous Mystery, the Baptism of Jesus. He recounts how the heavens opened, the Holy Spirit descended like a dove, and the voice of the Father declared, “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” He then prays the Our Father, a Hail Mary, and a brief meditation on the openness of the Holy Spirit.

## The Luminous Mysteries – Wedding at Cana

Bill moves to the second Luminous Mystery, the Wedding at Cana. He recalls Mary’s instruction to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you,” and Jesus’ miracle of turning water into wine. He again offers the Our Father and a Hail Mary, asking that we may follow Christ’s example of obedience and trust.

## The Luminous Mysteries – Proclaiming the Kingdom

For the third Luminous Mystery, Bill meditates on Christ’s proclamation, “The kingdom of heaven is at hand.” He prays for repentance, trust in God, and the grace to be sent out without cost to bring the Gospel to others. The Our Father and a Hail Mary follow.

## The Luminous Mysteries – Transfiguration

Bill reflects on the Transfiguration, describing how Christ’s face shone like the sun and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my beloved Son; listen to Him.” He prays for the desire for holiness and again recites the Our Father and a Hail Mary.

## The Luminous Mysteries – Institution of the Eucharist

Bill concludes the Luminous Mysteries with the Institution of the Eucharist, recalling Jesus’ words over the bread and wine. He prays for deeper adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, the Our Father, and a Hail Mary.

## Intentions for the Sick

Bill offers specific petitions for those suffering from illness:
- Little Jimmy, a young boy in the hospital.
- Annette, battling stage‑four cancer.
- Roger McCoy, undergoing cancer treatment in Maryland.
- All members of the Legion of Mary who are ill.
He also mentions the families of Diane Trevelli and Monica, who have lost children to cancer, asking God’s mercy and healing.

## Traditional Prayers and Consecrations

Bill recites several traditional prayers:
- The Apostles’ Creed.
- Multiple Hail Marys, each offered for love, hope, and peace.
- The Glory Be and the “Hail Holy Queen.”
- A consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, based on the writings of St. Pio, asking for total surrender to Christ’s love.
- A novena of confidence to St. Pio for healing and protection.
- A prayer of consecration of the human race to the Sacred Heart, seeking peace for all nations.

## Closing Invitation

Bill invites listeners to the next meeting of the Legion of Mary at St. David’s Catholic Church, 12:30 p.m. on Friday, and reminds them of the upcoming fifth lesson in Father Michael Gately’s series on the Trinity.

*May we place all our hopes and petitions in the merciful hands of the Sacred Heart, trusting that God will bring healing and peace.*