OCTOBER DEVOTION: UNDERSTANDING THE MARIAN TITLES IN THE LITANY OF LORETO (PART 2) – DAY 19: “QUEEN OF PEACE” (REGINA PACIS)

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DAY 19 PRAYER INTENTION: Today, pray for peace in the world, in areas of violence, turbulence, and war; and also for all those in need of inner peace and tranquillity. May they be visited by Our Lady Queen of Peace, and may she obtain for them and our world that peace which the world cannot give, to the greater glory of God. Amen (Also add your own intention…)

Now, say the 20 decades of the Rosary…

At the end of the 20 decades, say the following 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 us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!
Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us pray

O God, whose only begotten Son, by His life, death, and resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal salvation. Grant, we beseech Thee, that while meditating on these mysteries of the most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us! Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us! St. Joseph, pray for us!

Litany of Loreto

Lord have mercy.
Christ have mercy.
Lord have mercy.
Christ hear us.
Christ graciously hear us.

God, the Father of heaven,
have mercy on us (Repeat after each invocation)

God the Son, Redeemer of the world,
God the Holy Spirit,
Holy Trinity, one God,

Holy Mary,
pray for us (Repeat after each invocation)
Holy Mother of God,
Holy Virgin of virgins,
Mother of Christ,
Mother of the Church,
Mother of Mercy,
Mother of divine grace,
Mother of Hope,
Mother most pure,
Mother most chaste,
Mother inviolate,
Mother undefiled,
Mother most amiable,
Mother most admirable,
Mother of good counsel,
Mother of our Creator,
Mother of our Saviour,
Virgin most prudent,
Virgin most venerable,
Virgin most renowned,
Virgin most powerful,
Virgin most merciful,
Virgin most faithful,
Mirror of justice,
Seat of wisdom,
Cause of our joy,
Spiritual vessel,
Vessel of honour,
Singular vessel of devotion,
Mystical rose,
Tower of David,
Tower of ivory,
House of gold,
Ark of the covenant,
Gate of heaven,
Morning star,
Health of the sick,
Refuge of sinners,
Solace of Migrants,
Comfort of the afflicted,
Help of Christians,
Queen of Angels,
Queen of Patriarchs,
Queen of Prophets,
Queen of Apostles,
Queen of Martyrs,
Queen of Confessors,
Queen of Virgins,
Queen of all Saints,
Queen conceived without original sin,
Queen assumed into heaven,
Queen of the most Holy Rosary,
Queen of families,
Queen of peace.

Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world,
spare us, O Lord.

Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world,
graciously hear us, O Lord.

Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world,
have mercy on us.

Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us pray
Grant, we beseech thee, O Lord God, that we, your servants, may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body;
and by the glorious intercession of the Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, may be delivered from present sorrow, and obtain eternal joy. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.

Prayer to Saint Joseph after the Rosary

To you, O Blessed Joseph, we come in our trials, and having asked the help of your most holy spouse, we confidently ask your patronage also. Through that sacred bond of charity which united you to the Immaculate Virgin Mother of God and through the fatherly love with which you embraced the Child Jesus, we humbly beg you to look graciously upon the beloved inheritance which Jesus Christ purchased by his blood, and to aid us in our necessities with your power and strength.

O most provident guardian of the Holy Family, defend the chosen children of Jesus Christ. Most beloved father, dispel the evil of falsehood and sin. Our most mighty protector, graciously assist us from heaven in our struggle with the powers of darkness. And just as you once saved the Child Jesus from mortal danger, so now defend God’s Holy Church from the snares of her enemies and from all adversity. Shield each one of us by your constant protection, so that, supported by your example and your help, we may be able to live a virtuous life, die a holy death, and obtain eternal happiness in heaven. Amen.

Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

 

DAY 19 REFLECTION: “QUEEN OF PEACE” (REGINA PACIS)

The twelfth of the original twelve invocations of our Lady as “Queen” in her Litany praises her as “Queen of Peace” (Latin, Regina Pacis). Apparently, this title could not be otherwise, since the Blessed Virgin Mary is the Mother of the “Prince of Peace.” Therefore, today being the nineteenth day of our October Devotion, we shall briefly examine the importance of this Marian title and its significance to us, and in particular, to Nigeria at the time of the #EndSARS protest in the country, year 2020.

It is important to note that Our Lady is the Queen of Peace not only in view of the absence of war but in the positive values ​​of the biblical shalom, of peace that is born out of fraternity, of justice, of solidarity, etc. – a full and substantial peace. The Prophet Isaiah describes the kingdom of SHALOM (Is 65: 17-23), and in Psalm 72:7, we read of a prophecy of the Kingdom of Christ, declaring that “In his days, justice shall flourish and peace till the moon fails.” Shalom is the joy of living the fruits of love, the serenity that comes from mutual trust, justice and fairness. Therefore, peace can be understood as a Messianic asset. Being a queen in this Messianic kingdom, the Blessed Virgin Mary must be the “Queen of Peace,” for in her capacity, she continually intercedes for her people in order to ensure the reign of peace (a fruit of the Holy Spirit) even in the midst of challenges and difficulties, right from the inception of the Church at Pentecost. As a matter of fact, the Blessed Virgin Mary experienced in her own flesh the violence that sin causes in the world – the sword that pierced her soul (cf. Lk 2:34-35). This sword touched the depth of Mary’s soul the moment she saw her son on the cross. It is not difficult to imagine her pain at the moment when she witnessed her Son’s sufferings and death; but what would have been her reaction? Despair? Certainly not! It was a painful serenity—SHALOM! Michelangelo, the Italian Renaissance artist, was able to represent this attitude in the classic Pieta image. What draws the attention of those who observe this sculpture, preserved in the Vatican, is that the face has nothing to do with a woman of forty-five years. She looks more like a 16-year-old. This contrasted with the genre of the time, which used to portray the pain of Jesus and Mary in very strong and expressive colours of cruelty. Michelangelo showed with his art that, even in the greatest pain, Maria remained hopeful and serene – “Queen of Peace.”

It becomes pertinent to understand that by invoking the Blessed Virgin Mary as “Regina Pacis” (Queen of Peace) we receive the Peace that our first parents lost at the beginning of creation because of sin. Saint Irenaeus is known to have said that the knot of Eve’s disobedience was undone by Mary’s obedience. If the wages of sin was pain, violence and death, through Mary’s “Yes,” salvation and peace have come to us through our Lord Jesus Christ.

We live in a very violent world today. Safety is one of the greatest desires of our families. Every child knows very well where to find a safe haven: on his mother’s lap. When we invoke Mary as “Queen of Peace,” we actually ask for her lap, intercession and example. The one who lived through the drama of her Son’s death without losing peace will teach us the way to guarantee peace between husband and wife, between young and old, peace in the streets and squares, peace in the cities and in the fields. Sadly, in 2020, across the streets of the Nigerian states, there was a clamour (peaceful protest) to put an end to “SARS” (Special Anti-Robbery Squad), a unit of the Nigerian Police originally intended to establish peace in the country by securing the lives and properties of the citizens, it turned out that these very SARS personnel have been distorting the peace of many innocent Nigerians, some killed, other brutalized, many abused, harassed, and intimidated, etc. , hence, the peaceful protest. I dare to say that difficult moments like this demand a full recourse to the intercession of our Lady, Queen of Peace to get rid of every form of corruption, bad governance, failure of the political leaders, economic instability, etc., of Nigeria. It is high time to move from chaos, anarchy and doom to experiencing peace, the peace which the world cannot give – the peace coming from our risen Saviour through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Therefore, my dear friends in Christ, arise and pray the rosary that the results of the peaceful protest held in 2020 may yield good fruits of future peace and serenity in Nigeria, and the world at large

Above all, may the Queen of Peace, (that peace that only Christ can give  – the certainty of being in love, the tranquillity of conscience, the conviction that we are fighting for the common good) grant peace in our homes/families; may peace reign in our walls, palaces, towns and villages,  cities, states, country, and above all, in our world, through the daily recitation of the Holy Rosary by invoking the Queen of Peace.

Let Us Pray:

Lord, our God, through the fiat of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Prince of Peace came into the history of the human race. Grant that through her intercession, peace may be once again restored in our hearts and souls, families, communities, countries, and the world at large. Amen.

 

Oh “Queen of Peace” (Regina Pacis), pray for us that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen

Blessing
Through the intercession of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, may Almighty God bless + you, the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

 

👏🏼👏🏼 Great job reflecting on Day 19! Click here for Day 20 – “Queen of the Family” 👏🏼👏🏼

Shalom!
© Fr. Chinaka Justin Mbaeri, OSJ
Paroquia Nossa Senhora de Fatima, Vila Sabrina, São Paulo, Brazil
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Nnekapurour
Nnekapurour
2 years ago

Queen of all peace pray for us Amen

Jenny Nwatu
Jenny Nwatu
2 years ago

O Mary queen of Peace ,pray for us

Michael Umande
Michael Umande
2 years ago

“Even in the midst of greatest pain, Mary remain serene and hopeful”
O Queen of Peace, pray for us. Amen

Adaeze
Adaeze
1 year ago

Amen

Ifeyinwa Adegbulugbe
Ifeyinwa Adegbulugbe
11 months ago

Oh “Queen of Peace”, pray for our world that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen

Hwange Francisca
Hwange Francisca
11 months ago

Praying for peace to be restored in Nigeria, Our lady queen of peace. Pray for us that we maybe made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen

Miriam Akaakase
Miriam Akaakase
11 months ago

Oh “Queen of Peace” pray for us that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen

Elizabeth Anthony Ogbekile
Elizabeth Anthony Ogbekile
11 months ago

O Lady Mary Queen of peace, Pray for us

Emeka Alu
Emeka Alu
11 months ago

Lord, our God, through the fiat of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Prince of Peace came into the history of the human race. Grant that through her intercession, peace may be once again restored in our hearts and souls, families, communities, countries, and the world at large. Amen.

Aromashodu Bisi
Aromashodu Bisi
11 months ago

May lady queen of peace pray for us . Amen

Henry
Henry
11 months ago

Queen of Peace… pray for us that

Felix Aondoakua ABUL
Felix Aondoakua ABUL
11 months ago

Our Lady Queen of Peace, pray for us

Victoria Agbonyeme
Victoria Agbonyeme
11 months ago

Queen of peace, pray for us. AMEN.

Mike-kusah, Vickie
Mike-kusah, Vickie
11 months ago

Through the intercession of our Mother Mary, may we experience inner peace in our hearts and homes in Jesus name.

Thank for your continuous explanation Fada.

Dora Faleye
Dora Faleye
11 months ago

Mary Queen of Peace.. pray for us

Sule Adanu
Sule Adanu
11 months ago

Amen

Lina Omagbitse
Lina Omagbitse
11 months ago

Oh mother Mary queen of peace pray for us, amen

Tee Terver Norbert
Tee Terver Norbert
11 months ago

Mary Queen of Peace, Pray for peace in our Homes, States, Nation, and the World. AMEN

Cynthia
Cynthia
11 months ago

Our Lady Queen of Peace pray for us.Amen.Bring peace to our country Nigeria and the whole world.

AONDO Elizabeth
AONDO Elizabeth
11 months ago

Our Lady Queen of Peace, Pray for Us. Amen

Nwosu Christiana
Nwosu Christiana
11 months ago

Praying for peace in the world, in areas of violence, turbulence, and war; and also for all those in need of inner peace and tranquillity. May they be visited by Our Lady Queen of Peace, and may she obtain for them and our world that peace which the world cannot give, to the greater glory of God. Amen!

Adeyanju Adenike Regina
Adeyanju Adenike Regina
11 months ago

Lord, our God, through the fiat of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Prince of Peace came into the history of the human race. Grant that through her intercession, peace may be once again restored in our hearts and souls, families, communities, countries, and the world at large. Amen.

Mrs. Olachi Peters
Mrs. Olachi Peters
11 months ago

Father Lord receive our prayers and grant all our petitions through Christ our Lord Amen.

Monica
Monica
11 months ago

Ameeeeeeeeeeeen

Roselyn Demawa
Roselyn Demawa
11 months ago

Queen of Peace, pray for us so that we may be worthy of the promises of Christ

Umenwanne Perpetua
Umenwanne Perpetua
11 months ago

Our Lady Queen of peace pray for us who have recourse to thee

Chris Onyegbule
Chris Onyegbule
11 months ago

Our Lady Queen of Peace we ask you to intercede for us to God and restore peace in Eastern States of Nigeria that PEACE which has become a luxury in Igbo land may be restored. Our Mother Queen of Peace touch the hearts of those causing violence and troubles and killings may they realize their mistakes and stop forthwith, Lord Jesus Christ May You restore peace in our homes and our lives and may You continue to bless us, answer our prayers and grant our heart desires through Christ Our Lord and for the greater glory of your Name Amen… Read more »

Chris Onyegbule
Chris Onyegbule
11 months ago

#31 Chinonso Christian Onyegbule 20 Decades of Rosary said to the greater glory of God Amen.

Agatha
Agatha
11 months ago

Oh Mary queen of peace, pray for us. Amen

Lawrence Okonofua
Lawrence Okonofua
11 months ago

To your maternal intercession we entrust ourselves and our family and all whom it has pleased God to put on our Salfivic journey of life.
Touch the hearts of Leaders at all levels of human endeavour that they may see the futility and vanity of violence.

Tessy Osi
Tessy Osi
11 months ago

Queen of peace, pray for us amen

Uba Susanna Chiebone
Uba Susanna Chiebone
11 months ago

Our Lord and Our God, May the peace that flows through you to our Mother Mary entered our heart, families countries of the world more especially Nigerians so as to enjoy the peace that flows from her intercession to dwell among us. Amen. Queen of peace, Pray for us.

Nancy
Nancy
11 months ago

Lord, our God, through the fiat of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Prince of Peace came into the history of the human race. Grant that through her intercession, peace may be once again restored in our hearts and souls, families, communities, countries, and the world at large. Amen.

Nancy
Nancy
11 months ago

O Mary, Queen of peace, pray for us.

Miriam Chigbu
Miriam Chigbu
11 months ago

Oh “Queen of Peace” (Regina Pacis), pray for me, my husband and my children that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen

Anthonia Nwidadah
Anthonia Nwidadah
11 months ago

Oh Regina Pacis obtain for us that peace which only your son the Prince of peace can give Amen!

EuniceOReur verenyol
EuniceOReur verenyol
11 months ago

Mary Queen of peace, pray for us.

christiana
christiana
11 months ago

Through the intercession of Our Lady queen of peace may God grant our desires in Jesus name Amen

Anabanti Nneka
Anabanti Nneka
11 months ago

Very deep………the knot of Mary’s obedience untied the knots of Eve’s disobedience. Awesome!!

Lady Uche Nwosu
Lady Uche Nwosu
11 months ago

I pray and beg God, through the intercessions of the blessed virgin Mary, the Queen of peace, and through the sacrifice of the daily Holy Mass from our spiritual director Fr Chinaka, our daily sacrifice of Rosary. May God help us to get rid of every form of corruption, bad governance, economic instability, and above all, that peace which only Christ can give, in our homes, families, towns and country Nigeria, through Christ Our Lord Amen . God bless you Fr CJay, for our spiritual upbringing

Anyanwu Akachi Kizito
Anyanwu Akachi Kizito
11 months ago

Queen of peace
Pray for us.

Oketola M.O
Oketola M.O
11 months ago

Amen and Amen
Oh Lady Queen of Peace , pray for us who have recourse to thee. Amen

Pius Victoria Ndidiamaka
Pius Victoria Ndidiamaka
11 months ago

May our Mother Mary Queen of Peece intercede for us that we may have peace in our homes, in our marriages, in our families, in our nation etc. May She who is full of all Graces, give us the grace to persevere like She did during her own time on earth silently in all our trials and tribulations , hoping and believing that it will all end in glory. Amen

Rumeh
Rumeh
11 months ago

Oh “Queen of Peace” (Regina Pacis), pray for us that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen

Afubers Ngozi
Afubers Ngozi
11 months ago

Oh Queen of peace pray for us

Innocent chibuike
Innocent chibuike
11 months ago

Mary queen of peace , restore peace in my family by healing my siblings financially,spiritually and otherwise tru christ our lord amen

Justina Akende
Justina Akende
11 months ago

#777 Oh Queen of Peace, pray for us that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.Amen

Ayaka Daniel Esekwe
Ayaka Daniel Esekwe
11 months ago

Queen of Peace intercede for us your children

Linda John Ojeyokan
Linda John Ojeyokan
11 months ago

Amen!!!

Theresa Odachi Ikwue
Theresa Odachi Ikwue
11 months ago

If everyone is at peace within his or herself, the multiplier effect will be peace in the whole.. Our lady Queen of peace.. Pray for us Amen

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