8/3/2017 0 Comments Praying With IntentionI like to create a special intention for each decade as I pray a rosary. I find it helps with my focus during the prayers and enhances my reflection on each mystery. Some mysteries lend themselves very well to a clear ‘lesson’ and hence intention, while others are more difficult for me. My personal favorite set of mysteries are the Joyful Mysteries. This is not because I am an especially Joyful Person (working on it), but in my current station of life, as a wife and mother to a young one, I find them especially relatable. The First Mystery, The Annunciation: I pray for all women suffering from infertility… longing month after month for that second line on the pregnancy test. I pray for women who are experiencing an unplanned or ‘surprise’ pregnancy. That they can find peace and joy as their baby grows inside them. I also pray for NAPRO doctors and that NAPRO becomes widely recognized in the medical world. The Second Mystery, The Visitation: I pray for moms who are in that ‘waiting period’ of their pregnancy. Those for whom labor may start at any time. For peace and patience while waiting and a joyful and empowering birth experience. I also pray for women who are in those early days postpartum, especially those facing Postpartum Depression or Anxiety. May they experience the comfort of Mary’s presence through the company of friends and family. The Third Mystery, The Nativity: For all newborn babies, especially those in the NICU. For their families and the medical staff who provide care for them. And again, I like to pray for all those who ache for motherhood and feel pain and sadness when they see a baby. That their desire for a little miracle will be fulfilled. The Fourth Mystery, The Presentation: I like to pray for vocations. And for parents to encourage their children in a true discernment of their calling. And for an opening of their hearts especially if the call is to the religious life. Our children are gifts from God and they are his first. I pray for the humility to remember this always, no matter what. The Fifth Mystery, The Finding of Jesus in the Temple: This mystery is a little tricky for me, but upon further reflection, I decided this mystery should be offered for all parents who feel like they are ‘failing’ at parenthood. It might sound silly, but I find comfort in the fact that two saints messed up and lost their 12 year old for THREE DAYS. I also like to pray for children who are homeless, whether physically or spiritually. That they may find love and care and safety… Do you have special intentions for the Mysteries of the Rosary? Would you be willing to share them with me?
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