The rosary is a Christ-centered prayer, rooted in Sacred Scripture, that helps us meditate on the lives of Jesus and Mary. The rosary is a Catholic devotion in which we ask for the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God, in drawing closer to her divine Son, Jesus. When praying the rosary, you use a string of beads to keep track of your progress through the prayers.

Anyone can pray the rosary and people pray it for many reasons everyday. Many people pray the rosary to seek assistance from the Virgin Mary. They ask for help with situations such as having a sick or deceased friend or family member.

Ultimately, we pray the rosary to grow closer to God and praying the rosary is not just for challenges or difficulties. Praying the rosary helps us fortify our Catholic beliefs and strengthen our bond with Jesus Christ.

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Listen to Bishop Barron’s video about how to pray the Rosary here.

Also, this website is an excellent resource. It includes downloadable tools, video explanations, and step-by-step instructions.

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Below are the four mysteries of the Rosary, with links to explain each mystery. Also included is a link to videos by Bishop Barron, as he leads us through each Rosary.

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Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary with Bishop Barron

Sunday & Wednesday

1. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ

   Jesus rises triumphant over death.

2. The Ascension of Jesus to Heaven

   As Jesus ascends, He gives us a special task.

3. The Descent of the Holy Ghost

   At Pentecost the Church is born.

4. The Assumption of Mary into Heaven

   The Virgin Mary is gloriously assumed into heaven.

5. Mary is Crowned as Queen of Heaven and Earth

   Mary is honored above all creatures.

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Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary with Bishop Barron

Monday & Saturday

1. The Annunciation of the Lord to Mary

   Mary is chosen to be the mother of Jesus.

2. The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth

   Elizabeth recognizes Mary as the mother of our Lord.

3. The Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ

   Jesus is born and laid in a manger.

4. The Presentation of our Lord

   Jesus is presented in the Temple of Jerusalem.

5. Finding Jesus in the Temple at age 12

   Jesus is found discussing God's laws in the temple.

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Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary with Bishop Barron

Tuesday & Friday

1. The Agony of Jesus in the Garden

   Jesus prays when confronted with the sins of the world.

2. The Scourging at the Pillar

   Jesus is whipped before His execution.

3. Jesus is Crowned with Thorns

   Jesus is mocked with a painful crown of thorns.

4. Jesus Carried the Cross

   Jesus carries the weight of our sins to His crucifixion.

5. The Crucifixion of our Lord

   Jesus Christ dies to save all mankind.

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Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with Bishop Barron

Thursday

1. The Baptism in the Jordan

   God proclaims Jesus is His Son.

2. The Wedding at Cana

   Jesus performs a surprising miracle at a wedding.

3. The Proclamation of the Kingdom

   Jesus calls us to do something important.

4. The Transfiguration

   Jesus is gloriously transformed.

5. The Institution of the Eucharist

   Jesus shares His Body and Blood for our salvation.

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