- Rosary
- pray the rosary
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Blue Army Joyful Rosary
Blue Army Joyful Rosary
The Joyful Mysteries
Blue Army Joyful Rosary Shrine, located within the Rosary Garden at the Blue Army Shrine in New Jersey. Here, on a day traditionally dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, we meditate on the Joyful Mysteries with a spirit of gratitude and peace.
Offer this Rosary for personal renewal, peace in your heart, and the grace to follow Mary's example.
The Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Annunciation
Virtue: HumilityIn the quiet of Nazareth, Mary gave her total "Yes" to God's plan. This Saturday, we ask for the grace of humility—the strength to set aside our own anxieties and trust in His divine timing, just as Mary did when the angel appeared.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Visitation
Virtue: CharityMary’s love for Elizabeth reminds us that faith is lived through action. We pray for a spirit of selflessness today, that we may bring the comfort and light of Christ to others, especially those in our own families and communities.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Nativity
Virtue: DetachmentThe birth of Jesus in a humble stable teaches us that God’s greatest gifts are often found in the most modest places. We pray for a heart detached from worldly clutter, clearing a space for the Prince of Peace to truly dwell within us.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
The Presentation
Virtue: Purity of HeartMary and Joseph presented Jesus to the Father with pure and devoted hearts. We pray for the grace to live with an uncluttered soul, asking God to help us offer our daily lives back to Him as a holy and pleasing sacrifice.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
Finding Jesus
Virtue: ObedienceJesus remained in His Father's house, teaching us that seeking God is our primary purpose. We pray for the grace of obedience, that we may prioritize God's calling above our own agendas.
1 Our Father • 10 Hail Marys • 1 Glory Be
Closing Joyful 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.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 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.
