Praying the Hail Mary Well

Brother Pius speaks of the twofold structure of the Hail Mary, the base prayer of the Rosary: the Hail Mary starts with what God has done through Mary, and then asks for her intercession.

It’s sort of like sitting at the feet of Mary and hearing her tell the story of her son’s life.

Brother Pius offers a way to make the prayer even more Christ-centered, by adding something about him or his life after you pray his name like this, “Blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus, crowned with thorns,” for example.

There’s no reason to be suspicious of the repetition of the prayers in the Rosary, because it creates space for contemplation, time to center ourselves and focus. It is also similar to how the psalms have been prayed for thousands of years, since they were, and are, prayed over and over as well.

Our blessed mother never tires of hearing us say, “I love you.” And there is no better way to say that than by praying the Rosary.

For further reading:

Paragraphs 2673-2679 of the Catechism speak of the significance of the Hail Mary

A Pocket Guide to the Rosary by Matt Fradd

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[CoolBreezeAnthony]

Praying the Hail Mary as well as the Rosary, with a small group or people in my church at St. Elizabeth of Hungary in Dallas TX was a deep personal and spiritual experience. Nothing is better than praying with other Catholics, especially after an 8 am mass with the Priests. I have been transformed by it. I pray the Rosary on my mother's Rosary. She was a graduate from Catholic School in Richmond, Virginia. God bless you all. Thank you for reading this message in the comments.

[akbflo]

I have such a hard time focusing my thoughts during prayer, but last night as I started the first Hail Mary of my Rosary, I was able to call her face to mind and when I said “Full of grace, ” she smiled. I didn’t actively ask my mind to make my image of her smile, so it felt like a bit of a blessing. Thank you so much for this series. It’s so nice to have practical advice on making the Rosary a bigger part of my life.

[ranchugoldfish]

When Brother Pius was talking about the little girl my mind flashed with an image of Jesus or a disciple sitting under a tree with a small child on his lap telling them a story. Thank you Brother Pius for that image. I believe that God is pleased with your work and has blessed both you and your work.

[aureliomartinez]

Don't feel lonely as a Catholic we are the body of Christ

[Sister_Felinity_Imaculata]

I am a convert to Catholicism, and it took me many years before conversion to reconcile within myself the Catholic understanding of our blessed Mother. I now pray the rosary daily, and have found myself hunting for recorded versions. There are times I can pray, but my hands are occupied, so a recording is helpful. There's an aspect of the recordings that bothers me, and that is the rushed nature of them. The Hail Mary is said so quickly that it's practically said in 3 words. Even when it is said slower, the second half is still incredibly rushed, with the speaker turning into an auctioneer by the time they reach "now and at the hour of our death. Amen." Death and amen are almost always one word. Because I was raised protestant, I know it is no light accusation that Catholic prayer is the epitome of the vain repetitions spoken of in the Bible. When the prayers of the rosary are spoken in such a hurried way, isn't that what they've been reduced to? Are we even paying attention go the meaning of the words and contemplating the mysteries of the faith at that point? Praying the rosary isn't a magical spell, where if we just say the words, we'll be under its protection. We shouldn't live up to negative stereotypes of our faith. Slow down. Meditate on what the words are saying and contemplate the mysteries. Praise be to God we have the opportunity.

[trevor]

Mary is so sweet, I can’t wait to be with her in heaven! I want to hug her, don’t know if we”ll be allowed bc she’s quenn

[ranchugoldfish]

One of the best and well articulated talks on the Rosary .
I have saved this video I will have to refer to it many times to extract all of its gifts.

[bbullwits]

Beautifully put. Thank you, gentlemen. Hail Mary, conceived without sin, pray for those who have recourse to Thee. 🕯✨️🕊

[Smas-dspd]

After many years of doing life "on my own, " I am rekindling my relationship with God, Jesus and Mary...this was an excellent message and lesson. I truly feel you two were my Divine messengers today. Thank you so much. Peace and much love to you both!

[GinnyandEric]

So many people don’t realize the Hail Mary comes from scripture. Great video 🙏🏼

[zoraidaiglesias]

I shared this with my husband in our way home. He enjoyed it as much as i did. Thanks again. We enjoy your channel and an awesome way for all of us to learn.

[xxdedszd]

This channel is really helping me reconnect with Catholicism. Thank you.

[ACatholicWife]

Such a beautiful video! Thank you 😊

I am continuing to grow deeper in my relationship with Our Lady and the rosary has been a key component to this journey for me.

Pax Christi,
🙏🏽 Deena

[judithfejedelem]

A wise and gentle priest encouraged me to pray for others while praying the Rosary by simply saying.... "Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for (say the name and any specific requests) now and forever. Amen. This way of praying for others has been such a blessing for me.

[suru]

It touches my heart to see how you listen to each other. So beautiful

[nates_doommetal_dungeon]

Beautiful and helpful message - really loving this series on the Rosary. Thank you Father Mark Mary and Brother Pius, for sharing your God-given wisdom and grace.

[DP-ezow]

Amen, God bless you and Mama Virgin Mary protects you.

[gerardjames]

OUR LADY HEARS YOU TWO YOUNG MEN AND SHE WILL SMILE UPON YOU BOTH.

[michaelmcevoy]

Great video guys. May Our Lady of Guadalupe Bless and help us all. 🕇🌹❤

[adeodata]

Oh wow. Such a different, simple, personal, profound and loving perspective.
💖Beautiful 💖
✨Thank you so much✨