The Parables of Christ
The gospels are full of short stories and sayings, called ‘parables’, that Christ used to teach people about the Kingdom of God.
I am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25-26)
Christ proclaimed himself to be the 'Resurrection and the Life', just before raising his friend Lazarus from the dead.
9. The Harrowing of Hell (1 Peter 3:18-20; 4:6)
"In the spirit also he went to preach to the spirits in prison, those who had refused to obey long ago while God waited patiently in the days of Noah during the building of the ark." (1 Peter 3:19-20)
4. The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35)
“When he was at table with them, he took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, but he vanished from their sight."
+ Fifth Glorious Mystery: The Coronation of the Virgin
The Fifth Glorious Mystery of the Rosary is the Coronation of the Virgin Mary. It's a meditation on Mary being crowned the Queen of heaven and earth.
+ Fifth Luminous Mystery: The Institution of the Eucharist
The Fifth Luminous Mystery of the Rosary is the Institution of the Eucharist. It's a meditation on Christ's introduction of the Eucharist while at table with the apostles, at the Last Supper.
St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist (Matthew 9:9-13)
St Matthew was one of the Twelve Apostles and is traditionally considered the author of the gospel that bears his name. He was a tax collector before becoming a disciple.
The Hospitality of Abraham (Genesis 18:1-15)
The story of the Hospitality of Abraham describes the warm welcome he gave to three strangers. It was later interpreted as a symbol of the Trinity.
The Ascension of Christ (Acts 1:1-11)
After his Resurrection, Christ continued to appear to his followers for forty days. Once this time was up, he then returned to heaven, an event known as the 'Ascension'.