Dear God, Grant me the gift of prudence to make wise and informed decisions in my life. Guide me in discerning the right path to take and help me to always act in accordance with your will. May my actions be just and virtuous, and may I always use the gift of prudence to achieve …
Dear Lord, As I celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi today, I am filled with gratitude for the gift of the Eucharist, which strengthens and nourishes me each day. I offer you my praise and thanks for the real presence of your body and blood in the Eucharist, which gives us the courage and hope …
We pray You,O almighty and eternal God!Who through Jesus Christhast revealed Your glory to all nations,to preserve the works of Your mercy,that Your Church,being spread through the whole world,may continue with unchanging faithin the confession of your name. Amen. The legacy of Prayer for the Church #1 The Prayer for the Church #1 is a …
Dear Lord, As I reflect on the calling you have given to the bishops in our Church, I pray that you bless them with the wisdom, strength, and grace to lead us with love and compassion. I also pray that you bless their annual appeal and guide those of us who are able to give …
Heavenly Father,in these trying timeswhen the spirit of the agethreatens Christian values,give our bishop holiness of lifeand wisdom to direct and guide our (arch)diocesanfamily so that we may grow in your love.We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. The story of Prayer for the Bishop The Prayer for the Bishop is a Catholic prayer …
O Jesus, come back into our society, our family life, our souls and reign there as our peaceful sovereign. Enlighten with the splendor of faith and the charity of your tender heart the souls of those who work for the good of the people, for your poor. Impart in them your own spirit, a spirit …
Lord Jesus, Carpenter and King, supreme Sovereign of all men, look with tender mercy upon the multitudes of our day who bear the indignities of injustice everywhere. Raise up leaders in every land dedicated to Your standards of order, equity, and justice. Grant unto us, Lord Jesus, the grace to be worthy members of Your …
Dear God, I come before you today to pray for all seafarers who are far away from their homes and families. Grant them your protection and guidance as they navigate the treacherous waters of the sea. I pray for their safety as they face the challenges of their work, and that they may be granted …
Glory to you,O Lord our God,Your love calls us to be your people.By sharing our many and diverse giftswe share in your mission.We ask you, Lord,to shape us into a community of faith.Nourish us by your word and sacramentsthat we may grow into the image of Jesus.Through the power of your Holy Spirit,heal us that …
Lord God, no one is a stranger to you and no one is ever far from your loving care. In your kindness, watch over refugees and victims of war, those separated from their loved ones, young people who are lost, and those who have left home or who have run away from home.Bring them back …