The FIAT ROSARY is a shorter, alternative rosary to the classical fifteen-decade or Dominican rosary. It consists of 12 mysteries (3 mysteries each from the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful and Glorious Mysteries) that focus on Jesus and Mary’s “Yes” (“Fiat”) to the will of the Father. This rosary has been approved by the Church [Imprimatur of + Godfried Cardinal Danneels of Brussels, Belgium, December 8, 1984].
The FIAT Rosary
Prayer Video – The FIAT Rosary
Opening Prayer
Most Holy Spirit, help me to relive, in union with Mary, the joyful, luminous, sorrowful, and glorious mysteries of Jesus. Grant that I may be inspired by the Faith of my Baptism, nourished by the Eucharist, and renewed in the grace of Pentecost, so as to live, in word and deed, always and everywhere, as a faithful witness of Christ and of the love of His Divine Heart. Amen.
The Creed
I believe in God the Father, Maker of our world so wide
I believe in Jesus Christ, who for me was crucified.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, sent by God to be my guide.
I believe in the Catholic Church and all the saints in heaven too.
I know that God forgives my sins and helps me to begin anew.
Prayers of Thanksgiving & Petitions
I thank you Jesus for … [offer a prayer of thanksgiving to Jesus].
I ask you Jesus for … [offer a prayer of petition to Jesus].
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, holy is your name. Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Amen.
The Twelve Mysteries
† The Joyful Mysteries †
The Annunciation
Mary replied to the angel, “I am the servant of the Lord. Let it be done to me as you say.” (Luke 1:38)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Visitation
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting the baby moved within her. (Luke 1:41)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Nativity
The virgin shall be with child and give birth to a son and they shall call him Emmanuel, a name which means God is with us. (Matthew 1:23)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
† The Luminous Mysteries †
The Baptism of Jesus
When Jesus was baptized a voice from heaven said, “This is My Beloved Son in Whom I am well pleased.” (Luke 3:22)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Wedding at Cana
Mary said to the servants, “Do whatever He tells you.” Jesus then turned their water-filled jars into wine. (John 2:5-9)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Institution of the Eucharist
Jesus said, “I am the Bread of Life; whoever follows me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst.” (John 6:35)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
† The Sorrowful Mysteries †
The Agony of Jesus
Jesus prayed, “Father, if it is Your Will, take this cup from me. Yet not my will but Yours be done.” An angel then appeared to Him from heaven to strengthen Him. (Luke 22:42-43)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Carrying of the Cross
Jesus was led away. And carrying the cross by Himself went out to what is called the Place of the Skull. (John 19:16-17)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Crucifixion
Jesus uttered a loud cry and said, “Father, into Your hands I commend my spirit.” (Luke 23:46)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
† The Glorious Mysteries †
The Resurrection
On the first day of the week, Jesus rose from the dead. He first appeared to Mary Magdalene. She went to announce the Good News to His followers. (Mark 16:9-10)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Coming of the Holy Spirit
On the day of Pentecost all were filled with the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:1, 4)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Assumption
Mary was brought bodily into the glorious presence of God, “robed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars.” (Revelation 12:1)
Hail Mary, full of grace, … [Pray 3 times]Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Closing Prayers
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, and lead all souls to heaven, especially those who have most need of your mercy.
St. Joseph, guardian of the Holy Family, protect us.
St. Michael the Archangel, from the powers of evil, defend us.
All the angels and the saints, pray for us.
Prayer to Our Lady of the Fiat
O Mary, Our Lady of the Fiat, I place in the protection of your holy hands my going out, my coming in, my sleeping, my waking, the sight of my eyes, the touch of my hands, the speech from my lips, and the hearing of my ears, so that in everything I may be pleasing to you and your Beloved Son, Jesus. Amen.