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
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Jan 3, 2026 • 15min
Day 3: Heart of Jesus (2026)
What emotions arise when in Jesus' presence? Explore the contrasting feelings of freedom and anxiety during imaginative meditation. Fr. Mark-Mary takes you to Jesus' workshop, guiding you through a creative experience of making candlesticks. Reflect on Jesus' patient and merciful heart while navigating your own feelings. Discover how to embrace the freedom of being a beginner in prayer and apply these insights to your rosary practice.
5 snips
Jan 2, 2026 • 13min
Day 2: The King Knows You (2026)
Fr. Mark-Mary emphasizes that Jesus, the eternal king, knows each of us personally and loves us deeply. He invites listeners to imagine Christ in His majesty, surrounded by angels. Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates the profound significance of being known by Jesus. The meditation centers on making Jesus the focal point of our hearts while guiding listeners in prayer, including the Our Father and Hail Marys, to foster a closer relationship with Him. It’s a journey towards understanding divine love and attentive prayer.
8 snips
Jan 1, 2026 • 13min
Day 1: Responding to God (2026)
Join Fr. Mark-Mary as he begins a transformative journey through prayer. He emphasizes the importance of forming a deep relationship with God and offers practical tips for starting prayer. Learn how to raise your mind and heart to embrace His presence. He also suggests using sacred art and scripture to enrich your prayer experience. Beginners are encouraged to overcome initial awkwardness while exploring the rosary. Together, you’ll start with guided prayers, including the Our Father and Hail Marys, setting the stage for spiritual growth.
5 snips
Dec 31, 2025 • 29min
Day 365: The Glorious Mysteries
The journey concludes with a heartfelt reflection on the Glorious Mysteries, emphasizing gratitude for God's gifts. Fr. Mark-Mary explores key moments like the Ascension, reminding us Jesus is always with us. The celebration of Pentecost highlights the Holy Spirit's vital role in our lives. Mary's Assumption is a call to rejoice in her divine blessings. As the series wraps up, there's an invitation to bring our prayers—our loaves and fish—to Mary and Jesus, encouraging ongoing journeys of faith and perseverance.
6 snips
Dec 30, 2025 • 30min
Day 364: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Explore the depths of sorrow with reflections on the Sorrowful Mysteries. Discover how Jesus faced suffering with trust in the Father, urging us not to isolate ourselves. Fr. Mark-Mary emphasizes the impact of Christ's Passion as a powerful gift of love. He invites listeners to find comfort in Mary, our Mother, especially at the foot of the Cross. Each segment connects prayer with perseverance, reminding us that Jesus relentlessly pursues us, encouraging a loving response amidst life's challenges.
7 snips
Dec 29, 2025 • 28min
Day 363: The Joyful Mysteries
Join Fr. Mark-Mary as he explores the Joyful Mysteries, reflecting on Mary’s willingness to trust God. He encourages listeners to bring their emptiness to the Spirit and seek renewed life. The meditation on the Annunciation leads to a deep appreciation for God’s presence in humble moments. Fr. Mark-Mary emphasizes the importance of unwavering hearts like Simeon’s, and the call to seek divine purpose, urging everyone to gather their scattered hearts in love for the Father.
7 snips
Dec 28, 2025 • 29min
Day 362: The Glorious Mysteries
In this uplifting discussion, listeners are invited to encounter the risen Jesus and find deep joy in His victory. Fr. Mark-Mary shares the importance of the Resurrection, emphasizing freedom from fear and the disciples' joy at the Ascension. As prayers flow, the Holy Spirit is invoked to inspire awe and transformation. Meditations on Mary's Assumption highlight her role as a loving intercessor. The podcast culminates in heartfelt prayers, urging everyone to trust in Mary's care and embrace the joy that comes from faith.
5 snips
Dec 27, 2025 • 31min
Day 361: The Joyful Mysteries
Fr. Mark-Mary encourages listeners to bring their worries to God, reminding us that nothing is impossible for Him. He reflects on God's attraction to our humility and the peace found in approaching Christ with a childlike heart. The discussion flows through the Joyful Mysteries, including the Annunciation, where prayer transforms our fears, and the Nativity, inviting us to seek Jesus' peace. Moments of spiritual dryness are explored as opportunities for deeper connection with the Lord, further enriching our spiritual journey.
5 snips
Dec 26, 2025 • 30min
Day 360: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Dive into the Sorrowful Mysteries as Fr. Mark-Mary reflects on Jesus' profound relationship with the Father during the Agony in the Garden. Discover the irony of the crowd's choice in the Scourging at the Pillar and how true sonship is defined. Experience Christ's hidden kingship amid mockery in the Crowning with Thorns. Join an imaginative prayer as Simon of Cyrene carrying the Cross and meditate on the Crucifixion's significance, where the temple veil tears, revealing God's open heart through Christ.
5 snips
Dec 25, 2025 • 30min
Day 359: The Luminous Mysteries
Explore the Luminous Mysteries as Fr. Mark-Mary reflects on key moments of Jesus' ministry that reveal his divine identity. Delve into St. Ambrose's insights on the Father's proclamation and St. Alphonsus Liguori's perspectives on Mary’s intercession. Discover the symbolism in Tissot's painting of the grateful leper and the transformative experience of the Transfiguration. Experience the intimacy of the Last Supper, with Jesus washing the disciples' feet, inviting humility and a deeper connection with faith.
