Here's how to understand the rosary, a Catholic prayer tradition practiced by millions of faithful worldwide — including the beads, the link to Mother Mary and the meaning behind the prayer aid.

Mary, Christ’s mother, can also be a prayer partner in the absence of another human being. After my own mother passed away, praying the Rosary became so much more important to me in that it was ...

On Dec. 17, 1996, an image of the Virgin Mary appeared on the south side of a building in Clearwater, Florida. Thousands of people flocked to the site to pray, weep and snap photos.

October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary. An interview with Gretchen Crowe, author the book Why the Rosary, Why Now?

It’s also why the rosary is one of the most widely used prayers — including publicly for the pope — and why popular devotions to the Virgin Mary, including processions and festivals, are so ...

Rome Newsroom, May 22, 2023 / 13:00 pm. St. Peter’s Square was illuminated by candlelight Saturday night as pilgrims prayed the rosary in a procession in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

The rosary is about walking with the Blessed Mother, seeing her life and that of her divine Son, and seeking to draw closer and deepening in our love for them.

A Reflection for the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary. Find today’s readings here. “But if it is by the finger of God that I drive out demons, then the Kingdom of God has come upon you.

David Jaramillo strums and sings about Mary and God in his home Sunday night. Members of Queen of Peace Catholic Church gathered at the Jaramillo household to pray the rosary.

GENAZZANO, Italy (AP) — The month of May is dedicated to Marian celebrations, so here’s a look at the history and traditions about Mary and why praying to her means so much to so many.