Rediscover the Rosary Author:Matthew Kelly We live hectic lives in a chaotic world. All this can lead to a confusion that fogs the mind, unsettles the soul, and leads to poor decisions. Amidst such chaos and confusion, our souls yearn for peace and clarity. We long to hear God's voice with greater clarity. God wants to put things in order. He wants to rearrange our priorities. If we let... more » him, we will be happier than we ever thought possible in this lifetime, and finally then we will come to know the peace for which we all yearn, but so few of us ever find. Our Catholic spirituality is constantly inviting us to establish the deep roots of order in our lives, and one of the best ways I know to do that is by praying the Rosary.
The Rosary works. It's a very powerful way to pray. There is just something about it that settles our hearts and minds. It puts everything in perspective and allows us to see things as they really are. It reaches deep down into our souls and puts us at ease, creating a peace that is rare and beautiful. When I pray the Rosary, I am a better person. It makes me a better son, brother, husband, father, employer, neighbor, citizen, and a better member of the human family. It teaches me to slow down, calm down, let go, surrender, and listen. The Rosary teaches me how to simply be; and that is not a small or insignificant lesson. It is the perfect prayer for busy people in a busy, noisy, confused world.
But don't take my word for it. Try it for yourself. Develop a habit of praying the Rosary. The Rosary will focus you. It will calm your heart, mind, and spirit, so you can hear the voice of God. It will open the eyes of your heart so that you can recognize him at work in your life. It will lead you to make better decisions, become a better listener, get clear about what matters most and what matters least, and fill your life with peace and order. Discover for yourself the treasures of this powerful, ancient prayer.« less