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Podcast Summary: The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames)

Episode: Day 251: The Sorrowful Mysteries
Host: Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR (Ascension)
Date: September 8, 2025

Overview

In this episode of "The Rosary in a Year," Fr. Mark-Mary Ames leads listeners through a meditative and prayerful recitation of three Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary:

The Scourging at the Pillar (2nd Sorrowful Mystery)
The Crowning with Thorns (3rd Sorrowful Mystery)
The Carrying of the Cross (4th Sorrowful Mystery)

The episode offers listeners a guide for deepening their prayer life by uniting their intentions with those of Jesus and Mary, providing structure and communal support for building a daily Rosary habit.

Key Discussion Points and Structure

Introduction and Opening (00:00–01:00)

Brief explanation of the podcast’s mission: to deepen relationship with Jesus and Mary through the Rosary.
Encouragement to download the Rosary prayer plan and use Ascension resources for further support.
Expression of gratitude to listeners and supporters.

Praying the Sorrowful Mysteries

The episode is primarily structured around the vocal and communal recitation of the Rosary mysteries, with alternating leading and responses:

2nd Sorrowful Mystery: The Scourging at the Pillar (01:19–05:10)

Introduction of the mystery and intention for prayer.
Recitation of the “Our Father” to begin the decade.

“Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven…” (01:22)
Ten “Hail Mary” prayers, each highlighting Jesus’ suffering.
Closing with the “Glory Be” and “Oh my Jesus” prayers, invoking mercy and salvation for all.

3rd Sorrowful Mystery: The Crowning with Thorns (05:10–09:10)

Introduction of the next mystery and its significance.
Recitation continues in the same reflective tone:

“The third sorrowful mystery is the crowning with thorns. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name…” (05:10)
Ten “Hail Marys” are recited, joined by all present.
Closing with the "Glory Be" and “Oh my Jesus” prayers.

4th Sorrowful Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross (09:10–13:13)

Introduction of the fourth Sorrowful Mystery and the context of Christ’s journey to Calvary.
Recitation of “Our Father.”
Ten “Hail Mary” prayers, focusing participants on the endurance and love of Christ.

“Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death.” (Multiple instances)
Closing prayers, asking again for forgiveness, salvation, and the conversion of souls.

Closing, Blessings, and Encouragement (13:23–end)

Fr. Mark-Mary offers gratitude and encourages listeners to continue the journey:

“Thanks so much for joining me and praying with me again today. I look forward to continuing this journey with you again tomorrow. Poco poco, friends. God bless you.” (13:29)

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

Fr. Mark-Mary’s gentle encouragement:

“Thanks so much for joining me and praying with me again today. I look forward to continuing this journey with you again tomorrow. Poco poco, friends. God bless you.” (13:29)
Communal prayer refrains, repeated throughout the episode:

“Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death.”
(Multiple instances throughout 02:00–13:01)
Unified prayer for mercy:

“Oh, my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell and lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.” (05:10, 09:10, 13:13)

Timestamps for Key Segments

Opening & Instructions: (00:00–01:12)
2nd Sorrowful Mystery: The Scourging at the Pillar: (01:19–05:10)
3rd Sorrowful Mystery: The Crowning with Thorns: (05:10–09:10)
4th Sorrowful Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross: (09:10–13:13)
Final Blessing & Farewell: (13:23–13:37)

Tone and Language

The episode is serene, meditative, and reverent. Fr. Mark-Mary and the prayer leaders maintain a gentle, inviting tone, making it feel inclusive and sincere, designed to encourage both new and seasoned practitioners in the habit of daily prayer.

Additional Reflections

While the episode is largely comprised of communal prayer rather than topical teaching or commentary, the way each mystery is announced and prayed offers listeners an opportunity for deep and structured contemplation with spiritual benefits, fostering a sense of community and perseverance in developing a prayerful life.

For listeners seeking to grow in Marian devotion and a disciplined prayer routine, this episode serves as a practical, peaceful guide through the Sorrowful Mysteries.

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[00:00]
Mark Mary
Foreign.
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Podcast Host
Mark Mary with Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and this is the Rosary in the Year podcast, where through prayer and meditation, the Rosary brings us deeper into relationship with Jesus and Mary and becomes a source of grace for the whole world. The Rosary in a Year is brought to you by Ascension.
[00:20]
Lead Prayers
This is day 251.
[00:22]
Podcast Host
To download the prayer plan for Rosary in a year, visit ascensionpress.com forward/rosary in a year or text RIY to 33777. You'll get an outline of how we're going to pray each month and it's a great way to track your progress. The best place to listen to podcasts is in the Ascension app. There are special features built just for this podcast and also recordings of the full rosary with myself and other friars. On behalf of myself and the whole team here at Ascension, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone who's helped support this podcast financially. Your support is so appreciated and helps us to reach as many people as possible. And if you haven't already, please consider supporting us@ascensionpress.com support.
[01:00]
Lead Prayers
Today we will be praying the second, third, and fourth sorrowful mysteries, the scourging at the pillar, the crowning with thorns, and the carrying of the cross.
[01:12]
Prayer Leader
We begin in the name of the.
[01:14]
Lead Prayers
Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
[01:18]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[01:20]
Lead Prayers
The second Sorrowful Mystery is the Scourging.
[01:22]
Mark Mary
At the Pillar Our Father who art.
[01:26]
Prayer Leader
In heaven, hallowed be thy name.
[01:29]
Lead Prayers
Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but but deliver us from evil.
[01:48]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[01:50]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[01:53]
Mark Mary
Is with the Blessed art thou among.
[01:56]
Lead Prayers
Women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:00]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[02:03]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[02:07]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[02:09]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[02:12]
Lead Prayers
Is with the Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:19]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[02:22]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[02:25]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[02:27]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[02:29]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the Blessed art.
[02:32]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[02:35]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:38]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[02:41]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[02:44]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[02:46]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[02:49]
Lead Prayers
Is with the Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:56]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[03:00]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:03]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[03:05]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[03:07]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[03:10]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women and blessed is the.
[03:13]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[03:15]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:19]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:22]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[03:24]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[03:26]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[03:29]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women and blessed is the.
[03:31]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[03:34]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:37]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:41]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[03:43]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[03:45]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[03:47]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[03:50]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[03:53]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:56]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:59]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[04:01]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[04:03]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[04:06]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women and blessed is the.
[04:08]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[04:11]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[04:15]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[04:18]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[04:20]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[04:22]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[04:26]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[04:28]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[04:32]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[04:35]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[04:39]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[04:41]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[04:42]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[04:45]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[04:48]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[04:51]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[04:54]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[04:57]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[04:59]
Prayer Leader
Glory be to the Father and to.
[05:01]
Lead Prayers
The Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be world without end.
[05:09]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[05:10]
Lead Prayers
Oh, my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell and lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. The third sorrowful mystery is the crowning with thorns. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
[05:37]
Mark Mary
Give us this day our daily bread.
[05:40]
Lead Prayers
And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
[05:50]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[05:52]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[05:54]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[05:57]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[05:59]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[06:02]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[06:05]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:08]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[06:10]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[06:12]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the Blessed art.
[06:15]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[06:17]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[06:20]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[06:23]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:27]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[06:29]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[06:30]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[06:33]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[06:36]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy Womb Jesus.
[06:38]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[06:41]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:45]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[06:47]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[06:49]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[06:52]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[06:55]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[06:57]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:01]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[07:04]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[07:06]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[07:08]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[07:11]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:13]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:16]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:19]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[07:22]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[07:25]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[07:26]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[07:29]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:32]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:35]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:39]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[07:42]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[07:44]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[07:46]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[07:49]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:51]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:54]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:57]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[08:01]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[08:03]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[08:05]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[08:08]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[08:10]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[08:13]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[08:16]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[08:20]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[08:22]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[08:24]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[08:26]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[08:29]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[08:32]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[08:35]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[08:39]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[08:40]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[08:42]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[08:45]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[08:48]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[08:50]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[08:54]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[08:57]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[08:59]
Lead Prayers
Glory be to the Father and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.
[09:09]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[09:11]
Lead Prayers
Oh, my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell and lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. The fourth sorrowful mystery is the carrying of the cross.
[09:26]
Prayer Leader
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.
[09:30]
Lead Prayers
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
[09:35]
Mark Mary
Give us this day our daily bread.
[09:38]
Lead Prayers
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
[09:48]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[09:50]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[09:52]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with thee.
[09:54]
Hail Mary Group 2
Blessed art thou among women, and blessed.
[09:57]
Hail Mary Group 3
Is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:01]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:04]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:07]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[10:09]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[10:11]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed, art.
[10:14]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women and blessed is the.
[10:17]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:20]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:23]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:27]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[10:29]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[10:31]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed, art.
[10:34]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[10:37]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:39]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:42]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:46]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[10:48]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[10:50]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed, art.
[10:53]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[10:55]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:59]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[11:02]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[11:05]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[11:08]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:09]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed, art.
[11:12]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:15]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[11:18]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[11:21]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[11:25]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[11:27]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:29]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed, art.
[11:32]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:35]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[11:38]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[11:41]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[11:45]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[11:47]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:49]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[11:51]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:54]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[11:58]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[12:00]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[12:04]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[12:06]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[12:08]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[12:11]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[12:14]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[12:17]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[12:20]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now, now and at the hour of our death.
[12:24]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[12:26]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
[12:30]
Hail Mary Group 2
Blessed art thou among women, and blessed.
[12:33]
Hail Mary Group 3
Is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[12:36]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[12:39]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[12:43]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[12:45]
Hail Mary Group 1
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[12:47]
Mark Mary
The Lord is with the Blessed art.
[12:50]
Hail Mary Group 2
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[12:52]
Hail Mary Group 3
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[12:55]
Prayer Leader
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[12:58]
Lead Prayers
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[13:02]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[13:03]
Lead Prayers
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.
[13:12]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[13:13]
Lead Prayers
Oh, my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell and lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.
[13:24]
Prayer Leader
In the name of the Father and.
[13:25]
Lead Prayers
Of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
[13:28]
Congregation/Amen
Amen.
[13:29]
Lead Prayers
Thanks so much for joining me and praying with me again today. I look forward to continuing this journey with you again tomorrow. Poco poco. Friends, God bless y'.
[13:38]
Congregation/Amen
All.