Living the Mysteries of the Rosary: A Conversation with Patrick Yanke

What if the Rosary wasn’t just something you prayed, but something you lived every single day?

On this episode of The Engaged Parish Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Yanke, author of The Personal Rosary, to explore how the Rosary is more than a set of prayers—it’s a roadmap for living the Gospel in daily life.

Patrick shares the story of how years of reflection led him to rediscover the mysteries of the Rosary, not just as moments to meditate on, but as realities we are called to live. From seeing the Luminous Mysteries as a portrait of Christ (and ourselves in communion with Him)—Son of God, Son of Man, King, Prophet, and Priest—to recognizing the virtues woven into each decade, Patrick offers practical insights to help Catholics deepen their prayer life and live out the Rosary in tangible ways.

We also discuss the inspiration behind the artwork featured in The Personal Rosary, the importance of praying intentionally, and why Patrick considers this book a ministry first and foremost. With both a free app and physical copies available, Patrick’s goal is to put this resource into the hands of as many people as possible.

Watch the full conversation below and learn how you can receive a free copy of The Personal Rosary at eCatholic.com/Personal-Rosary.

If you'd like to invite Patrick to speak at your parish, email [email protected] for more information.