The Rosary Prayer by Prayer
How and Why We Pray the Christ-Centered Rosary of the Blessed Mother
Written By:
Mary K. Doyle
Illustrated By:
Joseph Cannella
Copyright: 2006
Easy and Inspiring Way to Pray the Rosary
Whether praying the rosary for the first time, or already praying it daily, readers will find that The Rosary Prayer by Prayer offers an easy and spiritually enriching way to pray the rosary. The prayers and mysteries are presented in this inspiring book in order alongside a diagram of a rosary with the corresponding beads encircled. Four complete rosaries can be prayed page by page; one each with the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious Mysteries. Related Scripture verses, insightful reflections, original prayers, and breathtaking artwork by Joseph Cannella accompany each of the mysteries.
In this beautiful book you also will find the history and benefits of praying the rosary and the meaning and development of the prayers of the rosary. What’s more, there is an appendix full of resources.
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Reviews
"The cover threw sparks at my heart! It is powerful, touching and a small introduction to more of the same inside . . . This book has something for everyone. It is written in easily understandable language, delivered in manageable portions . . . Although not always typical, they (the illustrations) are poignant, some so dynamic you may find yourself almost in tears (as I was) . . . This book makes you want to pray the Rosary more often, and it will mean more to you when you do!"
-Victoria E. Hebert,
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“. . . For those who hold the deepest reverence for the Blessed Virgin Mary, and in praying the Rosary, the reader will find this a wonderful and timely book that will give you further insight into the meaning, history, and recitation of this gift. For those who wish to find out more about the Rosary, or for those who wish to learn, but do not know how to begin, Ms. Doyle, in her kind and gentle dialogue, will guide the reader along and make the journey all that more joyful . . . The beautiful illustrations that are part of this book give us the visual education of what the Mysteries mean, as seen through the eyes of a most gifted artist. They give you pause to reflect and ponder on each part of the life of Jesus Christ.”
– Toni, the Bookworm
“The book is very impressive, well written, informative, and obviously, divinely inspired.”
–Dyan Garris, music composer
“The book is very understandable and very good for RCIA members. The art work is very inspirational and different from the ordinary presentations.”
–Sister Mary Stella Schellenberger
“As a convert, I was unfamiliar with the mechanics of the rosary. I found the book extremely helpful in strengthening my prayer life and enriching my devotion to Mary.”
–Lee Werner, Special Ed Teacher, Advocate
Rosary Basics
The rosary is one of the most profound forms of Christian prayer. Its essence is the contemplation upon God’s gift of redemption. In the Virgin Mary’s honor, through the prayers and mysteries of the rosary, glory and praise is given for God’s revelation in the human Person of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
The rosary consists of five decades. These decades are sets of prayers which include one Our Father, one Glory Be, ten Hail Marys and one of twenty mysteries. The Our Father is our most important prayer as it was taught by Jesus to his disciples. The Glory Be gives glory to God the Father. The repetition of Hail Marys not only honors Mary but promotes a meditative state which is beneficial to opening the mind for contemplation upon the mysteries.
The mysteries are key events in the lives of Jesus and Mary. Meditation focuses on Jesus’ Incarnation, ministry, Passion, Resurrection, and Ascension. Attention also is given to the descent of the Holy Spirit and the Assumption and Coronation of Mary in recognition of her special place as the mother of Jesus.
The Rosary Prayer by Prayer is available in hardcover and paperback editions. 224 pages.
Hardcover: $26.95, ISBN-13: 978-0-9677449-3-3,
ISBN-10: 0-9677449-3-8
Paperback: $19.95, ISBN-13: 978-09677449-4-0,
ISBN-10: 0-9677449-4-6