We return to the Sorrowful Mysteries, and Fr. Mark-Mary shares meditations on the relationship between the Garden of Gethsemane and the Garden of Eden, reminding us of the relationship between sin and the Sorrowful Mysteries. As we witness Jesus crowned with thorns and carrying the cross, we’re also reminded of the glory that can be found in Christ’s passion. Today's focus is the Sorrowful Mysteries, and we’ll be praying the full Rosary.
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Day 338: The Luminous Mysteries
As we pray the Luminous mysteries, Fr. Mark-Mary shares reflections on the relationship between Jesus’ baptism and ours, an encouragement to climb the mountain with Jesus, and we’re invited to greater trust and surrender to the Father. We’re reminded of the new wine offered to us at Cana, and briefly return to Rembrant’s painting, Christ in the Storm on the Sea of Galilee. Today's focus is the Luminous Mysteries.
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Day 337: The Glorious Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in the Rosary, guiding our meditations on the Glorious mysteries. We’re reminded of Pope Benedict XVI’s teachings on the Resurrection, the Apostle’s experience of Pentecost, and God’s faithfulness to Mary. Today's focus is the Glorious Mysteries.
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Day 336: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Congratulations! You have arrived at the last Phase of the Rosary in a Year, Phase 6: Praying Together. As we step into this final phase, we’ll begin praying a full Rosary together, and Fr. Mark-Mary will share brief meditation prompts before each decade. We will also begin praying the mysteries on the days they are traditionally prayed, beginning with the Sorrowful mysteries for Tuesday today. Fr. Mark-Mary will walk us through the full mystery of Christ’s passion, sharing meditations on communion with the Father, Simon’s choice to help Jesus carry the cross, and what Jesus’ last words on the cross mean for us. Today's focus is the Sorrowful Mysteries.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
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Bonus: Introduction to Phase Six: “Praying Together”
Fr. Mark-Mary is joined by Jackie and Bobby Angel as they discuss 54-Day Rosary Novenas, the role of the Rosary in community prayer life, and praying the Rosary as a family. Jackie shares the impact of the Rosary in her personal story, and Bobby shares insights on persevering in prayer. Fr. Mark-Mary reflects on the importance of praying in community for development in the spiritual life.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
About The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)
In Ascension’s Rosary in a Year podcast, Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR, guides listeners in a step-by-step journey that will change the way you pray – no matter where you are in your spiritual life.
By starting small and adding on over time, listeners will find themselves falling more in love with this powerful Marian devotion, becoming a source of grace for the whole world.
Listen to discover….
How to build a daily habit of prayer
How to form a relationship with Jesus and Mary
The Biblical foundations of the Rosary
How to meditate with sacred art (visio divina), saint writings, and scripture (lectio divina)
The power of Mary’s influence in your life
…and more.
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