This way of praying with a rosary gives a comforting and uplifting rhythm to the days of Lent. I like to meditate as soon as I get up in the morning, even before my morning coffee, but it is important that you find your best time. The wonderful thing about praying with a rosary, is that it always feels as flexible as the string of beads itself. The rules are simple and few… a new prayer for each bead, with your fingers marking your place in the meditation. I suggest you sit comfortably, with your eyes closed, and let each word, each phrase simply roll across through your mind, slowly and easily, as you move the beads one by one through your fingers. If you are interrupted or your mind drifts, your finger is there to mark your place. When you are finished, sit quietly for an extra moment or two to listen within before moving on to the rest of your day. It is in this quiet interlude that I am most aware of God Within and most appreciative of the traditional roots of this practice and my connection to the rest of my spiritual community.
The order of Prayers
Cross: Invocation from the Mass of St. Julian
Triangular Bead: Aramaic Our Father from the Mass of St. Julian
First 11 Amber Beads: Hail Mary Mother
Divider Bead: Glory Be
Second 11 Amber Beads: Our Father
Divider Bead: Glory Be
Third 11 Amber Beads: Hail Mary Magdalene
Triangular Bead: Aramaic Our Father from the Mass of St. Julian
Please remember that this is a practice that is personal to me – it is offered in the spirit of suggestion and invitation. You may want to substitute prayers that resonate with your heart, your story, your beliefs… use whatever beads you choose, or no beads at all. Above all, let your heart both speak and listen through your practice.
