Saint Padre Pio, also known as Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, was a Capuchin friar known for his piety, mystical experiences, and stigmata. The Catholic Church reveres him as a saint and has approved several prayers dedicated to him. Here are some of the Church-approved prayers to Saint Padre Pio:
1. Novena Prayer to Saint Padre Pio
O God, You gave Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, Capuchin priest, the great privilege of participating in a unique way in the passion of Your Son; grant me through his intercession the grace of (mention your intention here), which I ardently desire; and above all grant me the grace of living in conformity with the death of Jesus, to arrive at the glory of the resurrection. Amen.
2. Prayer for Healing by the Intercession of Saint Padre Pio
Beloved Saint Padre Pio, you bore the signs of the stigmata, the wounds of Christ. You endured physical suffering with great courage and offered it as a prayer for the healing of others. Please intercede for me now, bringing my petition before the throne of God. (State your petition here.) May I be healed in body, mind, and spirit, according to God's holy will. Amen.
3. Prayer for Peace by Saint Padre Pio
O Saint Padre Pio, you experienced the wounds of Christ in your body and soul. You know the pain of this world and the longing for peace. Intercede for us, that we may be instruments of God's peace in our troubled world. Help us to follow the example of Jesus in seeking reconciliation and forgiveness. Pray for us, that we may be filled with the peace that surpasses all understanding. Amen.
4. Litany of Saint Padre Pio
Let us pray.
Almighty and eternal God, You granted Saint Padre Pio the grace of participating in the passion of Your Son, and You made him a powerful intercessor in Heaven. Grant us, through his intercession, the grace of (mention your intention here), which we ask with faith, and help us to imitate his example of holiness and charity. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
These prayers reflect the admiration and devotion of the faithful towards Saint Padre Pio and seek his intercession for various needs and intentions.