The First Luminous Mystery

THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD

1. John is baptizing in the Jordan proclaiming a baptism of repentance.

2. "I am the voice of one crying in the desert, make straight the way of the Lord."

3. "One mightier than I is coming after me."

4. "I have baptized you with water, He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit."

5. Seeing Jesus, John exclaims: "Behold the Lamb of God."

6. After Jesus' baptism a voice from Heaven: "This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased."

7. The Spirit descends upon Jesus in the form of a dove.

8. In this heavenly manifestation is instituted the sacrament of baptism.

9. The divine Trinity is manifested: the voice of the Father is heard as the Spirit descends upon the Son.

10. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert for 40 days.

Spiritual Fruit: Gratitude for the gift of Faith