RLR Interview with Ruth Berghorst: Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary

"Our Lady faced so many more trials and sorrows than we will ever face in our lives," Ruth Berghorst shares, drawing from her personal devotion and insights from her latest book, Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary, co-authored with Dr. Joseph Hollcraft. Ruth explains how devotion to Mary’s sorrows reveals a path to overcoming temptations and trials. The book explores the spiritual practice of mental prayer, with guidance on the Chaplet of the Seven Sorrows of Mary, responding to Our Lady’s request for believers to stay close to her heart and pray for the salvation of souls. Ruth, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and Catholic convert, has spent over a decade mentoring young women in their spiritual journeys. Her deep love for the Passion of Christ and the sorrows of Mary fuels her mission to help others find hope and strength through redemptive suffering. This episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into Ruth’s personal faith journey and her dedication to sharing Our Lady of Sorrows' transformative grace.

Learn more about Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary here.