The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)
Ascension
In Ascension’s Rosary in a Year podcast, Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR, guides listeners in a step-by-step journey that will change the way you pray – no matter where you are in your spiritual life.
By starting small and adding on over time, listeners will find themselves falling more in love with this powerful Marian devotion, becoming a source of grace for the whole world.
Listen to discover….
How to build a daily habit of prayer
How to form a relationship with Jesus and Mary
The Biblical foundations of the Rosary
How to meditate with sacred art (visio divina), saint writings, and scripture (lectio divina)
The power of Mary’s influence in your life
…and more.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
By starting small and adding on over time, listeners will find themselves falling more in love with this powerful Marian devotion, becoming a source of grace for the whole world.
Listen to discover….
How to build a daily habit of prayer
How to form a relationship with Jesus and Mary
The Biblical foundations of the Rosary
How to meditate with sacred art (visio divina), saint writings, and scripture (lectio divina)
The power of Mary’s influence in your life
…and more.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Nov 30, 2025 • 21min
Day 334: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Engage in deep meditation with Fr. Mark-Mary as he guides listeners through the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary. Explore the profound moments of the Agony in the Garden and the intense Scourging at the Pillar. Reflect on the emotional weight of the Crowning with Thorns and the struggles of the Carrying of the Cross. The journey culminates in the Crucifixion, emphasizing the themes of sacrifice and love. Enhance your spiritual practice with resources for deeper contemplation.
Nov 29, 2025 • 20min
Day 333: The Luminous Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in prayer with five decades of the Rosary, as we utilize the meditation "muscles" we've built up in each phase of the Rosary in a Year. You can find more resources for meditation on each of the mysteries, including Sacred Art, Saint Reflections, and Bible Verses under each episode in the Ascension App, to aid in your meditation. Today's focus is the Luminous Mysteries: the Baptism in the Jordan, the Wedding Feast at Cana, the Proclamation of the Kingdom and Call to Conversion, the Transfiguration, and the Institution of the Eucharist.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Nov 28, 2025 • 20min
Day 332: The Joyful Mysteries
Join Fr. Mark-Mary as he leads you through the Rosary, focusing on the Joyful Mysteries. Experience the beautiful moments of the Annunciation and Visitation. Reflect on the miracle of the Nativity, followed by the Presentation in the Temple. Finally, delve into the discovery during the Finding in the Temple. Each mystery is enriched with prayers, including Our Fathers and Hail Marys, designed to deepen your meditation. Gather insights and find encouragement for your spiritual journey as you pray along!
Nov 27, 2025 • 20min
Day 331: The Glorious Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in prayer with five decades of the Rosary, as we utilize the meditation "muscles" we've built up in each phase of the Rosary in a Year. You can find more resources for meditation on each of the mysteries, including Sacred Art, Saint Reflections, and Bible Verses under each episode in the Ascension App, to aid in your meditation. Today's focus is the Glorious Mysteries: the Resurrection, the Ascension, the Descent of the Holy Spirit, the Assumption, and the Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Nov 26, 2025 • 19min
Day 330: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in prayer with five decades of the Rosary, as we utilize the meditation "muscles" we've built up in each phase of the Rosary in a Year. You can find more resources for meditation on each of the mysteries, including Sacred Art, Saint Reflections, and Bible Verses under each episode in the Ascension App, to aid in your meditation. Today's focus is the Sorrowful Mysteries: the Agony in the Garden, the Scourging at the Pillar, the Crowning with Thorns, the Carrying of the Cross, and the Crucifixion.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Nov 25, 2025 • 20min
Day 329: The Luminous Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in prayer with five decades of the Rosary, as we utilize the meditation "muscles" we've built up in each phase of the Rosary in a Year. You can find more resources for meditation on each of the mysteries, including Sacred Art, Saint Reflections, and Bible Verses under each episode in the Ascension App, to aid in your meditation. Today's focus is the Luminous Mysteries: the Baptism in the Jordan, the Wedding Feast at Cana, the Proclamation of the Kingdom and Call to Conversion, the Transfiguration, and the Institution of the Eucharist.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Nov 24, 2025 • 20min
Day 328: The Joyful Mysteries
Join Fr. Mark-Mary for a reflective journey through the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary. Experience the profound moments of the Annunciation and Visitation, evoking deep spiritual connection. Delve into the Nativity, celebrating the birth of Christ, and the Presentation in the Temple, highlighting significance in faith. Finally, explore the Finding in the Temple, a treasure of wisdom and discovery. Each meditation reinforces the power of prayer and offers resources for deeper reflection.
Nov 23, 2025 • 20min
Day 327: The Glorious Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in prayer with five decades of the Rosary, as we utilize the meditation "muscles" we've built up in each phase of the Rosary in a Year. You can find more resources for meditation on each of the mysteries, including Sacred Art, Saint Reflections, and Bible Verses under each episode in the Ascension App, to aid in your meditation. Today's focus is the Glorious Mysteries: the Resurrection, the Ascension, the Descent of the Holy Spirit, the Assumption, and the Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Nov 22, 2025 • 20min
Day 326: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary leads us in prayer with five decades of the Rosary, as we utilize the meditation "muscles" we've built up in each phase of the Rosary in a Year. You can find more resources for meditation on each of the mysteries, including Sacred Art, Saint Reflections, and Bible Verses under each episode in the Ascension App, to aid in your meditation. Today's focus is the Sorrowful Mysteries: the Agony in the Garden, the Scourging at the Pillar, the Crowning with Thorns, the Carrying of the Cross, and the Crucifixion.
For the complete prayer plan, visit https://ascensionpress.com/riy.
Nov 21, 2025 • 20min
Day 325: The Luminous Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary guides listeners through the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary, emphasizing key moments like Jesus' baptism and the transformative Wedding at Cana. Each decade invites deep reflection on faith and Jesus' teachings, including His proclamation of the Kingdom and the divine revelation of the Transfiguration. As he leads the final decade, the focus shifts to the profound significance of the Eucharist at the Last Supper, connecting past events to present faith.
