Kevin's Journey of Hope

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DAY 1
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “The faith given to me in Baptism surely suggests to me that of yourself you will do nothing; but if you have God as the center of all your actions, then you will reach the goal.”
PRAY: Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, help us to keep you at the center of our actions, because only then can we reach our goal.
 
DAY 2
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “Our life has be a continual sacrifice. But this is not difficult, if one thinks what these few years passed in suffering are, compared with eternal happiness where joy will have no measure or end, and where we shall have unimaginable peace.”
PRAY:  Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, we offer our suffering and our sadness as a continual sacrifice towards eternal happiness.
 
DAY 3
Jesus says: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “With violence you sow hatred, and you harvest its bad fruits. With charity, you sow peace among men – not the peace that the world gives, but the true peace that only faith in Jesus Christ can give us in common brotherhood.”
PRAY: Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, grant us peace and patience as we navigate this journey.
 
DAY 4
Jesus says: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “What wealth it is to be in good health, as we are! But we have the duty of putting our health at the service of those who do not have it. To act otherwise would be to betray that gift of God.”
PRAY: Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio,  show us how to be of service towards others, especially those who do not have good health.
 
DAY 5
Jesus says: “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “St. Paul says that “the charity of Christ urges us.” Without this flame, which should burn out our personality little by little and blaze only for other people’s griefs, we would not be Christian, let alone Catholic.”
PRAY:. Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, help us to show mercy in words and deeds.
 
DAY 6
Jesus says: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “I beg you to pray for me a little, so that God may give me an iron will that does not bend and does not fail in His projects.”
PRAY: Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, please help us to be good examples so that we can build up God’s Kingdom.
 
DAY 7
Jesus says: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “I offer you my best wishes – or, rather, only one wish, but the only wish that a true friend can express for a dear friend: may the peace of the Lord be with you always! For, if you possess peace every day, you will be truly rich.”
PRAY: Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, may the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with us all.
 
DAY 8
Jesus says: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “To live without faith, without a patrimony to defend, without a steady struggle for truth – that is not living, but existing.”
PRAY:  Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, guide us to be courageous and stand up for Your truth.
 
DAY 9
Jesus says: “Blessed are you when they revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on My account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven.”
Pier Giorgio's words: “We who by the grace of God are Catholics must steel ourselves for the battle we shall certainly have to fight to fulfill our program and to give our country, in the not too distant future, happier days and a morally healthy society. But to achieve this we need constant prayer to obtain from God that grace without which all our powers are useless.”
PRAY:  Dear Lord, by the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio, grant us your grace to respect all life no matter how young and what condition.
 
 

1^st Decade – The Joyful Mysteries:
The Annunciation:
~ For nothing will be impossible with God.  Luke 1:37
~ I am a servant of the Lord. Let it be done to me according to
   Your word. Luke 1:38
The Visitation:
~ Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your
    womb. Luke 1:42
~ Why am I so favored that the mother of my Lord should come to
    me? Luke 1:43
The Nativity:
~ Today in the city of David a savior has been born for you. Luke 2:11
~ He is Christ and Lord. Luke 2:11
The Presentation in the Temple:
~ For my eyes have seen Your salvation. Luke 2:30
~ A light for revelation to the Gentiles and glory for Your people   
   Israel. Luke 2:32
Finding Jesus in the Temple:
~ Why were you searching for me? Luke 2:49
~ Did you not know that I must be in my Father’s house?
    Luke 2:49
 
            2^nd Decade – The Luminous Mysteries:
The Baptism in the Jordan:
~ [John] saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Behold the Lamb of
   God who takes away the sins of the world.”  John 1:29
~ A voice came from the heavens and said, “You are My beloved Son;
    with You I am well pleased.” Mark 1:11
The Wedding at Cana:
~ Jesus performed the first of his miraculous signs at Cana in Galilee.
   John: 2:11
~ [He] revealed his glory, and his disciples believed in Him.
   John 2:11                     
The Proclamation of the Kingdom:
~ This is the time of fulfillment. The Kingdom of God is at hand;  
    Mark 1:15
~ Repent and believe in the gospel. Mark 1:15
The Transfiguration:
~ His face shone like the sun and His clothes became  white as
    light.  Matthew 17:2
~ This is My beloved Son with whom I am well pleased, listen to
    Him.  Matthew 17:5
The Institution of the Eucharist:
~ While they were eating, Jesus took bread, said the blessing,
    broke it, and giving it to His disciples said; "take and eat; for
    this is My body."  Matthew 26:26
~ Then He took the cup, gave thanks and gave it to them saying,  
   "Drink from it, all of you. For this is My blood of the covenant,  
    which will be shed on behalf of many for the forgiveness of  
    sins."  Matthew 26:27-28

            3^rd Decade – The Sorrowful Mysteries:
The Agony in the Garden:
~ Father, if You are willing take this cup from Me; Luke 22:42
~ But not my will, but Your will be done. Luke 22:42
The Scourging at the Pillar:
~ Pilate, wishing to satisfy the crowd, released Barabbas to them;
   Mark 15:15
~ He had Jesus scourged, [and] handed Him over to be crucified.
   Mark 15:15
 
The Crowning with Thorns:
~ They stripped Him of his clothes and wrapped him in a
   scarlet cloak. Matthew 27:28
~ Weaving a crown out of thorns they placed it on His head …
   And they mocked Him saying, "Hail king of the Jews."
   Matthew 27:29
The Carrying of the Cross:
~ They pressed a passer-by, Simon, a Cyrenian, to
    carry His cross.  Mark 15:21
~ They brought Him to the place [called] Golgotha …
    Then they crucified him. Mark 15:22-24
The Crucifixion:
~ My God, My God why have You forsaken Me? Mark 15:34
~ Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Father into Your hands
    I commend My spirit.” Luke 23:46
 
4^th Decade – The Glorious Mysteries:
The Resurrection:
~ Do not be afraid, I know you are seeking Jesus the crucified;
    Matthew 28:5
~ He is not here, He has risen. Matthew 28:6
The Ascension:
~ Then [Jesus] led them as far as Bethany, raised His hands
    and blessed them; Luke 24:50
~ As He blessed them He parted from them and was taken up to
    heaven. Luke 24:51
The Descent of the Holy Spirit:
~ Tongues of fire appeared which parted and came to rest on
    each of them; Acts 2:3
~ All were filled with the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:4
The Assumption:
~ Blessed are you my daughter, by God most high, above all
    woman on earth. Judith 13:18
The Coronation of Mary:
~ A great sign appeared in the sky;
~ A woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet;
~ And on her head a crown of 12 stars. Revelation 12:1
 
5th Decade – The Life, Death and Resurrection
of Jesus Christ:
 
~ Let it be done to me according to your word. Luke 1:38
~ A Savior has been born for you, He is Christ and Lord
    Luke 2:11
~ Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the
    world. John 1:29
~ This is my beloved Son with whom I am well pleased, listen to
    Him. Matthew 17:5
~ Take and eat; for this is My body. Matthew 26:26
~ Father, if You are willing take this cup from me, but not my will,
   but Your will be done. Luke 22:42
~ Father into Your hands I commend My spirit. Luke 23:46
~ He has risen. Matthew 28:5-6
~ All were filled with the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:3-4
~ Go therefore and make disciples of all nations
. Chapter 28:19