Praying the Rosary Together: Pope Leo’s Invitation and a Guide for October
During the month of October, Pope Leo warmly invites everyone to pray the rosary each day. “I invite everyone to pray the rosary every day during the coming month—for peace—personally, with your families and in your communities,” he said, reminding us that October is traditionally dedicated to this prayer, with the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary on October 7.
By taking a different mystery each day, you and your young people can enjoy a month of meaningful reflection. With the Luminous Mysteries included, there are now twenty mysteries to guide your meditation. This practice can be used at home, in classrooms, or anywhere hearts seek peace.
Praying the Rosary
- In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
- Announce the mystery of the day.
- Pray the Our Father.
- Ask a student to read the passage from Scripture that is the root of the mystery.
- Take a few moments in silence and ask the students to pray for the truths contained in the mystery to be a part of their lives.
- Pray the Hail Mary ten times.
- Conclude with the prayer: “Father, may we say ‘yes’ to your will for our lives as Mary, Queen of the Rosary, said ‘yes’ to your will for her. We ask this through Christ the Lord. Amen.”
Joyful Mysteries
- Monday: The Annunciation (Luke 1:28–31)
- Tuesday: The Visitation (Luke 1:39–42)
- Wednesday: The Birth of Jesus (Luke 2:4–7)
- Thursday: The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple (Luke 2:27–32)
- Friday: The Finding of Jesus in the Temple (Luke 2:41–49)
Luminous Mysteries
- Monday: The Baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:16–17)
- Tuesday: The Miracle at Cana (John 2:1–10)
- Wednesday: The Proclamation of the Gospel (Mark 1:14–15)
- Thursday: The Transfiguration (Mark 9:2–8)
- Friday: The Institution of the Eucharist (Matthew 26:26–27)
Sorrowful Mysteries
- Monday: The Agony in the Garden (Mark 14:32–36)
- Tuesday: The Scourging at the Pillar (John 19:1–3)
- Wednesday: The Crowning with Thorns (Mark 15:16–20)
- Thursday: The Carrying of the Cross (Mark 15:21–22)
- Friday: Jesus is Crucified (Mark 15:33–39)
Glorious Mysteries
- Monday: The Resurrection (Matthew 28:1–8)
- Tuesday: The Ascension of Jesus (Luke 24:50–53)
- Wednesday: The Holy Spirit Descends on the Apostles (Acts 2:2–4)
- Thursday: The Assumption of Mary into Heaven (Luke 1:46–49)
- Friday: Mary is Crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth (Revelation 21:1–2)
This scriptural approach to praying the rosary each day in October will not only deepen your spiritual life but also bring you closer to the mysteries of the faith. Whether you are participating in a classroom setting or adapting this for personal prayer, may this guide help you and your community grow in faith and devotion.
Your guide to praying the Rosary
Rosary Novenas to Our Lady has provided comfort and hope to many people who have turned to Our Lady for help and solace in their times of trouble. Our hope is that these additional resources will be helpful as you continue honoring Our Lady and asking for her intercession throughout the year.
