The Glorious Mysteries

The Resurrection of Our Lord

Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb.  An angel appeared and said, "Do not be afraid!  I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified.  He is not here, for He has been raised just as He said."

Matthew 28:1-10

The Ascension into Heaven

He then led them out near Bethany, and with hands upraised, blessed them.  As Jesus blessed them He parted from them and was taken up to heaven.

Luke 24:44-53

The Descent of the Holy Spirit

Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, "Peace be with you.  Receive the Holy Spirit."  Tongues as of fire appeared which parted and came to rest on each of them.  All were filled with the Holy Spirit.

John 14:15-21

The Assumption of Our Lady

"Finally the Immaculate Virgin, preserved free from all stain of original sin, when the course of her earthly life was finished, was taken up body and soul into heavenly glory."

from Munificentissimus Deus (1950):DS 3903

The Coronation of Our Lady

"We believe that the Holy Mother of God, the new Eve, Mother of the Church, continues in heaven to exercise her maternal role on behalf of the members of Christ."

from Solemn Profession of Faith: Credo of the People of God