Spiritual Reflections

Praise

Eden

As I approached Eden 
I felt the heat of the sun. 
Show me the way 
that leads me to Parnassus.
Lead me beside quiet water. 

Let my voice echoes through the mountains
singing the song of the universe 
to the rhythm of the flute of love. 

I pray that 

If the waves will erode the land
the clear blue sea will remain intact. 

If my hands are good tools
never will they rust 

If my voice echoes in the mountains
my words will reflect your plan.

If I work in your vineyard
let the fruit shine.

If I can choose a path for my heart to take
shall be it a circle.

If I am stuck in the darkness of the cave
show me the light of the sun. 

If the veil will be torn 
call me to your Kingdom

Our hearts are like a garden. If we had both water and fuel, we would water it with water so it can grow. When it’s strong, it’s less likely to get sick. Harm may still come, but we’ll be prepared and won’t be destroyed.

Oh Holy Spirit, You are the Third Person of the Trinity, the Spirit of truth, love, and holiness. I adore You. Guide me to seek and know God, filling me with love and holy fear. Increase my faith, hope, and charity, and help me grow in virtue. Make me a faithful follower of Jesus and lead me to holiness. Grant me the special favor I ask, if it be Your will. Amen.

Trasform me, Lord Jesus; I come before You with my true self, seeking to be real in my prayer. Help me to strip away pretense, to be bold enough to admit my desires and humble enough to accept Your will. Let my prayer be a dialogue where I can be vulnerable and encounter Your true presence. Teach me to trust You with my deepest needs, to pray for what truly matters, and to foster a missionary spirit wherever I am. Like St. Thérèse of Lisieux, may I offer my life—my work, joys, and sufferings—for Your mission. Transform me through prayer, so I may serve You authentically and help others come to know Your love. Amen.

Prayer for Inner freedom

Dear Spirit,

Help me detach my soul from its burdens and lead it to a space where I am truly free, a space all my own. Guide me inward to places within myself that only I define and shape. Let me feel the freedom that I am willing to embrace.

I acknowledge that physical safety is the foundation for all who seek to explore their inner worlds.

My prayer is for peace and prosperity throughout the world. Grant me the wisdom to know when I can express joy openly and when I must shield myself, without feeling stifled. Let my safety be rooted in knowing I can freely share my desires and boundaries with others. Help me cultivate a healthy connection to my body and the wish for my own well-being.

Grant me the courage to recognize my true power and, one day, to claim it fully without fear. Amen.

God who communicates with us: Reflection on Amos, 7, 1-9

These things the Lord God showed to me: and behold the locusts was formed in the beginning of the shooting up of the latter rain, and it was the latter rain after the king’s mowing. And it came to pass that when they had made an end of eating the grass of the land, I said: O Lord God, be merciful, I beseech thee: who shall raise up Jacob, for he is very little? The Lord had pity upon this: It shall not be, said the Lord. These things the Lord God showed to me: and behold the Lord called for judgement unto fire, and it devoured the great deep and ate up as part at the same time. And I said: O Lord God, cease, I beseech thee, who shall raise up Jacob, for he is a little one? The Lord had pity upon this. Yea this also shall not be, said the Lord God. These things the Lord showed to me. And behold the Lord called for judgement unto fire, and it devoured the great deep and ate up a part at the same time. And I said: O Lord God, cease, I beseech three, who shall raise up Jacob, for he is a little one? The Lord had pity upon this. Yea this also shall not be, said the Lord God. These things the Lord showed to me: and behold the Lord was standing upon a plastered wall, and in his hand a mason’s trowel. And the Lord said to me: What sees thou, Amos? And I said: A mason’s trowel. And the Lord said: Behold, I will lay down the trowel in the midst of my people Israel. I will plaster them ever no more. And the high places of the idol shall be thrown down, and the sanctuaries of Israel shall be laid waste: and I will rise up against the house of Jeroboam with the sword.  

Amos, 7, 1-9

This text is about the visions which Amos perceived that he was being called to become nabi spokesman, even though he had no special pedigree to be a prophet. 

I am no prophet, not a prophet’s son.

Amos 7, 14. 

Seemingly, what Amos means here is that in his times there were many false prophets who flattered with words and deviated the people from truth with high flow language. However we can say that the text is presented in the form of poetic oracles of high literary quality (Bright, J., A History of Israel, SCM Press Ltd, London, 1960, p. 246). God called Amos to be a prophet and this demonstrates this concept of God as a communicative being, who chooses someone who speaks for him. Verse 1 clearly indicates that the King usually had the first share from the harvest and locusts were going to attack it. “The lord had pity upon this”, in verses 3,6 does not imply that his original intention was wrong but that he mercifully changed his mind (Alexander, D. & P., The Lion handbook to the Bible, Amos, Lion Publishing, Oxford, 1983,p.446.). 

The “fire” in verse 4 could be the wind coming from the desert. Finally Amos saw that the

Lord was standing upon a plastered wall, and in his hand a mason’s trowel.

Amos 7,8

This shows the judgement of the Lord with Amaziah. Amos had God’s message: Amaziah will die in exile Judah Haleu in the 11th to 12th century argued that it is the ‘Shekhinah’ rather than God himself who appear to prophets (Cohn-Sherbok, D., The Jewish Faith, SPCK, London, p. 37). This is what the prophets perceive of God in the human form. 

After Solomon’s reign, his son Reholoam seemed to be unable to negotiate with the northern tribes. The people were quite restless under his father Solomon who told the new king 

Thy father made our yoke grievous; and now lighten thou the grievous servitude of thy father and his heavy yoke that he put upon us, and we will serve thee

1 Kings 12, 4.

Between 786 – 746BC Uzziah ruled Judah and Jeroboam II ruled Israel (2 Kings 14, 21-29). From excavations we find splendid buildings and costly ivory inlays of Phoenician origin and all this shows the luxury enjoyed by the upper classes (Bright, J., 1960, p. 240). During Jeroboam’s time, Samaria was further fortified (Ehrlich, E., A Concise History of Israel, Darton, Longman & Todd, London, 1962, p. 53).

But,

he shall bring down thy strength from thee, and thy palaces shall be pillaged.11

Amos, 3, 11

Israel was prosperous, yet then Amos boldly tells them of their sins. Men are not to be flattered in sinful ways because they prosper in the world; nor will it last long if they go on still in their sins. Seemingly, Amos is prophesising the defeat of Israel by the Assyrians in 722BC (Hampton Keathley, J., Amos, www.bible.org/docs/ot/books/minorp/amos.htm, 1997). The wider context of this text may be defined as being 6: 1, 7:17. Amos deplored the sins of the neighbours cities; Damascus, Gaza, Tyre and Edom who also slave trade, Ammon who terrorised defenceless women and children with their atrocity, Moabites who burned the bones of the king of Edom, Judah who rejected the law of the Lord and followed false gods (Hampton Keathley, J., Amos, www.bible.org/docs/ot/books/minorp/amos.htm, 1997). Jeroboam too seemed to set up golden calves in Bethel and Dan for his people to worship. As a reaction to Amos’ prophecy

Jeroboam shall die by the sword, and Israel must go into exile away from the land.

Amos 7: 10-11

We cannot do without God. Yahweh had been completely alienated from his people. Daily prayers constantly remind us of Him and we should try to listen to what God wants to tell us. Through Christ, we become One in Him. Amos reminded his people that their walk in the footsteps of Jeroboam was in a direction away from God. The Holy Spirit will enhance the person’s conscience who is free and has to live in a responsible way in a modern society.

Prayer

Almighty God, 
You are  the Author and Finisher of our faith.
You is the One who writes faith on my heart heart.
You are the one who develops my heart into completion. 
Open my eyes so that I may see the world that You created as You see it.
Inspire our spirit, fill us with joy and let us feel Your presence,
so that we may be refreshed, restored and renewed. 
Restore us into this day the joy of your salvation and renew a steadfast spirit within us,

In the name of Jesus Christ we can pray and a we do pray and declare it all AMEN

Prayer to our Mother Mary

Our dear Mother Mary, in the comforting embrace you provide, we find consolation for our restless hearts. As we journey through life and approach the hour of our death, we draw nearer to your Son, finding peace in His presence. Your celestial beauty reflects the joy of Heaven, and you welcome us with open arms. Our hearts sing in gratitude and love, rejoicing in the grace and joy you bring to our lives. Amen.

Prayer for Living Faith Through Action

Heavenly Father,
Grant us the wisdom to understand that true faith is shown not just in words, but in deeds.
As Jesus washed the feet of His apostles, fasted in the desert, and gave His life for us,
May we too follow His example by acting with love, humility, and charity.
Help us to live our beliefs, showing Your grace through our actions.
Amen.

God who shows mercy

Lord Jesus, grant peace to my troubled heart, and may your forgiveness bring healing and peace.
Guide me as I confess my sins, seeking your mercy and forgiveness.
May the Sacraments bring me peace and may your grace strengthen my desire to walk in your light
Grant me the strength to repent sincerely and bestow upon me the courage to embrace your love,
and that through your mercy I may find redemption and renewal.

In your name,, I seek serenity and grace.
Amen

I felt the Lord telling me:
If you don’t lurch forward
and maybe stagger on rough trails
you will remain stranded on barren land
pitying yourself.
And you will never discover,
not just the water, 
but also the immense depth of the ocean.
With open arms 
I invite you to immerse yourself into it.

Prayer for forgiveness

Dear Jesus, please help us. We are very sorry for the bad things we’ve done. Please be kind and help us to be good like you. We want to be sweet, humble, and nice to others. Make our hearts feel like yours, caring and loving. Help our homes and towns be full of love and peace. Thank you, Jesus. Amen.

Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Lord Jesus,
help me strive to be better each day.
Guide me to improve myself to honor Your Sacred Heart.
Grant me the strength to grow and change in ways that please You.
Inspire me to live a life that reflects Your love and goodness.
Help me turn away from my faults and become more like You.
Let Your Sacred Heart be my source of strength to do better.
Fill my heart with the desire to follow Your example in all I do.
Help me to repent and improve my actions for Your glory.
Grant me the grace to seek and achieve a better self for You.

Lord Jesus,
may Your love inspire me to make positive changes in my life.

Prayer for humility

Lord, help us to understand that humility does not mean weakness. Teach us that true humility has two parts: being free of pride and arrogance, and recognizing our complete dependence on You. May we choose to be humble, acknowledging that You are the one who provides.

Let us remember that humility is a quiet virtue, often misunderstood. Let us remember that being humble does not mean debasing ourselves or denying the gifts and talents You have given us.

Grant us the grace to embrace humility in its true form, honouring You in all we do. Amen.

God who comforts us when we are suffering

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God (2 Corinthians 1:3).

A Prayer for Strength

Heavenly Father,
I ask for Your blessing upon me. Surround me with Your grace and love, guiding me in every step I take. Lord, send Your Holy Spirit to fill my heart, giving me strength and courage to face the challenges that lie before me.

May Your Spirit build within me a resilience that goes beyond my own, so that I may endure, grow, and emerge renewed from each trial. Help me, O Lord, to see my sacrifice not as a burden, but as a sacred path toward Your light.

Grant me the wisdom to accept each moment as a chance to grow in faith, trusting that You walk beside me. I place my hope and strength in You alone.

In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

Prayer for those in hospital:

Lord Jesus Christ,

We come to You today with heavy hearts, lifting up all those in the hospital in prayer. Lord, You are the ultimate healer, and we trust in Your loving care and infinite mercy. Please look upon each patient with compassion. Touch their bodies, easing the pain and discomfort they are experiencing. Grant them relief and restore them to full health.

Surround them with Your peace and comfort, and guide the hands of those who care for them. Give them strength and courage during this time, and fill them with Your healing grace. We ask for Your divine intervention and trust in Your will.

In Jesus’ name, we pray.

Amen.

Prayer

Lord Jesus Christ Son of God, 
I am aware that sometimes we are faced with the limitations of our humanity, and bad things happen. 
However I believe that you can 
strengthen those who are struggling with problems that were brought upon them.
You can help us to find the hidden strength that only comes from seeking You, 
You can give us  clarity of thought and answers.  
I believe in You, even when circumstances try to fill my mind with doubt. 
I know well that only if I place You at the centre of my focus I may be able to rise above the difficulties that come along.
Build strength in me.
Deposit joy in me.
Empower me to make it through,
to deal with the negative attitudes that tempt us daily.
Help me to change and  to move forward.  Walk with me during this struggle. 

In the name of Jesus Christ, we do pray and declare it all. Amen.

Prayer

Lord Jesus Christ
I humbly ask you to
touch the body of the person reading this prayer
with healing and peace.
I believe that as you turned water into wine 
You can turn our pains to Blessings.

Thank you Jesus
for the blessings you’ve already given us and the ones that is yet to come. 
I thank you in advance O Lord for without you I am nothing and with you I’m steady growing to be more like what you want me to be. 
I believe Lord Jesus that you heal us all.
I believe that you bless us with truly knowing 
the overflowing abundance of the amazing love that only comes from you. 
In Jesus name I pray amen

Devotion to the Most Precious Blood of Christ

Reflection: The calming of the storm reminds us of the need for God in my life. Just as the disciples found themselves in the midst of a storm, we won’t eliminate all our problems, but we will approach them with a new perspective. We have to acknowledge our limitations. While we may not live without material things, we will find happiness in the simple things, trusting in God’s presence and peace amidst life’s challenges

Reflection about the Book of Job

The Book discusses the problem of theodicy and the suffering of the innocent that is intimately connected with it, because the protagonist is just a man.   

The Prose and the Poetry are miles apart where the sufferer is concerned.   The Job of the prose bears the suffering in silent patience for which he is rewarded with twice what he had before.  The Job of the poetry speaks out in his anguish and comes ultimately to rail in fury against God.   For this reason, prose and poetry have often been set apart yet without both the book of Job would be impossible.    The Prose Narrative deals with a very pious but also richly blessed man.  Completely unexpectedly there occur disasters which rob him of his possessions, his children and also finally his health.   But he cannot see either in all this any reason for wavering in the slightest from his trust in God.  If God gave, then he can also take away.  It is, after all impossible to accept the good from him and refuse the evil.  On one of the audience days in heaven, Yahweh spoke to the accuser about Job and his blameless piety.  This heavenly public prosecutor had not denied Job’s piety but raised doubts about its motive.   An important element in the prose story which provides an essential background to the unfolding of the story is the recurring emphasis that Job is blameless, upright, and one who feared God and avoided evil.  Another important element is the image presented of God.  God is depicted as a God who permits destruction of innocent victims just to prove a point.    

The Prologue  sets up a just situation that good is done in order to reap prosperity.  Job’s friends will move blatantly along this plance, deny you claim to integrity, humble yourself before God and you will surely be blessed.  The Dialogue   consists of three long cycles of speeches in which Job replies to the speeches of each of the three friends.  The expansive speeches of a fourth friend Elihu are a secondary poetic addition which separate somehow harshly Job’s challenge to God and God’s reply. 

Job’s three friends come along and for seven days and nights are silent when confronted by such misery.  Job breaks the silence when his patience is almost exhausted.  Long and fruitless discussions between Job and his friends ensue. Job and his friends are equally convinced that the suffering which has overwhelmed Job comes from Yahweh and that is saying something.  The whole dialogue starts on the basis of this statement.  From then on opinions differ sharply.  The 3 friends move along a similar theological line but their suggestions and practical suggestions to Job differ.   Job’s friends are saying that no one is sinless before God.  They are firmly convinced that in Job’s severe suffering God has passed judgment and the thought that God could have done something unjust is completely inconceivable to them.  Hence the most important thing being that Job is led to repentance.   Job too is convinced that his suffering is a direct attack by God, a judgment passed  by God.    But the situation appears differently to him than it does to his friends.  Job feels that he is right as regards to God and continues to protest his innocence.  thus he fails to see in his own case any relationship between guilt and punishment.  Yahweh accepted Job’s challenge and judged the rebel worthy of a long address.  However the divine speeches fail to provide any answers to the problem of innocent suffering and divine injustice.  Neither do they undertake a logical rebuttal of Job’s charges.  There is no word from God about Job’s sinfulness, just an indication that Job has presumed a little too much on his own knowledge.   

As much as I 

As much as I prayed
that the sea will calm down
and the waves of the sea will be hushed.

As much as I prayed
that the wind which blew a wave of dust to my face
will flee.

As much as I needed
a Simeon of Cyrene to help me
on this tough hill.

I pray 
that I will  have the strength 
so I won’t fall under the weight of the cross.
I offer heart of thanksgiving 
for the daily breath.
I express my praise  
for the details of this beautiful picture of creation
that only One can be its creator.

Prayer during difficult times

Heavenly Father, all-powerful and ever-present, I ask you today, as I do every day, not to leave me. When the burdens weigh heavily upon me, that is when I need you the most. I can withstand the storm because I know you are here to support me. I will overcome every trial and carry every burden with your help. Please, shorten this dark path, calm the storm, and light my way. Grant me peace and tranquility. I ask this from my heart. Amen.

Surrender to you (Acknowledging our human limitations)

Dear Jesus,

In your presence, we humbly gather our hearts and minds, seeking guidance and wisdom. Help us, Lord, to approach you with honesty and humility, acknowledging our tendency to project our desires onto you. Grant us the grace to embrace the reality of our human limitations and to recognize your divine nature beyond our perceptions.

Just as the disciples found themselves in the midst of a storm, we won’t eliminate all our problems, but we will approach them with a new perspective. We have to acknowledge our limitations. While we may not live without material things, we will find happiness in the simple things, trusting in God’s presence and peace amidst life’s challenges

May we strive to understand your will with clarity and discernment, free from the confines of our own wishes and expectations. Teach us, Jesus, to surrender our desires to you, trusting in your perfect wisdom and love.

As we walk this journey of faith, may we find comfort and strength in the knowledge of your compassionate presence, especially in times of struggle and uncertainty. Help us to accept our humanity with grace, knowing that in our weaknesses, your strength is made perfect.

Guide us, Jesus, to align our hearts with yours, so that we may live in truth and authenticity, reflecting your light to the world. Amen.

Strength Through Faith

When there’s a will, there’s a way;
To find comfort, we must pray.
Through Jesus, strength to stay.

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God who seeks us

Prayer: Let us approach You with humility, asking for Your grace. Assist us in opening our hearts to Your divine guidance. Give us the humility to recognize our need for Your presence and the strength to face challenges in life.

Reflection: Our role in the church and in a global and secular world might be likened to the 72 disciples mentioned in Luke’s Gospel, where “The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few” (Lk., 10, 2). The disciples were warned pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest: “Go your ways: behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves” (Lk, 2, 3). John Paul II in his apostolic exhortation, Christifidelis Laici (www.vatican.va.1988) warns us about the the ever-growing existence of religious indifference and atheism in its more varied forms, particularly in its perhaps most widespread form of secularism.

John Paul II states that to believe in Christ means “to desire unity; to desire unity means to desire the Church; to desire the Church means to desire the communion of grace which corresponds to the Father’s plan from all eternity. Such is the meaning of Christ’s prayer” (John Paul II, Ut unum sint, www.vatican.va.1995).

Jesus Christ,
Let me be ambassador of your peace,
and proclaim the Good News, making it relevant in today’s world.
Guide me to live the Bible message,
and help me spiritually mature, by living according to your Word,
the Teachings of the Fathers of the Church and the teachings of the Church.
Give us strength and happiness.
Despite comfort and luxury, many people still feel empty from within.
And give us peace upon our hearts, through the Holy Spirit. 
May our lives manifest our new Christian being which we receive through the sacraments,
and thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven

Lord Jesus Christ, we come before you with heavy hearts, burdened by the ongoing conflict in the Holy Land. We pray for your divine intervention, for peace, and for the release of all hostages. We ask for your guidance and wisdom to fill the hearts of leaders and all those involved, that they may find a path to reconciliation and lasting peace. Lord, we pray for an immediate and lasting ceasefire, that the violence may cease and the people of these lands may find respite from the fear and suffering that has gripped them for far too long. Comfort those who have lost loved ones, and heal the wounds of those who have been injured, physically and emotionally. We also lift up in prayer those who are held hostage, that you may protect them, comfort them, and guide them back to safety. We ask that you move the hearts of those responsible for their captivity, that they may release them unharmed and without delay. Lord, we recognize the complexity and deep-seated divisions in this region. We pray for the strength and perseverance of those who are working tirelessly for peace, and for the international community to come together in support of a just and lasting resolution to this conflict. In our prayers, we remember that you are a God of compassion, love, and reconciliation. We ask for your grace to touch the hearts of all, to soften anger and hatred, and to replace them with forgiveness and understanding. Help us to see the humanity in one another, regardless of our differences, and to recognize the common bond we share as your children. May your peace, which surpasses all understanding, descend upon the people of Israel and Palestine. May they find a way to live side by side in harmony and security. We offer this prayer with hope and faith in your ability to bring about miracles, and we trust that your will shall prevail. In your holy name, we pray. Amen.

Heavenly Father,

We come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We acknowledge His divine authority and the power given to Him in heaven and on earth. Strengthen us, Lord, as we embrace the mission He entrusted to us.

Help us to go forth boldly, sharing the good news of Your love with all nations. Grant us the courage to step beyond our comfort zones, to reach out to those who have not heard of Your grace and mercy. May our actions and words reflect Your inclusive and boundless love.

Guide us in baptizing in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Let this sacred act be a true symbol of rebirth and renewal, welcoming new believers into the family of Christ.

Teach us to faithfully observe and share all that Jesus commanded. Instill in us a deep commitment to discipleship, a passion for teaching, and a heart for service. Let our lives be a testament to the transformative power of Your word.

And Lord, as we undertake this great mission, reassure us of Your presence. Remind us always that You are with us, even to the very end of the age. May Your enduring presence be our source of strength, comfort, and guidance.

We pray all this in the holy and precious name of Jesus Christ.

Amen.

I choose you Jesus

Dear Jesus, I give you my whole self—my life, actions, and struggles. I want everything I do to be for loving, honoring, and praising you. I want to belong completely to you and do everything out of love for you, turning away from anything that displeases you.

I choose you, Jesus, as the focus of my love, the protector of my life, the promise of my salvation, and the healer of my weaknesses. You are my safe place now and at the time of my death. Please stand up for me before God and protect me from the punishment I deserve. I am weak and can do wrong, but I trust in your endless goodness and love.

Remove anything in me that resists you. Fill my heart with your pure love so I never forget you or leave you. Please write my name in your heart, because being close to you is my greatest joy. I want to live and die as your devoted servant.

Amen.

The Greatest commandment

Lord Jesus,
You taught us that love for You and love for our neighbour are one. Grant us the grace to see Your image in everyone we meet and to love with a heart that mirrors Yours—patient, generous, and true.

Help us to serve without seeking reward, to give when it costs, and to love when it’s hard. May our connection with You be the source of this love, allowing the fruits of the Holy Spirit to grow in us.

Strengthen our hearts, so that through daily acts of love, we may grow closer to You and live the fullness of life You promise.

Amen.

Jesus, Help Me!

Whenever I need anything, let me come to You and say: Jesus, help me!
When I am confused or tempted: Jesus, help me!
When I feel lonely, tired, or tested: Jesus, help me!
When my plans fail and I feel sad: Jesus, help me!
When others let me down, and only You can help me: Jesus, help me!
When I trust in Your love as my Savior: Jesus, help me!
When I am discouraged by failure: Jesus, help me!
When I am impatient and frustrated: Jesus, help me!
When I am sick and lonely: Jesus, help me!
Always, despite my weaknesses and failures: My Lord Jesus, help me and never leave me!

Feast days and prayers of popular piety

Monday devotion: The Holy Spirit

Oh Holy Spirit, You are the Third Person of the Trinity, the Spirit of truth, love, and holiness. I adore You. Guide me to seek and know God, filling me with love and holy fear. Increase my faith, hope, and charity, and help me grow in virtue. Make me a faithful follower of Jesus and lead me to holiness. Grant me the special favour I ask, if it be Your will. Amen.

Tuesday veneration towards the Holy Face of Jesus

O Lord Jesus, we humbly venerate Your Holy Face, marked by suffering and love, and we ask Your mercy for every insult and wound You endured on our behalf. May our prayers today offer reparation for the scorn and pain You bore, and may we honor You with hearts filled with gratitude and reverence.

Friday devotion: Prayer to the Shoulder Wound of Jesus

Dear Jesus, gentle Lamb of God, though I am sinful and unworthy, I adore You. I honour the wound on Your shoulder, torn open by the weight of the Cross, which deeply moved Your mother, Mary. I, too, feel sorrow for this suffering You bore. With all my heart, I thank You for carrying the Cross to save me. In all the pain You endured, please have mercy on me, forgive my sins, and lead me to heaven through the way of the Cross.

Dear Jesus,

You gave Your life and blood for everyone. Please forgive me, heal me, and make me better. Have mercy on me because I am a sinner. I pray for all the people I know and who are praying for me.

Help those who are lost, those thinking of suicide, mothers considering abortion, and anyone who wishes harm on others. Heal the sick and comfort prisoners.

With Your powerful blood, help those dying today and the souls in Purgatory, especially my loved ones. Strengthen the Church, bless the Pope, and protect persecuted Christians. Bring peace through Mary, Your mother.

Amen.

Prayer to Our Lady of Fatima

O Mary, sweet mother, we are your children and we want to be with you. Through the prayer of the Rosary, we say thank you to God the Father who chose you, to God your Son who made you His mother, and to the Holy Spirit who loved you so much. At Fatima, you appeared and showed us that you listen to our prayers. Now we ask you for a grace… We ask you to hear us through the mysteries of the life, suffering, and resurrection of your Son Jesus, our Lord.

Amen

Assumption of Mary

O Blessed Virgin Mary, on this holy feast of your Assumption, we gather to honor you with deep appreciation.

In the Maltese Islands, in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, in 1942, during World War II, the people of Malta faced severe shortages and constant siege. Yet, on August 15, the feast of your Assumption, the Santa Marija convoy (SS Ohio) miraculously arrived, bringing much-needed supplies and hope.

Our Lady of the Assumption, we thank you for your constant intercession. Just as you were assumed into heaven, you have always been close to us, guiding and protecting us. We believe it was through your powerful intercession that the convoy reached our people in times desperate need, providing essential supplies.

Lord Jesus, Son of Mary, we praise and thank you for your divine providence. In our moments of despair, you never abandon us. Just as you provided for our people in the past, you provide for us in our times of need.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, we ask for your continued intercession. Bring hope to all who are suffering and in need. Guide us on our journey of faith, and help us to live in accordance with your Son’s will.

Amen.

Prayer for guidance and blessing for a new month

Dear God, As this month starts, I thank You for everything You’ve done for me last month. Thank You for the lessons and the growth I’ve experienced. Now, as a new month begins, I give You my plans and hopes, Trusting in Your wisdom. Please be with me throughout this month, Leading me in every step I take. Give me a clear mind and a good heart, So I can understand what You want me to do and follow Your path. Help me see chances to grow and change, And give me the courage to take them. Bless all my efforts, big and small, And let Your light shine through me As I try to honor You in all I do. May this month be full of Your love, grace, and blessings. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

All Souls’ Day Prayer
November 2

Lord Jesus,
On this day of remembrance, we hold close in our hearts all those we have loved and lost. Grant them peace and rest in the warmth of Your eternal embrace. May they be comforted by Your boundless mercy, and may we find solace in knowing they are safe with You.
We are grateful for the cherished memories they left behind, the moments that brought joy, and the love that lingers in our souls.
We humbly ask You, through their prayers on our behalf, to strengthen our faith, fill our hearts with hope, and deepen our love.
Guide us on our journey, so that one day we, too, may be found worthy to stand before You, welcomed into Your holy presence.

Amen.

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