The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 347: The Joyful Mysteries
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Dec 13, 2025 Today’s reflection explores how God often reveals His plans in surprising ways. Fr. Mark-Mary highlights the significance of the Annunciation, contrasting the experiences of Zechariah and Mary. The journey to Bethlehem showcases God’s providence through prophecy and real-life events. Mary’s visit to Elizabeth emphasizes her role in the mission of grace. Simeon’s recognition of Jesus invites listeners to embrace faith, culminating in awe as Jesus expresses His connection to His Father. Join in praying the Joyful Mysteries!
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Embrace God's Unexpected Ways
- God often breaks into life in unexpected ways rather than how we expect him to act.
- Fr. Mark-Mary invites listeners to say yes to surprising graces and new modes of divine action.
Ask Mary To Be Your Mother Today
- Ask Mary confidently to exercise her 'office of charity' and be a mother and instrument of grace for you.
- Invite Mary to console, direct, and dispense favors for your soul in the present moment.
God Works Through Human Events
- Human actions and even corrupt leaders can set events in motion, but God uses those realities to fulfill his plan.
- The Nativity shows God directing worldly affairs, like the Roman census, to bring about prophecy fulfillment.