The Rosary is a Scripture-based prayer that leads us, with Mary, through the great mysteries of the life of Christ. This simple guide walks you through it from beginning to end.
How to Pray the Rosary
The Steps of the Rosary
1. Make the Sign of the Cross and pray the Apostles' Creed.
2. Pray the Our Father.
3. Pray three Hail Marys (for faith, hope, and charity).
4. Pray the Glory Be.
5. Announce the first mystery and pray the Our Father.
6. Pray ten Hail Marys while meditating on the mystery.
7. Pray the Glory Be and the Fatima Prayer.
8. Repeat steps 5 to 7 for the remaining four mysteries.
9. Pray the Hail, Holy Queen, and make the Sign of the Cross.
Which Mysteries to Pray Each Day
Monday and Saturday: the Joyful Mysteries.
Tuesday and Friday: the Sorrowful Mysteries.
Wednesday and Sunday: the Glorious Mysteries.
Thursday: the Luminous Mysteries.
When to Pray This Prayer
Daily, or as often as you can. October is the month of the Holy Rosary, and many pray it in May as well.
About This Prayer
Given to the Church through the centuries and strongly encouraged by the popes, the Rosary joins vocal prayer to meditation on the mysteries of our salvation.
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Text: traditional structure of the Holy Rosary. Source: USCCB.