Rosary Prayer for Friday
The Rosary for Friday traditionally focuses on the Sorrowful Mysteries, which reflect on Jesus’ suffering and sacrifice for humanity. The Rosary consists of 59 prayers (Our Fathers, Hail Marys, and Glories), but you may pray additional devotional prayers to reach 87 prayers in total.
Rosary Prayers for Friday (Sorrowful Mysteries)
1. Opening Prayers (3 Prayers)
- Sign of the Cross
- Apostles’ Creed
- Our Father
2. Introductory Hail Marys (3 Prayers)
4-6. Three Hail Marys (For faith, hope, and charity)
3. First Sorrowful Mystery: The Agony in the Garden (11 Prayers)
- Our Father
8-17. Ten Hail Marys - Glory Be
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4. Second Sorrowful Mystery: The Scourging at the Pillar (11 Prayers)
- Our Father
20-29. Ten Hail Marys - Glory Be
5. Third Sorrowful Mystery: The Crowning with Thorns (11 Prayers)
- Our Father
32-41. Ten Hail Marys - Glory Be
6. Fourth Sorrowful Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross (11 Prayers)
- Our Father
44-53. Ten Hail Marys - Glory Be
7. Fifth Sorrowful Mystery: The Crucifixion (11 Prayers)
- Our Father
56-65. Ten Hail Marys - Glory Be
8. Closing Prayers (6 Prayers)
- Hail Holy Queen
- Final Rosary Prayer (O God, whose only begotten Son…)
- Prayer for the Pope’s Intentions (Our Father)
70-72. Three Hail Marys - Glory Be
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9. Additional Prayers for Meditation (14 Prayers)
- Prayer of Surrender to God’s Will
- Act of Contrition
- Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
77-80. Four Extra Hail Marys (For the Souls in Purgatory)
81-84. Four Extra Our Fathers (For the Church and the World) - Memorare Prayer
- Prayer to St. Joseph
- Prayer to Our Lady of Sorrows
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Praying the 87 Rosary Prayers on Friday helps deepen our reflection on Jesus’ suffering, strengthen our faith, and seek God’s mercy. The Sorrowful Mysteries remind us of Christ’s love, sacrifice, and redemption.
Summary
The Friday Rosary follows the Sorrowful Mysteries, focusing on Jesus’ passion and sacrifice. Below is a tabulated summary of the 87 prayers included in the Rosary.
| Section | Prayer | Number of Prayers | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opening Prayers | Sign of the Cross, Apostles’ Creed, Our Father | 3 | Invocation of faith and trust in God |
| Introductory Hail Marys | Three Hail Marys | 3 | For faith, hope, and charity |
| First Sorrowful Mystery (Agony in the Garden) | Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, Glory Be | 11 | Jesus’ suffering in Gethsemane |
| Second Sorrowful Mystery (Scourging at the Pillar) | Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, Glory Be | 11 | Jesus’ flogging and endurance of pain |
| Third Sorrowful Mystery (Crowning with Thorns) | Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, Glory Be | 11 | Jesus mocked and crowned with thorns |
| Fourth Sorrowful Mystery (Carrying of the Cross) | Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, Glory Be | 11 | Jesus carrying His cross to Calvary |
| Fifth Sorrowful Mystery (Crucifixion) | Our Father, 10 Hail Marys, Glory Be | 11 | Jesus’ death on the cross for our sins |
| Closing Prayers | Hail Holy Queen, Final Rosary Prayer, Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be | 6 | Seeking Mary’s intercession and blessing |
| Additional Devotions | Act of Contrition, Prayer of Surrender, Prayer to Sacred Heart, Extra Hail Marys & Our Fathers, Memorare, Prayer to St. Joseph, Prayer to Our Lady of Sorrows | 14 | Deepening devotion and reflection |
Conclusion
The Friday Rosary, centered on the Sorrowful Mysteries, is a powerful meditation on Jesus’ passion, suffering, and sacrifice for humanity. As we pray through 87 electrifying prayers, we journey with Christ through His agony, scourging, crowning with thorns, carrying of the cross, and crucifixion.
These prayers strengthen our faith, deepen our trust in God’s mercy, and draw us closer to Christ’s love. By meditating on His suffering, we are reminded of:
- God’s immense love for us, demonstrated through Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice.
- The power of endurance and trust, even in trials and suffering.
- The call to repentance, forgiveness, and a renewed spirit.
- The intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who stands as our guide and mother in faith.
- Hope in Christ’s resurrection, which follows suffering and brings salvation.
As we conclude our Rosary prayers, let us carry the grace, peace, and strength of these devotions into our daily lives, allowing them to shape our hearts and actions.
May this sacred prayer bring blessings, healing, and a deeper union with God. Amen.
