Saints Cornelius and Cyprian are commemorated together in the Catholic Church because of their close association and mutual support during the early Christian persecutions. Saint Cornelius was a pope and martyr, while Saint Cyprian was the Bishop of Carthage and also a martyr. The Church honors their memory with various prayers. Here are some approved prayers dedicated to Saints Cornelius and Cyprian:
1. Prayer to Saints Cornelius and Cyprian
O glorious martyrs, Saints Cornelius and Cyprian,
by your steadfast faith and courage in the face of persecution,
you bore witness to Christ and His Church.
Intercede for us, that we may remain firm in our faith
and endure all trials with the same courage and fidelity.
Grant us the grace to love and serve the Lord
with all our hearts, as you did,
and to spread His message of love and salvation to all.
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, pray for us,
that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Amen.
2. Collect for the Feast of Saints Cornelius and Cyprian
God our Father,
in Saints Cornelius and Cyprian,
You have given Your people an inspiring example
of dedication to the pastoral ministry and constant witness to Christ in their suffering.
May their prayers and faith give us courage
to work for the unity of Your Church.
Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son,
who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.
Amen.
3. Prayer for the Intercession of Saints Cornelius and Cyprian
O Saints Cornelius and Cyprian,
you devoted your lives to the service of God's people
and stood firm in your faith amidst the trials and tribulations of persecution.
We ask for your intercession in our own times of need and suffering.
Help us to remain steadfast in our faith,
to trust in God's providence, and to love our neighbors as ourselves.
Through your prayers, may we be granted the strength and courage
to face our own challenges with the same resolve and dedication.
May your example inspire us to live our lives in true witness to Christ,
ever faithful to His teachings and His Church.
Amen.
4. Litany of Saints Cornelius and Cyprian
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 Cornelius, pray for us.
Saint Cyprian, pray for us.
Saint Cornelius, Pope and Martyr, pray for us.
Saint Cyprian, Bishop and Martyr, pray for us.
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, defenders of the faith, pray for us.
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, models of pastoral care, pray for us.
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, witnesses to Christ’s love, pray for us.
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, steadfast in persecution, pray for us.
Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, patrons of unity and peace, 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, Saints Cornelius and Cyprian.
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray.
Almighty God, You gave Your holy martyrs, Cornelius and Cyprian,
the courage to witness to the Gospel of Christ, even unto death.
By their prayers, help us to endure all suffering for love of You,
and to seek You with all our hearts,
for You alone are the source of life and salvation.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
These prayers celebrate the virtues and martyrdom of Saints Cornelius and Cyprian, invoking their intercession for strength, courage, and fidelity in the Christian faith.
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