In October 2002, Bl. Pope John Paul II updated the prayers of the rosary for the first time in five centuries when he issued his Apostolic Letter Rosarium Virginis Mariae. Designating the Year of the Rosary (October 2002-October 2003), the pope added a new set of "mysteries" - events in the lives of Jesus for worshipers to reflect on the mystery of salvation and the role of Mary as intercessor. He has also invited the faithful to pray the rosary for peace. The five Mysteries of Light: 1. Christ's Baptism, 2. Christ's first miracle at Cana, 3. Christ's proclaiming the coming of the Kingdom of God, 4. Christ's Transfiguration, and 5. Christ's institution of the Holy Eucharist as a sacrament. This book offers simple meditations written by Pope John Paul II as well as beautiful Byzantine icons and scripture references for each of the 20 mysteries of the Rosary. 48 Pages. Size: 4.125" X 6" Paperback