The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 28: Be Joyful, Be Free (2026)
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Jan 28, 2026 A reflection on believing and living in the forgiveness of sins. Scenes from the Prodigal Son explore how God lifts burdens and restores freedom. Calls to stand tall, smile, and let go of imaginary weights. A short prayer practice centered on mercy, resurrection, and life everlasting.
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Forgiveness Should Change Your Demeanor
- Forgiveness of sins should produce an outward change: joy, upright posture, and a smile.
- Fr. Mark-Mary argues that authentic faith shows itself through these visible signs of freedom from sin.
Smile As Evidence Of Living Faith
- Faith must be visible through works; smiling is named as a specific work fitting belief in forgiveness.
- Fr. Mark-Mary claims that an authentic sign of faith is to physically express freedom from sin.
Prodigal Son Image: Let Go Of The Bag
- Fr. Mark-Mary retells the Prodigal Son to illustrate being freed from sin and the father's merciful embrace.
- He pictures the son still carrying an imaginary heavy bag of sins even after the father has forgiven and removed it.