Roses For Our Mother

All Day of Prayer and Fasting

For the conversion of hearts.

Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 12:00 to 17:30
Where: Downsview Park, Toronto. Meet at the Water Fountain.

The hours of the day

Sixteen twenty-minute windows. Each fits one set of mysteries.

The four sets of mysteries

Meditations on the life of Christ seen through the eyes of his Mother. We will pray whichever set fits the day. If you are new, stay close and follow along.

JoyfulMonday, Saturday: The Annunciation · The Visitation · The Nativity · The Presentation · The Finding in the Temple
SorrowfulTuesday, Friday: The Agony in the Garden · The Scourging at the Pillar · The Crowning with Thorns · The Carrying of the Cross · The Crucifixion
GloriousWednesday, Sunday: The Resurrection · The Ascension · The Descent of the Holy Spirit · The Assumption · The Coronation of Mary
LuminousThursday: The Baptism in the Jordan · The Wedding at Cana · The Proclamation of the Kingdom · The Transfiguration · The Institution of the Eucharist

A few practicalities

What should I bring?

A rosary if you have one (we will have spares to lend). Comfortable shoes. Water on warm days. Nothing else.

What if I am new to the rosary?

You are most welcome. Come a few minutes early. We will walk through the prayers together. You can pray along quietly or simply be present.

What if it rains?

We pray in light rain; bring an umbrella. In the event of heavy rain or a thunderstorm, we will email everyone with a confirmed slot a few hours before the start of the day.

Can I bring family or friends?

Please do. Each twenty-minute slot has three spots. Sign each person up so we know to expect them. Children are welcome.

Can I stay for more than one slot?

Yes. Sign up for as many as you would like. Each is one rose laid before our Mother.

Future vigils

One quiet email when the next event opens for sign-ups. Nothing else.