family rosary USA

Family Rosary USA

Over the years, Family Rosary USA has produced many blogs, eBooks, and social media posts sharing advice from families who have incorporated the Rosary into their prayer life. Many admit it is not easy, some even go so far as to say they have ‘failed’ at their first attempts but are grateful they kept trying!

Father Peyton said it best, the Rosary is "Just a few simple, beautiful prayers repeated over and over, while we meditate on the life and teachings of Our Lord... Make this prayer a part of your life, and gain for yourself and for your family all the blessings it can bring you."

As encouragement, we’d like to share some of our favorite testimonies:

One more opportunity we use for family prayer is a long car ride. This summer, we took several day trips and on our way to our destination, we would pray the Rosary. Our children somewhat participated, but my husband and I think it was a fantastic way to start a fun family day. It really brought us peace. ~ Amy B.

One morning a couple of years ago on the ride to school, as my kids were up to their usual antics in the back seat, I opened my mouth ready to lose my temper. Instead, the “Our Father” came spilling out. I was intentionally loud– an exaggerated prayer to invoke some patience. To my surprise, we muddled through a whole decade, almost by accident. I had always assumed travel prayer was just for subdued, Von Trapp-style families. But I became so motivated by the four whole minutes of relative peace that we stuck with it in the following weeks. Eventually, I thought why not get eight whole minutes of peace? Two decades! Months later we were able to squeeze in two more on the way home. I couldn't believe how easy it was to stick with it when it was tied to our morning routine.  ~ Katie K

For the Rosary, start with one decade and add another over time. Try using rosary toys like “pop it” rosaries to help with fidgeting. Pray an intention at each Hail Mary. Remember that there is no right way to pray as a family—it will be chaotic at times, there will be interruptions, and sometimes things will arise that cause us to end family prayer time before we intended it to be over. However, if we keep it positive and are not forceful about it, praying as a family will be a powerful experience that will bless our children for the rest of their lives.  ~ Anna A.

Family life is joyful chaos…and praying the Rosary as a family is no exception! But I can honestly say this simple devotion has changed our lives and inspired our children. After many spectacular failures, here are some of our favorite tips. Schedule it, start small, switch it up, and remember your purpose. ~ Katie T.

Family Rosary USA is currently working to create a landing page for the vast quantity of family-friendly prayer resources. You can find the growing list here:  Prayer Resources (familyrosary.org)