# Chaplet of the Most Precious Blood and Litany
*2022-07-07*

> Bill and John pray the special red chaplet of the Most Precious Blood, walking through its seven mysteries and concluding with the Litany of the Most Precious Blood.

## Introduction to the Red Chaplet

Bill explains that July is dedicated to the Most Precious Blood of Christ, and today they will pray a special red chaplet. Unlike a regular rosary, this chaplet consists of an Our Father, five Glory Bes, and seven mysteries, each followed by a Glory Be. On the seventh mystery the Glory Be is recited three times on the three beads near the crucifix.

## The Seven Mysteries

For each mystery Bill announces the scriptural reference, offers a short meditation, then prays an Our Father, a Glory Be, and a concluding prayer.

1. **Jesus sheds His blood at the Agony in the Garden** (Luke 22:44). Bill asks that we recognize the value of life and confront sin with courage.
2. **Jesus sweats blood in Gethsemane** (Luke 22:44). He prays that we hate sin and grow in love.
3. **Jesus’ blood is shed at the pillar of the cross** (John 19:1). The prayer asks that the blood inspire purity and intimacy with Christ.
4. **Jesus’ blood is shed in the crowning with thorns** (John 19:2‑3). The meditation seeks humility and service to those in need.
5. **Jesus’ blood is shed on the road to Calvary** (John 19:17‑18). The prayer asks that the blood light our path and help us bear our own crosses.
6. **Jesus’ blood is shed on the cross** (Luke 23:33‑34). Bill invokes the Lamb of God to teach forgiveness and love for enemies.
7. **Jesus’ blood is poured from the side by the lance** (John 19:34). The final mystery prays for the poor, the suffering, and for unity in Christ’s kingdom.

After each mystery Bill repeats the Glory Be several times, ending each section with the prayer: “We beseech you, O Lord, to come to the aid of your children, for whom you have redeemed by your precious blood.”

## Three Final Glory Bes

On the seventh mystery Bill and John recite three additional Glory Bes, completing the chaplet.

## Litany of the Most Precious Blood

John leads the Litany. The format alternates a petition (“Lord, have mercy”) with a response (“Christ, have mercy”). The petitions invoke God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, asking for mercy, salvation, and protection for the Church, the suffering, and the world.

## Closing Thoughts

Bill thanks John for his help and reflects on the importance of praying the chaplet during July, especially in light of current moral challenges. He encourages listeners to comment, email, and pray for the nation’s freedom and responsibility, especially for the unborn and the vulnerable.

*Praying the Chaplet of the Most Precious Blood reminds us of Christ’s sacrificial love and calls us to live with courage, humility, and responsibility.*