The Basilica of Superga, a symbol of faith and Turin's history, is transformed every day into a meeting place for the faithful who, at dusk in the afternoon, gather in prayer at the feet of the Madonna delle Grazie.
The daily Rosary prayer represents a moment of deep meditation and spiritual unity, deriving from the tradition of the Church, capable of renewing hope and strengthening the community in God. Prayer becomes an opportunity to live the Marian tradition, to meditate on the mysteries of Faith and to affirm the sense of belonging to a community founded on the values of Hope and Charity.
| Day | Time of the Rosary Prayer |
|---|---|
| Summer Time | Every day at 5:30 p.m. |
| Winter Time | Every day at 4:30 p.m. |
Moments of the Rosary Prayer
The prayer of the Rosary in the Basilica is not only the announcement of a fixed time, but a liturgical experience in communion with the whole Church and takes place through well-defined moments:
Welcome and Preparation: we look for a quiet place inside the Chapel of the Vow, allowing ourselves to be enveloped in silence aided by the splendor of the interior
Beginning of the Prayer: With the initial invocation, the meditative journey begins. Each rosary contains the repetition of prayers - the Our Father, the Hail Mary and the Gloria - divided into decades that act as stages for the spiritual journey.
Meditation on the Mysteries: The prayer is punctuated by reflection on the mysteries of the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary; an invitation to internalize the truths of faith, rediscovering the dimension of every moment.
Closing and Blessing: With a final prayer and blessing, the Rosary ends, leaving a sense of peace and spiritual renewal in the hearts of the participants.
The Meaning of the Rosary Prayer
The Rosary, with its structure of prayers and meditations, reveals itself as a particular tool for personal reflection and community prayer. It is a moment in which the noise of daily lives calms down to make room for silence and a renewed sense of faith. In an age where time often slips away, prayer offers the opportunity to stop, listen, and trust in God to find oneself.