“Meditation/Reflection on the seven sorrows of Mary”
Introduction:
Make a sign of the cross... In The Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Amen.
O’God come to my assistance...
Oh Lord, make haste to help me.
Pray: Glory be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, as it was the beginning of, is now and ever shall be world without end, Amen.
Good and gracious God, open our hearts to find you in the sorrows of our hearts and in the pain of our world. As we make this prayer to you, we invite Mary, our mother and yours to walk alongside us. May her faithful witness to your own suffering and death inspire and console us.
Song: Lord Prepare Me To Be A Sanctuary
Oh Lord, make haste to help me.
Pray: Glory be to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, as it was the beginning of, is now and ever shall be world without end, Amen.
Good and gracious God, open our hearts to find you in the sorrows of our hearts and in the pain of our world. As we make this prayer to you, we invite Mary, our mother and yours to walk alongside us. May her faithful witness to your own suffering and death inspire and console us.
Song: Lord Prepare Me To Be A Sanctuary
The 1st sorrow: The prophecy of Simeon and Anna.
When Mary and Joseph presented the child Jesus to the Temple, Simeon blessed them and said, “This child will be the rise and fall of many in Israel. And he told Mary that her heart will be pierced like a two-edge sword, so the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.” Mary didn’t understand this but she just keeps it in her heart.
We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced by the prophecy of holy Simeon and Anna. Comfort us in our times of uncertainty and fear of the unknown. Give us tender hearts for those who live with deep anxiety and insecurity about their future.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: Hosea, Come Back To Me
The 2nd sorrow: The Flight to Egypt
When the angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, “Rise, take the child and his mother, flee to Egypt, and stay there until I tell you. Herod is going to search for the child and destroy him. “Joseph rose and told Mary about what the angel instructed him to do. So immediately they wrapped the baby Jesus and took the child and his mother in a cold dark night and parted for Egypt. When Herod realized that he had been deceived by the magi, he became furious. He ordered the massacre of all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity, two years old and under. (Matthew 2:13-14-16)…
We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced by the sudden departure from your homeland to a foreign country. Comfort us when we meet unexpected challenges that draw us away from our complacency. Give us tender hearts for all the migrants and refugees in our world who flee their homes because of violence, persecution and insecurity…
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: Here I Am Lord
The boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem, but his parents did not know it. Thinking that he was in the caravan, they journeyed for a day and looked for him among their relatives and acquaintances, but not finding him. They returned to Jerusalem to look for him. After three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers of the law and priests, listening to them and asking them questions and all who heard him were astounded at his understanding and his answers. When his parents saw him, they were astonished, and his mother said to him, “Son, why did you do this to us? Your father and I have been looking for you with great anxiety.” And he said to them,
“Why were you looking for me? Did you not know that I must be in my Father’s House?” But they did not understand what he said to them. (Luke 2:43-50)
We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful!
(Pause and reflect) Your heart was pierced by losing your beloved son for three days. Comfort us when we feel lost and vulnerable. Give us tender hearts for all families who are separated from one another either by circumstances or by injustice.
Songs: Strong and Faithful is our God
With loud shouts, however, they persisted in calling for his crucifixion, and their voices prevailed. The verdict of Pilate was that their demand should be granted. So, he released the man who had been imprisoned for rebellion and murder, for whom they asked. And he handed Jesus over to them to deal with as they wished. As He carried the cross on his way to Calvary, Jesus fell three times, Simon, a Cyrenian who was coming in from the country help Him carry the cross. A large crowd followed Jesus including many women who mourned and lamented him. Mary wanted to come closer to Him to comfort and console his son but the soldiers didn’t allow her. So, they just look at each other’s eyes and comfort each other with love and compassion. (Luke 23:23-27)
We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced by watching your son Jesus unjustly condemned and forced to carry his own cross to his death. Comfort us when we feel unfairly judged and humiliated. Give us tender hearts for all those who are unjustly condemned, discriminated against and killed in our world today.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: The Old Rugged Cross
Song: God Alone
The 5th Sorrow: The Crucifixion and death of Jesus -
When Jesus was hanging on the cross for hours under the heat of the sun, standing by the cross were his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved, He said to his mother, “Woman, behold your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his home.
And as Jesus looked around for his disciples and friends he said, “I thirst” thirsty of his disciples and friends who were hiding because of fear to be persecuted/captured and put to death. Then one of the soldiers took a sponge soak it with a cheap wine and give it to him, and he drank it. And He said, “It is finished.” Then He looked up to the heavens and said, “Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing,” he further said, “Father into thy hands I commend my spirit.” Then he bows down his head and died… And one of the most heartless soldiers however, plunged his spear into Jesus side, and at once blood and water poured out… (John 19:25-30)
(A brief silence is observed) ….
Song: Where you there when they crucify my Lord
Song: I love you Lord
The 6th sorrow: “Jesus is Laid in Mary’s Arms”
The soldiers and some of the disciples removed the body of Jesus from the cross and gave it to Mary. Her heart was broken, with tears in her eyes grieving, anguished and welcome her son with open arms. (John 19:40)
We grieve with you, O' Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced when you held your beloved son’s lifeless body in your arms. His body was disfigured, broken, his face was covered with blood, sweat and dirt and you wiped it with your tears and kissed him and embraced him full of love and affection. Comfort us O' Mary, when we feel defeated. Give us tender hearts for all parents who watch helplessly as their children die in their arms… the victims of war and the abuse.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: Lord I’m Sorry
Song: Jesus What A Wonder You Are
Additional prayers (optional)
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, we love you save souls”
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I gave you my heart and my soul”
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Assist me in my last agony”
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, may I breathe my soul in peace with Thee”
Final Song and Mediation Jesus Remember Me...
“Why were you looking for me? Did you not know that I must be in my Father’s House?” But they did not understand what he said to them. (Luke 2:43-50)
We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful!
(Pause and reflect) Your heart was pierced by losing your beloved son for three days. Comfort us when we feel lost and vulnerable. Give us tender hearts for all families who are separated from one another either by circumstances or by injustice.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Songs: Strong and Faithful is our God
Song: Yahweh, You are Near
The 4th sorrow: The condemnation - (Jesus and Mary meet on the way to Calvary)
With loud shouts, however, they persisted in calling for his crucifixion, and their voices prevailed. The verdict of Pilate was that their demand should be granted. So, he released the man who had been imprisoned for rebellion and murder, for whom they asked. And he handed Jesus over to them to deal with as they wished. As He carried the cross on his way to Calvary, Jesus fell three times, Simon, a Cyrenian who was coming in from the country help Him carry the cross. A large crowd followed Jesus including many women who mourned and lamented him. Mary wanted to come closer to Him to comfort and console his son but the soldiers didn’t allow her. So, they just look at each other’s eyes and comfort each other with love and compassion. (Luke 23:23-27)
We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced by watching your son Jesus unjustly condemned and forced to carry his own cross to his death. Comfort us when we feel unfairly judged and humiliated. Give us tender hearts for all those who are unjustly condemned, discriminated against and killed in our world today.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: The Old Rugged Cross
Song: God Alone
The 5th Sorrow: The Crucifixion and death of Jesus -
When Jesus was hanging on the cross for hours under the heat of the sun, standing by the cross were his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary of Magdala. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved, He said to his mother, “Woman, behold your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his home.
And as Jesus looked around for his disciples and friends he said, “I thirst” thirsty of his disciples and friends who were hiding because of fear to be persecuted/captured and put to death. Then one of the soldiers took a sponge soak it with a cheap wine and give it to him, and he drank it. And He said, “It is finished.” Then He looked up to the heavens and said, “Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing,” he further said, “Father into thy hands I commend my spirit.” Then he bows down his head and died… And one of the most heartless soldiers however, plunged his spear into Jesus side, and at once blood and water poured out… (John 19:25-30)
(A brief silence is observed) ….
Pray: We adore you O’Christ and we praise, because of the holy cross you have redeemed the world… We grieve with you, O Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect) Your heart was pierced when you stood at the foot of his cross and watched him declare “It is finished “…. Comfort us when we face the death of those we love. Give us tender hearts for all those who die due to persecution, abuse, neglect, and lack of resources.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
(Pause and reflect) Your heart was pierced when you stood at the foot of his cross and watched him declare “It is finished “…. Comfort us when we face the death of those we love. Give us tender hearts for all those who die due to persecution, abuse, neglect, and lack of resources.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: Where you there when they crucify my Lord
Song: I love you Lord
The soldiers and some of the disciples removed the body of Jesus from the cross and gave it to Mary. Her heart was broken, with tears in her eyes grieving, anguished and welcome her son with open arms. (John 19:40)
We grieve with you, O' Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced when you held your beloved son’s lifeless body in your arms. His body was disfigured, broken, his face was covered with blood, sweat and dirt and you wiped it with your tears and kissed him and embraced him full of love and affection. Comfort us O' Mary, when we feel defeated. Give us tender hearts for all parents who watch helplessly as their children die in their arms… the victims of war and the abuse.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Song: Lord I’m Sorry
Song: Jesus What A Wonder You Are
The 7th Sorrow: The burial of Jesus…
Joseph of Arimathea, help clean the body of Jesus, put a hundred pounds of a mixture of aloe and myrrh, wrapped him in a white burial cloth, and asked Pilate if he could take the body of Jesus and put him in the garden a new tomb.
(John 19:41-42)
We grieve with you, O' Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced when you watched them put your son in the tomb. You said the last goodbye and not knowing when to see him again… Comfort us when we feel helpless and afraid. Give us tender hearts to respond with kindness, and generosity to the suffering around us.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament (Taize)
Songs: All to Jesus I surrender
Jesus we enthrone You
Jesus remember me
Hiram sa Dios
Let us pray…
Hear our prayers, O' Merciful God, through the intercession of our Blessed Mother. Through this meditation, may we find comfort and strength in our own sorrows, and knowing that our faith calls us to care for one another, may this prayer give us compassion for all our love ones, family, friends, our neighbors, our community and the whole world. And at the hour of death, may Mother Mary draw close to us, bringing us to rest in eternity with You… Amen!
Thanksgiving, Pray “The Holy Rosary” - The Five Sorrowful Mystery
Joseph of Arimathea, help clean the body of Jesus, put a hundred pounds of a mixture of aloe and myrrh, wrapped him in a white burial cloth, and asked Pilate if he could take the body of Jesus and put him in the garden a new tomb.
(John 19:41-42)
We grieve with you, O' Mary most sorrowful.
(Pause and reflect)
Your heart was pierced when you watched them put your son in the tomb. You said the last goodbye and not knowing when to see him again… Comfort us when we feel helpless and afraid. Give us tender hearts to respond with kindness, and generosity to the suffering around us.
Pray: Hail Mary full of Grace the Lord is with you. Blessed are you amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary Mother of God pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament (Taize)
Songs: All to Jesus I surrender
Jesus we enthrone You
Jesus remember me
Hiram sa Dios
Let us pray…
Hear our prayers, O' Merciful God, through the intercession of our Blessed Mother. Through this meditation, may we find comfort and strength in our own sorrows, and knowing that our faith calls us to care for one another, may this prayer give us compassion for all our love ones, family, friends, our neighbors, our community and the whole world. And at the hour of death, may Mother Mary draw close to us, bringing us to rest in eternity with You… Amen!
Thanksgiving, Pray “The Holy Rosary” - The Five Sorrowful Mystery
Song: “Immaculate Mother”
Pray: The Chaplet of the Divine Mercy
Pray: The Chaplet of the Divine Mercy
Additional prayers (optional)
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, we love you save souls”
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I gave you my heart and my soul”
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Assist me in my last agony”
“Jesus, Mary and Joseph, may I breathe my soul in peace with Thee”
Final Song and Mediation Jesus Remember Me...
Sign of the Cross:
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and the Holy Spirit… A M E N !
Thank you everyone and God bless us all! Happy Easter! 🐣
Sister Michael and Paige St. James
Thank you everyone and God bless us all! Happy Easter! 🐣
Sister Michael and Paige St. James
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