Joyful Mysteries
What event does the Annunciation celebrate?
The announcement by the Angel Gabriel to Mary that she would conceive Jesus (Luke 1:26-38).
In the first Sorrowful Mystery, Jesus is in such distress and agony that he has a physical reaction. What is this referring to?
His sweat became like drops of blood
What is the first Glorious Mystery?
The Resurrection
During the Baptism of Jesus, what does the voice from Heaven proclaim?
"This is my beloved Son, with who I am well pleased."
Who is credited with the popularization of the Rosary in the Middle Ages?
St. Dominic
Mary visits Elizabeth in the second Joyful Mystery. Who is Elizabeth pregnant with during this meeting?
John the Baptist
In the second Sorrowful Mystery, who orders Jesus' scourging?
Pontius Pilate
What is the second Glorious Mystery?
The Ascension
Jesus performs His first public sign during the second Luminous mystery. What is this sign?
Turning water to wine
Which Pope introduced the Luminous Mysteries in 2002?
St. Pope John Paul II
Jesus is born in a town whose name means "House of Bread." What is the name of this town?
Bethlehem
What is the Third Sorrowful Mystery?
The Crowning of Thorns
What day is associated with the descent of the Holy Spirit?
Pentecost
What is the Third Luminous mystery?
The Proclamation of the Kingdom
Name one key promise of the Rosary (from the notes)
Special protection for devotees
Spiritual armor against evil
Growth in virtue
Access to sacraments
Aid in necessities Divine assistance at death
Which two people are present during the Presentation at the Temple besides the Holy Family?
Simeon and Anna
Who was chosen out of the crowd to help Jesus carry the cross?
Simon of Cyrene
What are the fourth and fifth Glorious Mysteries?
The Assumption and Coronation of Mary
Name the 3 Apostles and 2 prophets who were present at the Transfiguration of Jesus
Peter, James, John.
Moses, Elijah
This battle against Ottoman forces in 1571 led to an unexpected victory attributed to the Rosary.
The Battle of Lepanto
In the Fifth Joyful Mystery, the Holy Family travels to Jerusalem. What is the reason for this journey?
The Feast of Passover
What are Jesus's last words on the cross, according to the Gospel of Mark?
"It is Finished"
In which book of the Bible to we associate the fifth Glorious Mystery?
The Book of Revelation
What event does the Fifth Luminous Mystery correspond to?
The Last Supper
Name all 4 Mysteries and which days of the week they are prayed.
Joyful on Mondays and Saturdays
Sorrowful on Tuesdays and Fridays
Glorious on Wednesdays and Sundays
Luminous on Thursdays