“Take My Hand, O Blessed Mother“ is a prayer that reflects the belief in Our Lady’s maternal care and her willingness to assist her children who call upon her. It is a plea for guidance, protection, and strength throughout life’s journey, recognizing Our Lady as our compassionate and loving mother.
Take my hand, O Blessed Mother. Hold me firmly lest I fall. If I’m nervous while I’m walking, Quickly heed my humble call. Guide me over every crossing, Watch me when I’m on the stairs. Let me know that you’re beside me, Listen to my fervent prayers. Bring me to my destination. Keep me safe along the way. Bless my every undertaking, And my duties for the day. When the evening draws upon me, I do not fear to be alone. Once again, O Blessed Mother, Take my hand and lead me home. Amen.
In her diary, St. Faustina composed this prayer for priests, imploring for the Lord to grant to them necessary graces and His Divine blessing upon His Church.
Heavenly Father, grant that our priests be strengthened and healed by the power of the Eucharist they celebrate. May the Word they proclaim give them courage and wisdom.
We pray that all those whom they seek to serve may see in them the love and care of Jesus, our Eternal High Priest, who is Lord for ever and ever. Amen.
Mary, Mother of the Church, look tenderly upon your sons, our priests.
St Joseph, Patron of the Universal Church, pray for us all.
O my Jesus, I beg You on behalf of the whole Church, grant it love and the light of Your Spirit and give power to the words of priests, so that hardened hearts might be brought to repentance and return to You, O Lord.
Lord, give us holy priests; You Yourself maintain them in holiness.
O Divine and Great High Priest, may the power of Your mercy accompany them everywhere and protect them from the devil’s snares which are continually being set for the souls of priests. May the power of Your mercy, O Lord, shatter and bring to naught all that might tarnish the sanctity of priests, for You can do all things.
The St. Andrew Christmas Novena is a treasured Catholic tradition that begins on November 30th, the feast of St. Andrew the Apostle, and continues daily through Christmas Eve. This beautiful devotion helps the faithful prepare their hearts for the coming of Our Lord Jesus Christ through 25 days of contemplative prayer.
Though its exact origins are unknown, this cherished prayer is believed to be over 100 years old and likely came from Ireland. The novena takes its name from St. Andrew’s feast day, which providentially marks the beginning of the Advent season. St. Andrew, the first apostle called by Our Lord and the one who brought his brother Peter to Christ, serves as our spiritual guide as we prepare to welcome the Messiah.
[Pray this prayer 15 times daily from November 30-December 24 for your special intention]
Hail and blessed be the hour and moment in which the Son of God was born of the most pure Virgin Mary, at midnight, in Bethlehem, in the piercing cold. In that hour vouchsafe, I beseech Thee, O my God, to hear my prayer and grant my desires through the merits of Our Savior Jesus Christ, and of His blessed Mother. Amen.
The “Saint Joseph Rosary”is a Catholic devotional prayer that honors the life and virtues of St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus and spouse of the Virgin Mary, through five mysteries: The Betrothal to Mary, The Annunciation to Joseph, The Birth and Naming of Jesus, The Flight into Egypt, and The Hidden Life at Nazareth. Each mystery is accompanied by the recitation of the Our Father, ten Hail Josephs, and the Glory Be, with the rosary beginning and ending with additional prayers emphasizing St. Joseph’s purity, fidelity, humility, and his role in the Holy Family, while asking for his intercession to help the faithful imitate his virtues and trust in God’s will.
Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
Our Father Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Joseph – Prayed 3 times for Purity, Fidelity, and Humility Hail Joseph, Son of David, spouse of Mary. Blessed art thou among patriarchs, and blessed is thy Holy Family. Holy Joseph, Guardian of Jesus, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The First Mystery: The Betrothal to Mary Let us contemplate in this mystery how the Blessed Virgin Mary was betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, beginning a loving partnership, not of carnal embrace but of a most loving affection, not of a union of bodies but a communion of souls; Through the intercession of Joseph, may we come to understand the true meaning of marital love and thereby strengthen our families. Our Father… Hail Joseph… (10 times) Glory Be…
The Second Mystery: The Annunciation to St. Joseph Let us contemplate in this mystery how Joseph being a righteous man had decide to divorce our Lady quietly when she was found with child, and how the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and declared unto him that the child had been conceived through the power of Holy Spirit. Through the intercession of Joseph, may we be courageous in our duties to God and each other. Our Father… Hail Joseph… (10 times) Glory Be…
The Third Mystery: The Birth and Naming of Jesus Let us contemplate in this mystery how Joseph went up to Bethlehem with Mary, and while they were there, in the city of David, she gave birth to the Savior, Christ the Lord. And when eight days were completed for his circumcision, he was named Jesus. the intercession of Joseph, may we obtain the grace of greater reverence to the name which is above all names, the only name in which we claim salvation, the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Our Father… Hail Joseph… (10 times) Glory Be…
The Fourth Mystery: The Flight into Egypt Let us contemplate in this mystery how Joseph, being a devoted spouse and guardian of the Holy Family, took Jesus and Mary to Egypt. Through the intercession of Joseph, may we be devoted to: Jesus and Mary, and the protection of the most vulnerable among us. Our Father… Hail Joseph… (10 times) Glory Be…
The Fifth Mystery: The Hidden Life at Nazareth Let us contemplate in this mystery how Joseph took Jesus and Mary to Nazareth and there lived a quiet life working as a carpenter with Jesus and Mary at his side, through the joys and sorrows of everyday life, until the end. Through the intercession of Joseph, may we have a happy life and peaceful death with Jesus and Mary always at our side. Our Father… Hail Joseph… (10 times) Glory Be…
Concluding Prayers: O Blessed Joseph, yours the praise The choirs of angels sing, The guardian of the Virgin blest, And of her Child and King. The prophets told of God to come: The Son of God on earth; Yours was the glory then to be There at the Savior’s birth. To him, the Father’s only Son You served as father here; He was subjected to your will He, whom the heavens revere.
As once you sought and found again The Christ, the Lord of light; So may we walk with him, like you All humble in his sight. O Father, Son and Holy Spirit, The God of truth and grace, by holy Joseph’s prayers, grant that we may see your face.
Pray for us O Blessed Joseph, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Almighty and eternal God, grant, we beseech thee, that by meditating upon the mysteries of the Rosary of Saint Joseph, we may imitate his prayerful trust, and faithfully carry out your holy will, despite difficulties, uncertainties, and fears. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The “Regina Caeli” (Queen of Heaven) is a hymn sung, chanted, and/or prayed throughout the Easter season at 6am, 12pm (noon), and 6pm. It is a beautiful reminder of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and calls to Mary to intercede for us with God.
V. Queen of Heaven, rejoice, alleluia. R. For He whom you did merit to bear, alleluia.
V. Has risen, as he said, alleluia. R. Pray for us to God, alleluia.
V. Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, alleluia. R. For the Lord has truly risen, alleluia.
Let us pray.
O God, who gave joy to the world through the resurrection of Thy Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, grant we beseech Thee, that through the intercession of the Virgin Mary, His Mother, we may obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.
A petitioning the celestial weapon wielded by the Archangel Michael to protect the supplicant from spiritual ruin and destructive influences. The prayer beseeches the sword to grant victory over evil, lead the faithful to God’s grace, and make them worthy of Christ’s promises through the power of the Holy Spirit.
O Glorious Sword given to Michael the Archangel, by the Eternal Father, of the celestial realm!
Glorious Sword, fight all spirit of ruin in our families, in our minds and in our hearts.
Glorious Sword of St. Michael the Archangel, place this victorious sign on my right hand to give the final victory and to be able to overcome all of the destructive spirit that wants to lead me away from the Sanctifying Grace. Come Glorious Sword of St. Michael, Flash with a ray of the Holy Spirit, so that we can see the face of our Heavenly Beloved Father and be worthy of the promises of my Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
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The “Prayer to the Holy Innocents” is a prayer to the infants of Bethlehem, the very first Christian martyrs, who were slaughtered at the orders of King Herod, who was seeking to eliminate the Baby Jesus, who Herod saw as a threat to his kingship, as reported in Sacred Scripture:
“When Herod realized that he had been deceived by the magi, he became furious. He ordered the massacre of all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had ascertained from the magi.” (Matthew 2:16)
Holy Innocents, you died before you were old enough to know what life means, pray for all children who die young that God may gather them into His loving arms.
Holy Innocents, you were killed because one man was filled with hatred, pray for those who hate that God may touch their hearts and fill them with love.
Holy Innocents, you experienced a violent death, pray for all who are affected by violence that they may find peace and love.
Holy Innocents, your parents grieved for you with deep and lasting sorrow, pray for all parents who have lost young children that God may wrap a warm blanket of comfort around them.
Holy Innocents, those around you certainly felt helpless to prevent your deaths, pray for all who feel helpless in their circumstances that they may cling to God for courage and hope.
Holy Innocents, you who are now in Heaven, pray for all of us, that one day we may join you there to bask in God’s love forever. Amen.
Let us pray: We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the Holy Innocents of Bethlehem by King Herod. Receive, we pray, into the arms of Your mercy all innocent victims; and by Your great might frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and establish Your rule of justice, love and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.
This moving Prayer to Saint Rita for Impossible Cases & Special Needs invites us to seek her powerful intercession by recounting her virtues and the trials she faced, earnestly imploring her to “obtain for us our request.” The prayer is a heartfelt appeal to God’s infinite tenderness, affirming that He is the source of strength and comfort for all who trust in Him.
O Holy Patroness of those in need, St. Rita, whose pleadings before thy Divine Lord are almost irresistible, who for thy lavishness in granting favors hast been called the Advocate of the HOPELESSand even of the IMPOSSIBLE; St. Rita, so humble, so pure, so mortified, so patient and of such compassionate love for the Crucified Jesus that thou couldst obtain from Him whatsoever thou askest, on account of which all confidently have recourse to thee, expecting, if not always relief, at least comfort; be propitious to our petition, showing thy power with God on behalf of thy suppliant; be lavish to us, as thou hast been in so many wonderful cases, for the greater glory of God, for the spreading of thine own devotion, and for the consolation of those who trust in thee. We promise, if our petition is granted, to glorify thee by making known thy favor, to bless and sing thy praises forever. Relying then upon thy merits and power before the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we pray thee grant that (here mention your request).
By the singular merits of thy childhood, obtain for us our request. By thy perfect union with the Divine Will, obtain for us our request. By thy heroic sufferings during thy married life, obtain for us our request. By the consolation thou didst experience at the conversion of thy husband, obtain for us our request. By the sacrifice of thy children rather than see them grievously offend God, obtain for us our request. By the severe penances and trice daily scourgings, obtain for us our request. By the suffering caused by the wound thou didst receive from the thorn of thy Crucified Savior, obtain for us our request. By the divine love which consumed thy heart, obtain for us our request. By that remarkable devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, on which alone thou dost exist for four years, obtain for us our request. By the happiness with which thou didst part from thy trials to join thy Divine Spouse, obtain for us our request. By the perfect example you gavest to people of every state of life, obtain for us our request.
Pray for us, O holy St. Rita, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray: O God, Who in Thine infinite tenderness hast vouchsafed to regard the prayer of Thy servant, Blessed Rita, and dost grant to her supplication that which is impossible to human foresight, skill and efforts, in reward of her compassionate love and firm reliance on Thy promise, have pity on our adversity and succor us in our calamities, that the unbeliever may know Thou art the recompense of the humble, the defense of the helpless, and the strength of those who trust in Thee, through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Amen.
This heartfelt “Prayer to St. Peregrine“, as a mighty wonder worker, recalls his own miraculous healing from cancer through Jesus’ intervention. In this prayer, we request St. Peregrine’s prayerful support for sick relatives and friends, asking for God’s gracious blessing and complete cure. The prayer concludes by seeking St. Peregrine’s intercession for gratitude towards every healing, favor, and grace from the Lord God, who is glorified in His saints.
We honor you, St. Peregrine, as a mighty wonder worker, because of the miracles obtained through your intercession for persons who had recourse to your kind and powerful prayers. For many years, you were afflicted with the same cancerous disease from which thousands now suffer. When the power of man could do no more, you were favored with a vision of Jesus leaning down from His cross and touching and healing you.
Trusting in your compassion and readiness to help, we request your prayerful support for our sick relatives and friends.
[Pause here and silently recall the names of the sick persons for whom you are praying.]
May the gracious blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, descend upon all our sick relatives and friends. May it be accomplished by the complete cure which they desire and for which we pray.
Intercede for us all, St. Peregrine, that we may be sincerely grateful for every healing, every favor and grace from the Lord God, who is ever glorified in His saints. Amen.
This “Prayer to St. Monica”, mother of St. Augustine, seeks her intercession for all mothers to draw their children closer to God, even those who have gone astray. Inspired by St. Monica’s persistent prayers for the conversion of her husband and son, the supplicant asks for the same fortitude, patience, and trust in the Lord. They request St. Monica’s intercession for their own intentions and the grace to accept God’s will in all things.
Prayer to St. Monica
Patroness of Wayward Children & Difficult Marriages
Exemplary Mother of the Great Augustine, you perseveringly pursued your wayward son, not with threats, but with prayerful cries to heaven. Intercede for all mothers in our day so that they may learn to draw their children to God. Teach them how to remain close to their children, even the prodigal sons and daughters who have sadly gone astray.
Dear St Monica, troubled wife and mother, many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime, yet you never despaired or lost faith.With confidence, persistence, and profound faith, you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius, and your beloved son, Augustine; your prayers were answered. Grant me that same fortitude, patience, and trust in the Lord. Intercede for me, dear St. Monica, that God may favorably hear my plea.
(mention your intention here)
Grant me the grace to accept His Will in all things, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Our Father Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
