- Rosary
- pray the rosary
- BA Glorious
Blue Army Glorious Rosary
Blue Army Glorious Rosary
The Victory of Christ
Blue Army Glorious Rosary Shrine, located within the Rosary Garden at the Blue Army Shrine in New Jersey. Here we joyfully meditate on the Glorious Mysteries, celebrating Christ’s Resurrection and the triumph of Mary’s faith.
Take a moment of silence to bring your own personal intentions to the Lord...
The Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Resurrection
Virtue: FaithWhen the stone was rolled away, everything changed. Faith anchors our trust in God's word. Let's try to use our speech to bring a little of that "Easter light" to those we talk to today.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Ascension
Virtue: HopeJesus went ahead to show us where we are eventually going. Hope isn't just wishful thinking; it’s the quiet confidence that our current struggles aren't the end of the story.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Descent of the Holy Spirit
Virtue: Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit is like an internal compass. When we’re not sure how to handle a situation, we can just take a second to ask for that "fire" to be brighter, kinder, or braver than we feel.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Assumption
Virtue: Union with ChristMary’s life was completely woven into Jesus’ life. Whether we're working, driving, or resting, we try to stay connected to Him just like Mary did.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Coronation
Virtue: Confidence in MaryKnowing we have a Mother who is also a Queen means we have someone in our corner. When life feels chaotic, we can trust her to help us navigate it all.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
Closing Glorious Prayers
Hail Holy Queen
Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope.
To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn, then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Prayer After the Rosary
O God, whose only-begotten Son, by His life, death and resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal life; grant, we beseech Thee, that by meditating upon these mysteries of the most holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.
V. May the divine assistance remain always with us. R. Amen.
V. And may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. R. Amen.
Bringing the Medjugorje Experience Home to NJ
While my heart was deeply moved by the medjugorje luminous rosary in Bosnia, I realized that the spirit of pilgrimage doesn't have to end when the plane lands. Being a New Jersey resident, I discovered a hidden gem right in our own backyard: the National Blue Army Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima in Washington, NJ. Standing in their expansive Rosary Garden, I felt that same profound "Mir" (peace) that I experienced on Apparition Hill.
The Rosary Walk: Joyful, Sorrowful, and Glorious
At the Blue Army Shrine, the Rosary Garden is designed as a circular walk that allows you to meditate on the Joyful, Sorrowful, and Glorious mysteries in a natural, park-like setting. When I walk through the Joyful Mysteries there, the lush NJ greenery reminds me of the new life and hope found in the Annunciation. It’s a place where you can truly "unplug" from the North Jersey hustle and just be present with the Gospa.
The Sorrowful Mysteries at the shrine hit differently when you are walking outdoors. Much like the rugged climb up Cross Mountain, the physical act of walking from station to station helps me internalize the weight of the Passion. It makes the medjugorje luminous rosary feel like a natural bridge—connecting the ministry of Jesus to His ultimate sacrifice. I found that praying the Sorrowful mysteries at the NJ shrine helped me prepare my heart for the deep silence of the Eucharist back in Medjugorje.
Finally, the Glorious Mysteries at the Blue Army Shrine offer a sense of victory. Seeing the statue of Our Lady of Fatima at the end of the walk reminds me that her messages in Portugal and Bosnia are one and the same: a call to prayer, penance, and peace. Whether you are praying the medjugorje luminous rosary for a personal intention or seeking the intercession of Our Lady of Fatima for the world, these gardens serve as a physical reminder that we are never alone on our journey.
Tips for Your NJ Pilgrimage
If you decide to visit the Blue Army Shrine, I recommend going on a weekday morning when it is most quiet. Just like the medjugorje luminous rosary garden, the NJ shrine is a place where "less is more." You don't need a lot of books or guides—just your beads and a heart ready to listen. They have a beautiful chapel and often hold outdoor masses during the warmer months, which really brings that "village" feel of Medjugorje to the hills of Warren County. This connection between my home state and my favorite pilgrimage site has made my daily prayer life so much richer.
By connecting these two sacred spaces, we see that the medjugorje luminous rosary is part of a much larger tapestry of faith. From the stone paths of Bosnia to the garden walks of New Jersey, the Light of Christ is always there, waiting for us to notice it. I hope this guide helps you find your own local "garden of peace" as you continue your journey through the mysteries of the Rosary.
