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This past Tuesday, October 7th, was the annual Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, which celebrates not only a very rich title of the Blessed Virgin Mary, but the date also commemorates a stupendous event attributed to the power of the Holy Rosary - the historically significant Battle of Lepanto on October 7th, 1571, in which Christian Europe was victorious over the advancing naval forces of the Ottoman Turkish Empire.
So my parish of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Kailua chose to observe the feast by holding another rosary candlelight procession... and because October is also Respect Life Month, we prayed and marched not just for World Peace, but also for the protection of all pre-born babies throughout the world.
So my parish of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Kailua chose to observe the feast by holding another rosary candlelight procession... and because October is also Respect Life Month, we prayed and marched not just for World Peace, but also for the protection of all pre-born babies throughout the world.
The procession began in our church with
our parish's Knights of Columbus carrying
the statue. Note the unusual bluish ball of light
over the statue (left photo) - look for it in the
other photos on this page, as it can be seen
either leading the procession or hovering
over the statue platform.
... and back by popular demand were our "Living Mystery" Stations, which were strategically located along our procession route around the church and parochial school campus. We enlisted our 5th Grade students to be the performing "cast" for the different scenes of the Joyful Rosary Mysteries and the kids did not disappoint! Their innate innocence and enthusiasm for their Biblical roles again touched many participants; some even to tears.
+ The First Joyful Mystery: The Annunciation
Reflection: Let us reflect on the humility
of the Blessed Virgin and imitate her complete
trust and surrender to the Holy Will of God.
+ The Second Joyful Mystery: The Visitation
Reflection: Let us reflect on the charity of
the Blessed Virgin and imitate her generosity
and concern for those in need of help
and loving support.
+ The Third Joyful Mystery: The Nativity
Reflection: Let us reflect on the immensity
of God's love for us; He who gave us Jesus,
His only begotten Son, so that we may be
saved and have everlasting life.
+ The Fourth Joyful Mystery: The Presentation
Reflection: Let us reflect on the joy of
Simeon and imitate his unwavering hope
and faith in the Word of God... and its
promise of salvation through Jesus Christ.
+ The Fifth Joyful Mystery: The Finding of Jesus
Reflection: Let us reflect on the Blessed
Virgin's attentiveness to her Divine Son, Jesus...
and imitate the manner in which she
took His words to heart.
The procession ended back in the main church, after which we all proceeded into our gathering hall for a potluck dinner and fellowship amongst our parishioners and guests from other parishes. What started off as a gloomy, rainy day... was wondrously transformed by the Lord into a clear evening that was perfect for our procession and celebratory meal. But that's the awesome power of prayer - it dispels the gloom in our lives and brings the Lord's clarity and joy. GOD IS GOOD!
Above: Footage filmed during the Candlelight Procession
Above: A group photo with friends
and the Knights of Columbus
Below: Parishioners & guests enjoying
a potluck dinner + me with our Pastor,
Fr. Exsequel
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