Each person placing a glowing candle on a large Rosary in front of the Shrine created a visual symbol of prayer and hope, then reading their intentions aloud and led the community in prayer, invoking the intercession and guidance of Our Mother Thrice Admirable.
For 48-hours prior to the Mass, Catholics across WA and around the world prayed the Rosary as a gift to offer Mary on her birthday.
As part of this year’s campaign, ACN invites children to meditate on the biblical passage in which St Joseph is warned by an angel, in a dream, to leave immediately for Egypt.
After setting white flowers at a statue of Mary, Queen of Peace, Pope Francis prayed the Rosary and asked Mary to intercede to bring peace to Ukraine and every place in the world torn by violent conflict.