The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 346: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Dec 12, 2025
Fr. Mark-Mary dives into the Sorrowful Mysteries, reflecting on Vincente Masip's portrayal of Jesus in Gethsemane. He connects Christ to Isaiah's prophecy of the Suffering Servant, highlighting themes of mercy and healing. Fulton Sheen's insights on Pilate's moral compromises serve as a warning against diluting truth. The discussion of Christ as the Divine Scapegoat emphasizes the profound significance of sacrifice. Concluding with the symbolism of the crucifixion and the rainbow, the message is one of hope and victory over death.
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Hope After Betrayal
- Jesus' agony in Gethsemane shows there is always time to repent even after betrayal.
- Fr. Mark-Mary Ames urges us to turn back to mercy and deepen our repentance.
Isaiah Fulfilled In Christ
- Isaiah's Suffering Servant prophecy points forward to Christ bearing our wounds and transgressions.
- Fr. Mark-Mary Ames connects this prophecy to healing through Christ's stripes.
Refuse Moral Compromise
- Avoid compromising truth as Pilate did; compromise led to Jesus' scourging and crowning with thorns.
- Fr. Mark-Mary Ames calls listeners not to water down truth or cut deals with sin.