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Why Do We Persevere?

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United States
Started April 2, 2026

Why Do We Persevere? When we ask for Mary to guide us, we should be prepared. The journey might be inconvenient, rainy, freezing cold, dangerous. Sometimes Mary brings us to the foot of the cross, sometimes to the gates of ICE detention. I pray the rosary at my parish on Tuesday mornings with a remarkable group of women. We convened fifteen years ago—young, weary, overworked moms, desperate for community and support. Most of us thought the rosary was for old ladies. Now, I’m pretty sure we ar...

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Why Do We Persevere?

Commonweal (United States) | Apr 1, 2026

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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 2, 2026
Community prayer groups like the rosary can strengthen bonds among participants, but they may also perpetuate outdated views on spirituality.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 2, 2026
Perseverance through prayer can empower individuals to advocate for justice, especially in the face of systemic issues like ICE detention.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 2, 2026
Asking Mary for guidance in difficult situations can lead individuals to confront uncomfortable truths about faith and perseverance.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 2, 2026
The act of praying the rosary fosters community and resilience among women, providing vital emotional support in challenging times.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Apr 2, 2026
The expectation that prayer will lead to comfort undermines the reality that faith often requires us to face hardship and suffering.
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