Blessed Virgin Mary – Hail Mary, Memorare, Hail Holy Queen
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace,
The Lord is with thee;
Blessed art thou among women,
And blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
Pray for us sinners,
Now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
Memorare
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided.
Inspired with this confidence,
I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother;
to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen.
Hail Holy Queen
Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy,
our life, our sweetness, and our hope.
To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve;
to thee do we send up our sighs,
mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, most gracious advocate,
thine eyes of mercy toward us;
and after this our exile,
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
Pray for us, O holy Mother of God,
that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray:
Almighty and eternal God,
who by the co-operation of the Holy Spirit,
didst prepare the body and soul of the glorious Virgin-Mother Mary,
that she might be a worthy habitation of Thy Son;
and that by the operation of the Holy Spirit,
in the womb of the blessed Virgin Mary,
the mighty Redeemer of the human race was conceived;
grant that we who with devout hearts celebrate the festival of the blessed Virgin Mary,
may by her merits and intercession,
be freed from all sins and dangers.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
St. Joseph – Litany of St. Joseph, Prayer for Workers
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, pray for us.
St. Joseph, pray for us.
Renowned offspring of David, pray for us.
Light of the patriarchs, pray for us.
Spouse of the Mother of God, pray for us.
Chaste guardian of the Virgin, pray for us.
Foster father of the Son of God, pray for us.
Diligent protector of Christ, pray for us.
Head of the Holy Family, pray for us.
Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, pray for us.
Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.
V. And he called his name Jesus.
R. And he was subject to them.
Prayer for Workers
O glorious St. Joseph, model of all those who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work conscientiously, putting the call of duty above my many sins; to work with thankfulness and joy, considering it an honor to employ and develop, by means of labor, the gifts received from God; to work with order, peace, moderation, and patience, never shrinking from it through weariness or difficulty; to work, above all, with purity of intention and detachment from self, having always death before my eyes and the account which I must render of time lost, of talents wasted, of good omitted, of evil done; to work, as the Lord has commanded, that I may restore the divine likeness in myself, and make myself a temple of the Holy Spirit, and an heir of heaven. Amen.
May St. Joseph's intercession and guidance inspire workers everywhere to find dignity and purpose in their labor.
St. Peter – Prayer for Strength of Faith
O Holy Apostle, because you are the Rock upon which Almighty God has built His church; obtain for me I pray you, lively faith, firm hope and burning love; complete detachment from myself, contempt of the world, patience in adversity, humility in prosperity, recollection in prayer, purity of heart, a right intention in all my works, diligence in fulfilling the duties of my state of life, constancy in my resolutions, resignation to the will of God and perseverance in the grace of God even unto death; that so, by means of your intercession and your glorious merits, I may be worthy to appear before the chief and eternal Shepherd of souls, Jesus Christ, Who with the Father and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns forever. Amen.
St. Paul – Prayer
O glorious St. Paul, who from a persecutor of Christianity, didst become a most ardent Apostle of zeal; and who to make known the Savior Jesus Christ unto the ends of the world didst suffer with joy imprisonment, scourgings, stonings, shipwrecks and persecutions of every kind, and in the end didst shed thy blood to the last drop, obtain for us the grace to receive, as favors of the Divine mercy, infirmities, tribulations, and misfortunes of the present life, so that the vicissitudes of this our exile will not render us cold in the service of God, but will render us always more faithful and more fervent.
V. Pray for us, Saint Paul the Apostle,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Amen.
Let us pray
O God, Who hast taught the multitude of the Gentiles by the preaching of blessed Paul the Apostle: grant unto us, we beseech Thee, that we who keep his memory sacred, may feel the might of his intercession before Thee. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer Source: Raccolta, The — A Manual of Indulgences by Sacred Penitentiary Apostolic, Benziger Brothers, Inc. , 1957
St. Andrew – Prayer for Evangelists
O Glorious St. Andrew,
you were the first to recognize
and follow the Son of God.
With your friend, St. John,
you remained with Jesus,
for your entire life,
and now throughout eternity.
Just as you led your brother, St Peter,
to Christ and many others after him,
draw us also to Him.
Teach us how to lead them,
solely out of love for Jesus
and dedication to His service.
Help us to learn the lesson of the Cross
and carry our daily crosses without complaint,
so that they may carry us
to God the Almighty Father. Amen.
St. John the Apostle – Prayer for Love and Mercy
O Glorious St. John,
Beloved Apostle of Jesus and Blessed Disciple of His love,
you stood by the Cross of our Savior, faithful until the end.
Chosen as the guardian of His Blessed Mother,
you experienced the depth of His infinite mercy.
Teach us to love as you did,
with a pure and selfless heart,
seeking only to glorify God and serve others.
May we learn from your example to embrace the truth,
walk in the light of Christ,
and bring His love to a world in need of healing.
Intercede for us, dear St. John,
that we may grow in love and mercy,
reflecting the Heart of Jesus in all we do.
Help us to persevere in faith,
so that we too may rejoice in the eternal glory
you now share with the Blessed Trinity.
Through your prayers,
may we remain ever close to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Amen.
St. John the Apostle, Beloved Disciple of Love, pray for us!
Pilgrim's Prayer to St. James the Greater
O God, who called Your servant St. James the Greater
to be among the first Apostles of Your Son,
and who made him a witness of the Transfiguration
and the Passion of Christ,
grant us, through his intercession,
strength and courage as we walk in faith.
St. James, Apostle and Patron of pilgrims,
guide us on our journey along the Way of St. James.
Teach us to open our hearts to the wisdom of the Gospel,
to endure trials with patience,
and to trust in the providence of God.
May our pilgrimage bring us closer to Christ,
renew our hope,
and deepen our love for God and neighbor.
Be with us as we tread this path,
guard us from harm,
and help us to return home
with a heart transformed by the grace of the journey.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,
Amen.
St. James the Greater, Patron of Pilgrims, pray for us!
Prayer to St. Bartholomew for Truth
O Glorious St. Bartholomew,
Apostle of Christ and fearless preacher of the Gospel,
you proclaimed the truth of God's Word with unwavering faith
and bore witness to the love and power of our Lord Jesus Christ.
You were known as a man without guile,
pure in heart and steadfast in your devotion to truth.
Pray for us, that we too may live with sincerity and integrity,
seeking always to walk in the light of God's truth.
Intercede for us, dear St. Bartholomew,
that we may have the courage to stand for what is right,
even in the face of adversity.
Help us to discern the truth in our daily lives,
to speak it with love, and to live it with humility.
May your example inspire us to deepen our faith,
to serve others selflessly,
and to remain faithful to Christ,
who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
Through your prayers,
may we be strengthened in our journey toward eternal life,
where all truth is revealed in the glory of God.
Amen.
St. Bartholomew, Apostle of Truth, Pray for us!
St. Thomas the Apostle – Prayer for Faith
O Glorious St. Thomas,
who, though initially doubtful, was blessed to encounter the risen Christ
and boldly professed, "My Lord and my God,"
help us to grow in faith and trust in God’s divine will.
Intercede for us, that we may be granted the grace
to believe deeply in the promises of Christ,
even in times of doubt or uncertainty.
Teach us to walk by faith and not by sight,
and to trust that God's plan for us is always for our good.
Pray that our hearts may be filled with unwavering faith,
and that we may, like you, boldly proclaim Christ as our Lord and Savior.
May our faith in Christ deepen daily,
and may we be ever faithful witnesses of His love and truth to the world.
Through your intercession,
help us to live out our faith with courage,
trusting that our Lord walks with us on our journey.
Amen.
St. Thomas the Apostle, Patron of the Faithful, Pray for us!
St. Matthew – Prayer for Stewards of the Gospel
O Glorious St. Matthew, you responded to Christ's call and became a faithful witness to His life and teachings. Pray for us that we may follow Christ with a heart full of generosity, and use the gifts we have been given to serve His Gospel. Guide us to be faithful stewards of all that God has entrusted to us, especially in our work and daily lives. May we always keep our eyes fixed on Christ and work for the salvation of souls, through our words and actions. Amen.
St. James the Lesser – Prayer for Humility
O St. James the Lesser, you were a humble servant of God, a man of prayer, and a dedicated leader of the early Church. Through your example of selflessness, help us to cultivate humility in our hearts. Teach us to serve God and others with modesty and grace, knowing that true greatness lies in humility before the Lord. May we always seek to do His will, putting others before ourselves, and remaining faithful to His commands. Amen.
St. Philip – Prayer for Zeal in Mission
O St. Philip, you responded to the call of Jesus with zeal and love, eager to spread His message of salvation. You led others to Christ with your fervent faith, and your heart burned with passion for the Gospel. Pray for us, that we too may be filled with zeal to proclaim the Good News. Help us to embrace the call to be missionaries in our own lives, to boldly share the love of Christ with others, and to serve Him with joy and devotion. May your example inspire us to spread the Gospel to all corners of the earth, with courage and compassion. Amen.
St. Simon the Zealot – Prayer for Missionaries
O St. Simon the Zealot, faithful Apostle of Christ and tireless missionary, you carried the light of the Gospel to distant lands, enduring hardships and trials for the love of your Lord. Pray for all missionaries, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit’s fire, unwavering courage, and deep compassion for souls. Help us, too, to support their mission through our prayers, actions, and generosity. May your example inspire us to boldly proclaim the Good News in our own lives and to bring others to Christ’s saving embrace. Amen.
St. Jude Thaddeus – Novena to St. Jude
O glorious Apostle, St. Jude Thaddeus, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hopeless cases and things almost despaired of. Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Intercede with God for me that He bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly (state your request), and that I may praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, O blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen.
Conclude with:
Our Father
Hail Mary
Glory Be
St. Matthias – Prayer for Guidance in Leadership
O St. Matthias, chosen by the will of God to complete the number of the twelve Apostles, you exemplified trust in the Lord’s divine guidance and faithfully served Him in spreading the Gospel. Pray for us who are called to positions of leadership, that we may seek God's direction in every decision we make. Inspire us to lead with integrity, humility, and a heart devoted to the service of others. May your intercession grant us the courage to follow God’s will in all things and to guide others in truth and love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Mary Magdalene – Prayer for Repentance
O St. Mary Magdalene, you who experienced the boundless mercy of Jesus and whose life was transformed by His love, pray for us sinners. Help us to repent sincerely of our sins and turn to Christ with humble and contrite hearts. Inspire us to seek the Lord’s forgiveness and to remain faithful to Him in all things. Intercede for us, that we may grow in love for Jesus and follow Him with unwavering devotion, as you did. Through your prayers, may we come to experience the joy of reconciliation and the peace of a renewed spirit. Amen.
St. Joachim – Prayer for Grandparents
O St. Joachim, holy father of the Blessed Virgin Mary and grandfather of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we turn to you in prayer. You were a model of faith, dedication, and love for your family. Intercede for all grandparents, that they may be blessed with wisdom and strength to guide their families with love and devotion. Help them to pass on the treasures of faith and tradition, and to be patient and kind as they share their experience and knowledge.
Pray for those who feel lonely or forgotten, that they may find joy and purpose in their lives. May your example inspire all grandparents to nurture the seeds of faith and love in their families, leading them closer to Christ. Through your prayers and the grace of God, may we all grow together in holiness and unity. Amen.
St. Stephen – Prayer for Perseverance
O glorious St. Stephen, first martyr of the Church, you bore witness to Christ with courage and steadfastness, even in the face of suffering and death. Pray for us, that we may follow your example and persevere in our faith through all trials and challenges.
Grant us the strength to stand firm in our beliefs, the grace to endure hardship with hope, and the wisdom to see God's will in every circumstance. May we, like you, be filled with the Holy Spirit and never waver in our love for Christ. Help us to remain faithful, even when faced with adversity, and to trust in God's eternal promises. Through your intercession, may we find the perseverance to endure, grow stronger in faith, and ultimately receive the crown of eternal life. Amen.
St. Barnabas – Prayer for Encouragement
O glorious St. Barnabas,
son of encouragement and companion of the Apostles,
you were filled with the Holy Spirit and gave witness to the Gospel with great zeal.
You devoted your life to the spread of God’s Kingdom and courageously preached the Good News,
even in the face of hardship and persecution.
Through your intercession, may we be strengthened in our own faith,
and may we be instruments of encouragement and hope to those around us.
Help us to follow your example of generosity, humility, and steadfastness in serving Christ.
Guide us in our mission to bring others closer to God,
and grant us the courage to overcome the difficulties we may face.
St. Barnabas, pray for us, that we may be faithful stewards of the Gospel.
Amen.
St. Timothy – Prayer for Young Leaders
O St. Timothy, faithful disciple of Christ,
you were chosen to be a young leader in the early Church.
Filled with the Holy Spirit, you served alongside St. Paul and shared in the work of spreading the Gospel.
You remained steadfast in your faith, even when faced with trials and challenges.
Intercede for all young leaders today,
that they may have the courage to follow Christ with boldness and integrity.
Help them to stay firm in their commitment to the Gospel,
and to lead with wisdom, humility, and love.
May the example of your life inspire them to lead others with faithfulness,
to be vessels of peace, and to live out the teachings of Christ in all they do.
We ask for your intercession, that young leaders may be filled with the Holy Spirit,
and may be strong in their mission to serve Christ and His Church.
St. Timothy, pray for all young leaders,
that they may grow in grace and be faithful witnesses of God’s love.
Amen.
St. Titus – Prayer for Servants of the Gospel
O St. Titus, faithful servant of the Gospel,
you were chosen by St. Paul to assist in the spread of the Good News.
As a leader in the early Church, you served with wisdom and dedication,
guiding the faithful in truth and love.
Intercede for all those who serve the Gospel in the Church today,
that they may be strengthened in their mission and remain steadfast in their faith.
Help them to be faithful and diligent in their service,
to speak the truth with love, and to lead others to the fullness of the Christian life.
Grant that all who serve the Church may imitate your example of humility,
zeal, and unwavering commitment to Christ.
May they be filled with the Holy Spirit and continue to spread the Word of God,
so that many may come to know and love Christ through their witness.
St. Titus, pray for all servants of the Gospel,
that they may be faithful in their mission to build up the Body of Christ.
Amen.
St. Mark the Evangelist – Prayer for Scribes
O St. Mark, Evangelist and faithful servant of the Lord,
you wrote the inspired Gospel that continues to guide and strengthen the faithful.
Your words have touched the hearts of countless people, leading them to a deeper relationship with Christ.
We ask for your intercession for all scribes, writers, and those who use their words to proclaim the Gospel.
May they be filled with the Holy Spirit and guided by wisdom and truth as they share the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Help them to write with clarity and sincerity, and to always reflect the love and grace of God in their work.
Grant that all who write may be diligent in their efforts,
using their talents for the glory of God and the building up of His Church.
May their words inspire others to seek a closer relationship with Christ,
and may they remain faithful to the Gospel they proclaim.
St. Mark, pray for all scribes and writers,
that they may be faithful and effective in their work of spreading God’s Word.
Amen.
St. Luke the Evangelist – Prayer for Physicians
O St. Luke, beloved physician and faithful evangelist,
you dedicated your life to the care of the sick and the proclamation of the Good News.
Through your Gospel, you revealed the compassionate heart of Jesus, the Great Healer.
Intercede for all physicians, healthcare workers, and those involved in the healing arts.
May they be guided by wisdom, compassion, and skill as they serve the sick and suffering.
Grant them the grace to bring comfort to the afflicted, to alleviate pain, and to be instruments of God’s healing touch.
We ask that you inspire all healthcare professionals to approach their work with humility,
love, and deep respect for the dignity of human life.
May their work bring glory to God, and may they reflect the kindness and mercy of Christ in all they do.
St. Luke, pray for all physicians and healthcare workers,
that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit, so that they may bring healing, hope, and peace to those in need.
Amen.
St. John the Baptist – Prayer for Boldness
O St. John the Baptist, bold and fearless servant of the Lord,
you proclaimed the coming of Christ with unwavering courage,
calling people to repentance and preparing the way for the Savior.
You were not afraid to speak the truth, even in the face of danger and persecution.
Intercede for us, that we may be filled with your boldness and courage in living our faith.
Help us to proclaim the Gospel with zeal, without fear or hesitation,
and to stand firm in the truth, no matter the challenges we face.
May we, like you, have the courage to speak the truth in love and to live in a way that reflects our commitment to Christ.
St. John the Baptist, pray for us,
that we may be courageous in our witness to the Gospel,
and that we may prepare the way for the Lord through our words and actions.
Amen.
St. Gabriel the Archangel – Prayer for Communication
O glorious St. Gabriel, messenger of God,
you were entrusted with delivering the most important messages from Heaven,
bringing glad tidings to Zechariah, to Mary, and to others with divine clarity and grace.
Intercede for us, that we may communicate with wisdom and truth,
sharing God's message of love, hope, and salvation with others.
May our words be inspired by the Holy Spirit, always seeking to build up and never to tear down.
Grant us the grace to communicate effectively in all areas of our lives—whether in relationships, in our work, or in the proclamation of the Gospel.
Help us to be mindful of the power of our words, using them to bring peace, understanding, and light into the world.
St. Gabriel, patron of messengers and communicators, pray for us,
that we may follow your example in our own communication with others,
and that our words may always glorify God.
Amen.
St. Michael the Archangel – St. Michael's Prayer
St. Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle,
be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil;
may God rebuke him, we humbly pray,
and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host,
by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all the evil spirits
who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen.
St. Raphael the Archangel – Prayer for Healing
St. Raphael,
the medicine of God,
great archangel,
who stands before the throne of the Most High,
we ask for your powerful intercession for healing in our lives.
You who brought healing to Tobias,
be our guide and protector.
Assist us in all matters of health,
physical, emotional, and spiritual.
Guide us on our journey towards wholeness,
and may your healing touch bring us peace and strength.
Through your grace,
restore us to health,
that we may live in full service to God.
Amen.
St. Elizabeth – Magnificat (Song of Mary)
Luke 1:46-55
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.
From this day all generations will call me blessed:
the Almighty has done great things for me,
and holy is his name.
He has mercy on those who fear him
in every generation.
He has shown the strength of his arm,
he has scattered the proud in their conceit.
He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,
and has lifted up the lowly.
He has filled the hungry with good things,
and the rich he has sent away empty.
He has come to the help of his servant Israel,
for he has remembered his promise of mercy,
the promise he made to our ancestors,
to Abraham and his descendants forever.
St. Zachary – Prayer for Prophetic Witness
Almighty God,
you chose St. Zachary to be the father of John the Baptist,
who prepared the way for the coming of our Lord and Savior.
Through his faithfulness and humility,
St. Zachary witnessed to your truth and mercy.
Grant that we, too, may follow his example,
proclaiming the Good News of your love and salvation.
Help us to be courageous in our witness to Christ,
even in the face of opposition,
and to remain faithful to our calling to serve you.
May we, like St. Zachary,
serve as beacons of your light in the world,
that others may come to know your mercy and grace.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
St. Simeon – Prayer for Peaceful Passing
Lord God, through the intercession of St. Simeon, who was granted peace upon seeing the Christ child, we ask for Your grace to surrender ourselves to Your will in our final moments. May we face death with faith, hope, and peace, knowing that, like St. Simeon, we are ready to be received into Your loving embrace. As we prepare for our own departure, grant us tranquility of heart and mind, and let us rest in the assurance of Your eternal promise. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Anna the Prophetess – Prayer for Devotion
Heavenly Father, through the intercession of St. Anna the Prophetess, who dedicated her life to prayer and devotion, we ask for the grace to live with a heart full of devotion to You. May we, like St. Anna, spend our lives in faithful service, waiting with hope and joy for the coming of Your promises. Fill us with Your Spirit, that we may continually seek You in prayer, in the sacraments, and in our daily lives. Help us to grow in holiness, and may our devotion bring us ever closer to Your loving embrace. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Ignatius of Antioch – Prayer for Martyrs
O Lord Jesus Christ, who gave St. Ignatius of Antioch the strength to face martyrdom with unwavering faith, we ask You to grant us the courage and fortitude to remain true to You, even in times of trial and suffering. May we, like St. Ignatius, be willing to lay down our lives for the Gospel, embracing the cross with love and devotion. We pray for all the martyrs who have given their lives for Your name, that they may find eternal peace in Your presence. Grant us the grace to persevere in faith, live with courage, and testify to Your truth, no matter the cost. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Polycarp – Prayer for Endurance
O God, who granted St. Polycarp the strength to endure suffering and death for the sake of Your name, we ask You to strengthen us in our own trials. Grant us the grace to persevere in faith, that we may face challenges with courage, knowing that You are with us in every moment. Help us to remain steadfast like St. Polycarp, and to embrace the cross with love and devotion. May we always keep our eyes fixed on You, our true source of strength, as we strive to live our lives in faithful service to Your will. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Justin Martyr – Prayer for Apologists
O God, who raised St. Justin Martyr to be a bold defender of Your truth, grant us the wisdom and courage to defend our faith with clarity and charity. Like St. Justin, may we use our intellect and words to proclaim the Gospel, answering questions with humility and love. Inspire in us a zeal for truth, and give us the strength to stand firm against all falsehoods. We pray for all Christian apologists, that they may be guided by the Holy Spirit to witness to the truth of Christ in a world that needs His message of salvation. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Irenaeus – Prayer for Unity
O God, who endowed St. Irenaeus with the wisdom and zeal to defend the unity of Your Church, grant us the grace to live in harmony with one another and with the teachings of the Apostles. May we, like St. Irenaeus, stand firm against division and heresy, striving always for the truth of the Gospel. Help us to preserve the unity of the Body of Christ, guided by the Holy Spirit and rooted in Your love. We pray for peace and unity within the Church, that all Christians may be united in the faith, hope, and charity of Christ. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Ambrose – Prayer for Church Leaders
O Lord, who raised up St. Ambrose to be a faithful shepherd and a wise teacher in Your Church, we ask that You bless all our Church leaders with his courage, wisdom, and devotion. Strengthen them in their mission to guide Your people, protect them from all trials, and help them to proclaim Your Word with clarity and conviction. May they be filled with the Holy Spirit, always striving for the good of the Church and the salvation of souls. Through the intercession of St. Ambrose, we pray for all bishops, priests, deacons, and all who lead the faithful in their journey of faith. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Augustine – Prayer for Conversion
O Lord, who in Your boundless mercy transformed the heart of St. Augustine from a life of sin to one of grace, we ask You to touch our hearts with the same power of Your love. Like St. Augustine, may we be open to Your call, and may Your grace lead us to a deeper understanding of Your truth. Grant us the strength to turn away from the distractions and temptations of this world, and to focus on the eternal joy found only in You. Inspire in us the courage to seek Your forgiveness and to live according to Your will. Through the intercession of St. Augustine, help us to embrace the transformative power of Your love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Monica – Prayer for Wayward Children
O Lord, who in Your boundless mercy transformed the heart of St. Augustine from a life of sin to one of grace, we ask You to touch our hearts with the same power of Your love. Like St. Augustine, may we be open to Your call, and may Your grace lead us to a deeper understanding of Your truth. Grant us the strength to turn away from the distractions and temptations of this world, and to focus on the eternal joy found only in You. Inspire in us the courage to seek Your forgiveness and to live according to Your will. Through the intercession of St. Augustine, help us to embrace the transformative power of Your love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Jerome – Prayer for Scripture Study
O Lord, who gave St. Jerome a deep love for Your Word and the wisdom to translate it into a language that would shape generations, grant us the grace to approach the Scriptures with the same devotion and reverence. Through his intercession, may we be inspired to study Your holy Word with understanding and faith, so that it may transform our hearts and guide our lives. Help us to discover the riches of Your truth in the Scriptures, and to grow in wisdom, knowledge, and love of You. May Your Word always be a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Gregory the Great – Prayer for Humility in Leadership
O God, who made St. Gregory the Great a humble servant and a wise leader of Your Church, grant us the grace to follow his example. Help us to lead with humility, seeking not our own glory, but Your glory alone. May we serve those entrusted to us with patience, kindness, and wisdom, always mindful that leadership is a call to serve, not to be served. Teach us to listen to Your voice and to follow Your will, so that we may guide others in truth and love, always with a heart of humility. Through the intercession of St. Gregory, may we reflect Your light in all our actions and words. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Benedict – St. Benedict Medal Prayer
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Father, through the intercession of St. Benedict, may this medal be a source of strength for us. May it remind us of Your presence and Your power to protect us from evil. May it help us to follow the example of St. Benedict, to live our lives in prayer, humility, and service to others. May it keep us safe from the snares of the enemy, and may it bring us closer to You, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Scholastica – Prayer for Sisters and Nuns
O God, who graciously granted St. Scholastica the gift of deep prayer and unwavering devotion to You, we ask for her intercession. Strengthen the hearts and minds of all women in religious life, that they may faithfully follow Your calling with purity, humility, and love. May their hearts burn with a desire for Your kingdom, and may they be beacons of Your light in the world. Guide them in their vocation, and give them the grace to grow in holiness each day. Through the intercession of St. Scholastica, may they always seek Your glory and the good of all, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
St. Francis of Assisi – Prayer for Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.
O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
St. Clare of Assisi – Prayer for Simplicity
Lord Jesus Christ,
You are the light and joy of all creation,
and You have called me to follow You in simplicity and humility.
Grant me the grace to live a life free of attachment to worldly things,
and to always seek You with a pure heart.
Help me to find joy in the simple blessings of life,
and to serve You in everything I do.
May my life reflect the simplicity and humility of Your own.
Amen.
St. Dominic – Prayer for Preachers
O Holy Father,
You called St. Dominic to be a preacher of Your Word.
Grant us the grace to follow his example in our own lives.
Fill us with zeal for Your truth,
and inspire us to share it with others through our words and actions.
Help us to speak with clarity and compassion,
and to bring the light of Your Gospel to those who are in darkness.
May we always be faithful to the teachings of Your Church,
and may our lives reflect the love and truth of Christ.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
St. Thomas Aquinas – Prayer Before Study
"O eternal and most loving God,
I thank You for the immense benefits You have bestowed upon me.
I humbly ask You, through the intercession of St. Thomas Aquinas,
to grant me the grace to understand what I am about to study,
and to illuminate my mind with the light of Your wisdom.
Help me to seek knowledge that is true,
and to use it to serve You and my neighbors.
Guide me in my work, so that I may understand the truths of this world
and the eternal truths of Your kingdom.
May my studies increase my love for You
and my desire to follow Your will.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen."
St. Bonaventure – Prayer for Theological Insight
"O most high, eternal God,
I humbly kneel before You,
seeking the gift of wisdom and understanding.
Enlighten my mind with Your truth,
so that I may contemplate Your mysteries
and approach them with humility and reverence.
Grant me the grace to study Your Word
with a heart full of devotion,
and to see beyond the surface of things
to the profound reality of Your love and salvation.
Help me to grow in knowledge,
so that I may live by the wisdom You provide,
and use my learning to build up Your Church and bring glory to Your name.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen."
St. Catherine of Siena – Prayer for Unity in the Church
"O eternal God,
You who are the true peace,
the supreme unity,
grant us the grace to live in harmony with Your will.
We pray for the unity of Your holy Church,
that all who call themselves Christians
may be one in faith, hope, and charity.
In Your mercy, heal the divisions that tear us apart,
and help us to be instruments of reconciliation
through the light of Your truth.
May we, as members of Your Body,
remain faithful to Your teachings,
and strive to bring all souls into the embrace of Your love.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen."
St. Teresa of Avila – Bookmark Prayer
"Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing,
God never changes.
Patience achieves all things,
Whoever has God lacks nothing,
God alone is enough."
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