The Dominican Sisters warmly invite everyone—whether you join us regularly or for the first time—to our monthly Rosary for Peace on Tuesday, January 20th, at 7:00 PM ET. This virtual gathering will be held on Zoom and YouTube, beginning with a brief introduction, followed by the Rosary. Your presence and participation will enrich this spiritually meaningful event.
The Rosary, rooted in Scripture, is a powerful prayer that guides us through the profound events—called “Mysteries”—in the lives of Mary and Jesus, remembered throughout the liturgical year. Its meditative repetition opens the heart to contemplative prayer, offering a path to inner peace and spiritual growth. By joining our Rosary for Peace, you are invited into a journey of reflection that can deepen your connection with God and inspire a more peaceful, prayerful life.
As Dominicans, we approach the Rosary in the ancient Catholic tradition, affirming it as “the layperson’s breviary.” The introductory prayers are drawn from the Liturgy of the Hours, a set of prayers that sanctify the hours of each day and form a vital part of the Church’s liturgical life.
In praying the Sorrowful Mysteries, we acknowledge the deep wounds inflicted by racism, injustice, and the lack of racial peace. We offer these mysteries for racial healing, uniting the suffering born of prejudice and division with Christ’s Passion, where every form of hatred is confronted and overcome by sacrificial love. As we meditate on His wounds with Mary, we pray for repentance, conversion of heart, forgiveness, and a renewed reverence for the God-given dignity of every human person.
To help you prepare, we encourage you to review our Rosary Outline for Participants, which provides a comprehensive guide to the flow.