How to Pray the Rosary:

The Glorious Mysteries

The Rosary is a meditative prayer that walks through key moments in the life of Jesus and Mary. You move bead by bead, repeating prayers while reflecting on each mystery. There is no rush. If you lose your place or your focus, just continue from where you left off.

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Monday Rosary
Joyful Mysteries

On Mondays, we pray the Joyful Mysteries. These mysteries invite us to reflect on trust, obedience, and the simple beginnings of Christ’s life. Pray along with us today.

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Tuesday Rosary
Sorrowful Mysteries

On Tuesdays, we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries. These mysteries lead us through the suffering of Christ and remind us of love that endures even in pain. Pray with us today.

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Wednesday Rosary
Glorious Mysteries

On Wednesdays, we pray the Glorious Mysteries. These mysteries focus on resurrection, hope, and the promise of eternal life. Join us in prayer today.

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Thursday Rosary
Luminous Mysteries

On Thursdays, we pray the Luminous Mysteries. These mysteries reflect the public life of Jesus and the light He brought into the world. Pray with us today.

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Friday Rosary
Sorrowful Mysteries

On Fridays, we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries. These mysteries invite deeper reflection on sacrifice, mercy, and Christ’s love for us. Pray along with us today.

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Saturday Rosary
Joyful Mysteries

On Saturdays, we pray the Joyful Mysteries. These mysteries return us to moments of hope, faith, and quiet trust in God’s plan. Join us in prayer today.

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Sunday Rosary
Glorious Mysteries

On Sundays, we pray the Glorious Mysteries. These mysteries celebrate victory over death and the promise of new life. Pray with us today.

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Today, we pray the

Glorious Mysteries...

Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

The Crucifix

Hold the crucifix and pray the Apostles Creed.

"I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen."

First Decade Bead

Move to the first bead above the crucifix and pray one Our Father.

"Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done,  on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen"

Next 3 Beads

Pray three Hail Marys, traditionally for faith, hope, and charity.

"Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

Second Decade Bead

Pray one Glory Be.

The First Mystery:

The Resurrection

Announce the First Mystery of the day, the The Resurrection:

Jesus rises from the dead, conquering sin and death.

Pray one Our Father.

"Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done,  on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen."

The Mysteries

Next Ten Beads

Pray ten Hail Marys, reflecting quietly on the mystery.

"Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

After the Ten Beads

Pray one Glory Be.

"Glory Be, to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen."

Fatima Prayer

Pray one Fatima Prayer.

"O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in most need of Thy mercy."

The Second Mystery:

The Ascension

Announce the Second Mystery of the day, The Ascension:

Jesus ascends into heaven, returning to the Father.

Pray one Our Father.

"Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done,  on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen."

The Mysteries

Next Ten Beads

Pray ten Hail Marys, reflecting quietly on the mystery.

"Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

After the Ten Beads

Pray one Glory Be.

"Glory Be, to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen."

Fatima Prayer

Pray one Fatima Prayer.

"O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in most need of Thy mercy."

The Third Mystery:

The Descent of the Holy Spirit

Announce the Third Mystery of the day, The Descent of the Holy Spirit:

The Holy Spirit comes upon the Apostles, strengthening the Church.

Pray one Our Father.

"Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done,  on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen."

The Mysteries

Next Ten Beads

Pray ten Hail Marys, reflecting quietly on the mystery.

"Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

After the Ten Beads

Pray one Glory Be.

"Glory Be, to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen."

Fatima Prayer

Pray one Fatima Prayer.

"O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in most need of Thy mercy."

The Fourth Mystery:

The Assumption of Mary

Announce the Third Mystery of the day, The Assumption of Mary:

Mary is taken body and soul into heaven.

Pray one Our Father.

"Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done,  on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen."

The Mysteries

Next Ten Beads

Pray ten Hail Marys, reflecting quietly on the mystery.

"Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

After the Ten Beads

Pray one Glory Be.

"Glory Be, to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen."

Fatima Prayer

Pray one Fatima Prayer.

"O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in most need of Thy mercy."

The Fifth Mystery:

The Coronation of Mary

Announce the Third Mystery of the day, The Coronation of Mary:

Mary is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth.

Pray one Our Father.

"Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done,  on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen"

The Mysteries

Next Ten Beads

Pray ten Hail Marys, reflecting quietly on the mystery.

"Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen."

After the Ten Beads

Pray one Glory Be.

"Glory Be, to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen."

Fatima Prayer

Pray one Fatima Prayer.

"O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in most need of Thy mercy."

Finish

After the fifth mystery, pray the Hail Holy Queen.

"Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ."


End with the Sign of the Cross.

The Prayers

Rosary Prayers

These are the prayers for each part of the Rosary.

Apostles Creed

I believe in God,
the Father almighty,
Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died and was buried;
he descended into hell;
on the third day he rose again from the dead;
he ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty;
from there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting.

Amen.
Hail Mary

Hail, Mary, full of grace,
the Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou amongst women
and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
pray for us sinners,
now and at the hour of our death. 
Amen.
Our Father

Our Father, Who art in heaven, 
Hallowed be Thy Name. 
Thy Kingdom come. 
Thy Will be done, 
on earth as it is in Heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread. 
And forgive us our trespasses, 
as we forgive those who trespass against us.  And lead us not into temptation, 
but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Glory Be

Glory Be, to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Fatima Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are in
most need of Thy mercy.

Hail Holy Queen

Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.

Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.