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Learn the faith, then pray it

Clear answers about the rosary, Divine Mercy, novenas and the seasons of the Church year.

Rosary

How Long Does It Take to Pray the Rosary?A five-decade Rosary takes about 15 to 20 minutes. See how long each part takes, why the time varies, and how to pray when you only have five minutes.Rosary · 3 min read
The Luminous Mysteries: Why John Paul II Added ThemPope John Paul II added the five Luminous Mysteries to the Rosary in 2002. Learn what they are, why he chose them, and which day they are prayed.Rosary · 3 min read
What Are the Mysteries of the Rosary?The mysteries of the Rosary are 20 events from the lives of Jesus and Mary, grouped in four sets. See each set, its days, and how to meditate on them.Rosary · 3 min read

Divine Mercy

Divine Mercy Sunday 2027: Date, Novena, and IndulgenceDivine Mercy Sunday 2027 falls on April 4. See when the novena starts, the 3 pm Hour of Mercy, and the plenary indulgence conditions set by the Church.Divine Mercy · 3 min read

Church Seasons

Advent 2026: Dates and Prayers for the SeasonAdvent 2026 begins Sunday, November 29 and ends December 24, with Christmas on a Friday. See the key dates, the four Sundays, and prayers to use each week.Church Seasons · 3 min read

Prayer Life

What Is a Novena? Meaning and How to Pray OneA novena is nine days of prayer for a special intention. Learn where novenas come from, how to pray one, and which novenas Catholics pray most often.Prayer Life · 3 min read