Saint Jeanne Elizabeth des Bichier des Anges, often referred to as Saint Elizabeth Bichier, was the co-founder of the Daughters of the Cross (Sisters of St. Andrew). She is known for her deep faith and dedication to education and the care of the poor. The Catholic Church honors her with specific prayers seeking her intercession. Here are some church-approved prayers dedicated to Saint Elizabeth Bichier:
1. Prayer to Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges
O God, who didst raise up in Thy Church
Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges
to show others the way of salvation,
grant us, through her intercession,
to follow Christ faithfully in this life,
so that we may come to see Thee eternally in the next.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son,
who lives and reigns with Thee
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.
Amen.
2. Collect for the Feast of Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges
O God, who called Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges
to seek You and to spread Your love,
grant that through her example and intercession
we may serve You with an undivided heart
and work tirelessly for the salvation of souls.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son,
who lives and reigns with You
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, forever and ever.
Amen.
3. Prayer for the Intercession of Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges
Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges,
you who dedicated your life to the service of the poor,
the sick, and the uneducated,
intercede for us that we may grow in charity and love
towards those in need.
Help us to see Christ in everyone we meet
and to serve Him with a joyful heart.
Grant us the grace to follow your example of humility,
patience, and dedication to God’s will.
Through your intercession, may we be granted the strength
to live out our faith with courage and perseverance.
Amen.
4. Litany of Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us.
Christ, graciously hear us.
God, the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.
God, the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God, the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, one God, have mercy on us.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, faithful servant of Christ, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, lover of the poor, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, model of humility, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, steadfast in faith, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, devoted to the Eucharist, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, example of patience, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, educator of youth, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, founder of the Daughters of the Cross, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, guide for those seeking God’s will, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, intercessor for the afflicted, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, champion of the marginalized, pray for us.
Saint Elizabeth, promoter of Christian unity, pray for us.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.
Pray for us, Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges.
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray.
O God, who in Thy wonderful providence
hast enlightened Thy Church by the example and teaching
of Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges,
grant that we who venerate her memory
may be taught by her example
to love Thee above all things and to serve Thee faithfully
in our brothers and sisters.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
These prayers are used to honor Saint Elizabeth Bichier des Anges, seeking her intercession for various needs, and to be inspired by her example of faith, service, and dedication to God's will.
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