I am but a mere member of the laity, I come before you, Lord, on bended knee, Asking for your strength to fulfill my duty. Grant me the grace to be your faithful servant, To spread your love to all whom I encounter, To bring hope to those who are lost and fervor to those …
Lord God,your own Son was delivered into the hands of the wicked,yet he prayed for his persecutorsand overcame hatred with the blood of the Cross.Relive the sufferings of the innocent victims of war;grant them peace of mind, healing of body,and a renewed faith in your protection and care.Grant this through Christ our Lord. Further insights …
Dear Lord, As I pray for the helpless unborn, I am filled with a deep sense of compassion for these innocent lives. I ask that you protect and preserve their precious lives, for they are a true gift from you. May we never forget our duty to speak out and advocate for the rights of …
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 …