How do you pray the Rosary?

The Rosary is prayed by reciting the Apostles' Creed, an Our Father, three Hail Marys, and a Glory Be to open, then meditating on a set of five Mysteries while praying one Our Father, ten Hail Marys, and one Glory Be for each Mystery. The Fatima Prayer is traditionally added after each Glory Be.

Step-by-Step Structure

After all five decades are complete, conclude by praying the Hail Holy Queen, followed optionally by a closing prayer and the Sign of the Cross.