VATICAN CITY -- Putting his personal stamp on a Roman Catholic tradition virtually untouched in 500 years, Pope John Paul II added a new set of meditations to the church’s beloved rosary Wednesday -- ...

In an era where mindfulness apps dominate smartphones and meditation studios populate urban corners, a new groundbreaking international study suggests that the ancient Catholic prayer practice of ...

Scores of Catholics and other practicing Christians pray the rosary all year long — and many bestow gifts of rosaries on family and friends for Christmas and other special occasions. What is the ...

A new Catholic convert who was “struggling” with some things in the faith asked me about the Rosary some years ago: Mary is most often mentioned in its entirety. I find it difficult meditating on ...

NEW BEDFORD — October is the month of the Holy Rosary. Sponsored by the Legion of Mary, a traditional Living Rosary will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 at St. Joseph-St. Therese Church, 51 Duncan St ...

In titling this piece “In defense of” I do not mean that either the Rosary or meditation is under attack. I use the word defense as a synonym for justification, to support, or to protect. For many ...