by Chris Frame, PGK Follow me on Twitter: @pax_domini
The Battle of Lepanto
Saint of the Day Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary
Pope St. Pius V established this feast in 1573. The purpose was to thank God for the victory of Christians over the Turks at Lepanto—a victory attributed to the praying of [...] [...]

In each person, the Spirit reveals his presence in a particular way for the common good. [...]
By praying the Rosary before Mass each individual fulfills the requirement for a partial indulgence and if they go to confession a few days before or after, a plenary (complete) indulgence.
To gain a plenary indulgence the faithful must complete the following:
Be in a state of grace (free from mortal sin)
Be free from attachment to [...] [...]