Saint Mary Magdalene

Feast

Mary Magdalene stood by the Cross and was the first witness of the Resurrection, sent to tell the Apostles — the “apostle to the apostles.”

Readings of the day

Glorious Mysteries

Second Mystery: The Ascension

“When he had said these things, as they were looking, he was taken up, and a cloud received him out of their sight.”Acts 1:9

Forty days after His Resurrection, Jesus promises the Holy Spirit to His apostles and ascends into heaven, where He is seated at the right hand of the Father.

Fruit of the mystery: Hope

A prayer with Saint Mary Magdalene

Lord God, you are glorified in your saints. By the prayers of Saint Mary Magdalene, help me to follow Christ faithfully today. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace…

A short prayer composed for Rosary Cards

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This day’s five mysteries (Glorious Mysteries)

The Resurrection
The Ascension
The Descent of the Holy Spirit
The Assumption of Mary
The Coronation of Mary

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The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin MarySat, Aug 22 · Memorial

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