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

Episode: Day 265: The Sorrowful and Glorious Mysteries
Host: Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR (Ascension)
Release Date: September 22, 2025

Overview

In this episode, Fr. Mark-Mary Ames leads listeners through the latter Sorrowful Mysteries and the beginning of the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary. The journey traverses Jesus carrying the Cross, the Crucifixion, and culminates with the Resurrection. The episode is meditative and prayerful, inviting participants into a deeper relationship with Jesus and Mary through the recitation and contemplation of these core mysteries of the faith.

Key Discussion Points & Prayers

Introduction to Today's Mysteries

[00:46] – [01:05]

Fr. Mark-Mary frames the episode: concluding the Sorrowful Mysteries and moving into the Glorious Mysteries.
Mysteries covered today:
- The Fourth Sorrowful Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross
- The Fifth Sorrowful Mystery: The Crucifixion
- The First Glorious Mystery: The Resurrection

“Today we will be concluding the Sorrowful Mysteries and we'll begin the Glorious Mysteries. So we'll pray the fourth and the fifth Sorrowful Mysteries, the carrying of the Cross and the Crucifixion, and then the first glorious Mystery, the Resurrection.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (00:46)

Fourth Sorrowful Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross

[01:05] – [04:46]

Begins with the Our Father and flows into ten Hail Marys, each recited with a meditative, rhythmic chant.
Call for perseverance in suffering and participation in Christ’s way of the Cross.
The prayers are simple but focused, drawing listeners into empathy with Christ’s journey.

Memorable Prayer Cycle:

“Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.”
— Group Recitation (01:33–04:35)

Concludes with the "Glory Be" and the Fatima Prayer:

“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.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (04:47)

Fifth Sorrowful Mystery: The Crucifixion

[04:47] – [08:42]

Begins with the Our Father, continues with communal recitation of Hail Marys.
The somber, repetitive prays invite participants to dwell on Christ’s ultimate sacrifice.

Notable Moment:

Participants, including Fr. Mark-Mary and others, echo the sacred words with reverence, giving the segment a communal, Church-universal feel.

“Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death.”
— Multiple voices, repeated throughout (05:35–08:23)

Concludes with the "Glory Be" and Fatima Prayer, again stressing mercy and intercession.

“Lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (08:42)

First Glorious Mystery: The Resurrection

[08:46] – [12:19]

Focus shifts from sorrow to the victorious hope of the Resurrection.
Begins with Our Father, followed by the Hail Mary decade.
Tone is noticeably lighter and more hopeful, reflecting the theme of new life and triumph over death.

Key Prayer:

“Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee...”
— Group Recitation (09:13–12:07)

Ends with the "Glory Be" and Fatima Prayer — gratitude and supplication for the world’s souls, with the Resurrection anchoring the faithful’s hope.

Closing & Encouragement

[12:19] – [12:46]

Fr. Mark-Mary thanks listeners and expresses eagerness to continue the journey in prayer with them.

“Thanks, everyone, for joining me and praying with me today. I look forward to continuing this journey with you again tomorrow.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (12:37)

The episode ends with simple, warm blessings and camaraderie.

“Friends, God bless y' all.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (12:44)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Shifting Mysteries Affirmation:
“Today we will be concluding the Sorrowful Mysteries and we'll begin the Glorious Mysteries.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (00:46)
Fatima Prayer’s Universal Appeal:
“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.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (04:47, 08:42, 12:19)
Closing Blessing:
“Friends, God bless y’ all.”
— Fr. Mark-Mary (12:44)

Important Timestamps

Introduction & Overview: 00:46–01:05
Carrying of the Cross (4th Sorrowful): 01:05–04:46
The Crucifixion (5th Sorrowful): 04:47–08:42
The Resurrection (1st Glorious): 08:46–12:19
Closing & Blessing: 12:37–12:46

Takeaways

The episode models the full, prayerful recitation of two pivotal Sorrowful Mysteries and begins the Glorious Mysteries, anchoring listeners in the cyclical rhythm of the Rosary.
Fr. Mark-Mary’s sincere encouragement and group participation foster a sense of unity and ongoing spiritual growth.
Listeners are gently reminded of the power of daily prayer, Marian devotion, and the Resurrection’s hope even amidst sorrow.

For more resources or to follow the complete Rosary in a Year plan, listeners are directed to ascensionpress.com/riy.

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[00:00]
Prayer Leader
Foreign.
[00:05]
Podcast Host (Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Mark Mary with Franciscan Friars with Renewal and this is the Rosary in Here 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 the Year is brought to you by Ascension.
[00:18]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
This is day 265.
[00:21]
Podcast Host (Fr. Mike Schmitz)
To download the prayer plan for Rosary in a year, visit ascensionpress.com 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 the Podcast in the Ascension app. There's special features built just for this podcast and also recordings of the full Rosary with myself and other friars. No matter what app you're listening in, remember to tap, follow or subscribe for your daily notifications.
[00:47]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Today we will be concluding the Sorrowful Mysteries and we'll begin the Glorious Mysteries. So we'll pray the fourth and the fifth Sorrowful Mysteries, the carrying of the Cross and the Crucifixion, and then the first glorious Mystery, the Resurrection. We'll begin in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
[01:04]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[01:05]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The fourth Sorrowful Mystery is the carrying of the Cross.
[01:10]
Prayer Participant 1
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.
[01:15]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
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 deliver us from evil.
[01:32]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[01:34]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[01:36]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Is with the Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[01:43]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[01:46]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[01:50]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[01:51]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[01:54]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Is with the Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:01]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[02:05]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[02:08]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[02:10]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:20]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[02:24]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[02:27]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[02:29]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[02:31]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Is with the Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:39]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for.
[02:42]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[02:45]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[02:47]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord.
[02:50]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Is with the Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[02:57]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:00]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:03]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[03:05]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[03:07]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The Lord is with the blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[03:14]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:17]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:21]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[03:23]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[03:25]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The Lord is with the blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[03:33]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:37]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:40]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[03:42]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[03:43]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The Lord is with the blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[03:52]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[03:55]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[03:59]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[04:00]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[04:02]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The Lord is with the blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[04:11]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[04:14]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[04:17]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[04:19]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[04:21]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The Lord is with the blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[04:29]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[04:32]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[04:35]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[04:37]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
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.
[04:46]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[04:47]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
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 fifth sorrowful mystery is the crucifixion. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. 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.
[05:25]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[05:27]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[05:28]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[05:31]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[05:33]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[05:36]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[05:39]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[05:42]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[05:43]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[05:45]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[05:48]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[05:50]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[05:53]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[05:56]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:00]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[06:01]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[06:03]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[06:06]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[06:08]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[06:11]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[06:14]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:17]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[06:19]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace, The Lord.
[06:21]
Prayer Participant 3
Is with the blessed art thou among.
[06:24]
Prayer Participant 4
Women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[06:28]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[06:31]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:35]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[06:37]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[06:38]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[06:41]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women and blessed is the.
[06:43]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[06:46]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[06:49]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[06:52]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[06:54]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[06:56]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[06:59]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:02]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:04]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:07]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[07:11]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[07:13]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[07:14]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[07:17]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:19]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:22]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:25]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[07:29]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[07:31]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[07:33]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[07:35]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:38]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:41]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[07:44]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[07:47]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[07:49]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[07:51]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[07:53]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[07:56]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[07:58]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[08:02]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[08:05]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[08:07]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[08:09]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[08:12]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[08:14]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[08:17]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[08:20]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[08:23]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[08:25]
Prayer Participant 1
Glory be to the Father and to.
[08:27]
Prayer Participant 4
The Son and to the Holy Spirit.
[08:29]
Prayer Participant 6
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.
[08:34]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[08:35]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
O my Jesus, forgive us our sins.
[08:38]
Prayer Participant 6
Save us from the fires of hell.
[08:40]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Lead all souls to heaven, especially those.
[08:43]
Prayer Participant 6
In most need of thy mercy.
[08:46]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
The first glorious mystery is the Resurrection.
[08:50]
Prayer Participant 1
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done.
[08:57]
Prayer Participant 6
On earth as it is in heaven.
[09:00]
Prayer Participant 3
Give us this day our daily bread.
[09:02]
Prayer Participant 6
And forgive us our trespasses as we.
[09:04]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
[09:11]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[09:14]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[09:16]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[09:18]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[09:21]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[09:23]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[09:27]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[09:30]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[09:32]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[09:34]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[09:36]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[09:38]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[09:41]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[09:44]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[09:47]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[09:49]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
[09:53]
Prayer Participant 4
Blessed art thou among women, and blessed.
[09:56]
Prayer Participant 5
Is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[09:59]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:02]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:05]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[10:07]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[10:08]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[10:11]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[10:13]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:16]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:19]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:22]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[10:24]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[10:26]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[10:29]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[10:31]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:34]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:37]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:40]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[10:43]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[10:44]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[10:47]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[10:49]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[10:52]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[10:55]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[10:58]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[11:00]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:01]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[11:04]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:06]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[11:09]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[11:12]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners, Mary, now and at the hour of our death.
[11:15]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[11:17]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:19]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[11:21]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:24]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[11:26]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[11:29]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[11:33]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[11:34]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:36]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[11:39]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:41]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[11:44]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[11:47]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[11:51]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[11:53]
Prayer Participant 2
Hail Mary, full of grace.
[11:54]
Prayer Participant 3
The Lord is with the blessed art.
[11:57]
Prayer Participant 4
Thou among women, and blessed is the.
[11:59]
Prayer Participant 5
Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
[12:02]
Prayer Participant 1
Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for.
[12:05]
Prayer Participant 6
Us sinners now and at the hour of our death.
[12:08]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[12:09]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
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.
[12:19]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[12:20]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Oh, my Jesus, forgive us our sins. Save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
[12:35]
Prayer Leader
Amen.
[12:37]
Prayer Participant 3
All right.
[12:37]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Thanks, everyone, for joining me and praying with me today. I look forward to continuing this journey with you again tomorrow.
[12:43]
Prayer Leader
All right.
[12:44]
Prayer Participant 2
Poco. Poco.
[12:44]
Main Narrator (Fr. Mark Mary)
Friends, God bless y'.
[12:46]
Prayer Leader
All.