PRAYER TO THE GUARDIAN ANGEL BY SAINT PADRE PIO

ST. "Padre" PIO'S GUARDIAN ANGEL PRAYER 

Oh, my Holy guardian Angel, care for my soul and my body. Enlighten my mind that I may better know the Lord my God and love Him with all my heart.  Watch over me when I pray so I won’t give into life’s distractions.  ​Sustain me with your counsel as I live as righteous Christian, and help me to do good works with a giving heart.

Protect me from the cunning of the adversary, and lift me up when I am being tempted so I may win the fight against evil.  Stay beside me at all times, never stop watching over me until I’m called back to the father’s house, where we will praise together our Great God for all eternity.  Amen.

Saint Albert the Great, Celebrated on November 15th

Saint Albert the Great, Celebrated on November 15th

Saint Albert the Great, born in the early 13th century, holds a significant place in the history of the Catholic Church. Celebrated on November 15th, his life and contributions are a testament to the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, and a deep commitment to both science and spirituality.

Albertus Magnus, as he is also known, was born in Lauingen, Swabia, around the year 1200. He joined the Dominican Order and embarked on a remarkable journey of scholarship and teaching. His intellectual pursuits covered a wide range of subjects, earning him the title "Doctor Universalis" or Universal Doctor. Saint Albert was a pioneer in integrating faith with reason, emphasizing the compatibility between science and theology.

One of Saint Albert's notable achievements lies in his contributions to natural science. At a time when the scientific method was in its infancy, he explored and wrote extensively on various branches of science, including physics, astronomy, chemistry, and biology. His observations and writings laid the groundwork for future scientific advancements, showcasing the harmony between the study of the natural world and religious beliefs.

As a teacher, Saint Albert played a pivotal role in shaping the minds of his students, including the renowned Saint Thomas Aquinas. His pedagogical approach emphasized the importance of critical thinking and the pursuit of knowledge as a means of understanding God's creation. Saint Albert's teachings continue to inspire scholars and students, fostering a legacy that transcends centuries.

Beyond his intellectual pursuits, Saint Albert was known for his humility, kindness, and commitment to the well-being of others. His life exemplified the integration of faith into daily living, serving as a model for those seeking a harmonious balance between spirituality and intellectual exploration.

The canonization of Saint Albert the Great in 1931 affirmed the enduring impact of his life and teachings. On November 15th each year, the Catholic Church commemorates this saint, offering believers a chance to reflect on the intersection of faith and reason and to draw inspiration from a figure whose legacy continues to resonate in both religious and academic circles.

In conclusion, Saint Albert the Great's feast day on November 15th invites us to celebrate a remarkable figure whose contributions to science, education, and spirituality have left an indelible mark on history. His life serves as a reminder that the pursuit of knowledge and the practice of faith can coexist harmoniously, encouraging us to seek wisdom with a humble and open heart.

SAINT MOTHER TERESA AND THE BAKER

MOTHER TERESA AND THE BAKER

There is a story told about Mother Teresa and a baker. Not sure whether it's true or not, but it's definitely worth a read 

Mother Teresa entered the baker's shop.

She asks for bread to feed the orphan children.

When she extended her hand asking for charity,

The baker spat in her hand!

Mother Teresa put her hand to her chest and said: I will keep this for myself.

Then she extended her other hand and said:

Now give me some bread to feed my children.

The baker was amazed at her great kindness.

He became the main bread donor for Mother Teresa's orphanage.

Make the love in you be stronger than the abuse that comes to you.

God will compensate you for every pain you experienced with great joy.

Read here about Saint Lawrence of Rome, the patron saint of many causes

Saint Lawrence of Rome
(d. 258 A.D.) was likely a Spaniard by birth who lived in Rome while Christianity was outlawed under pain of death.
He was appointed by Pope St. Sixtus II as archdeacon over the seven deacons of Rome, and held the sacred duty of tending to the Church's wealth and distributing alms to the poor.
After Pope St. Sixtus II was beheaded by Roman Emperor Valerian, along with the six other deacons, Lawrence was left as the highest-ranking clergy in Rome.
He was ordered by the Roman authorities to appear before the tribunal—a summons to his execution—along with the treasures of the Church that were in his possession.
St. Lawrence then quickly distributed the Church's wealth to the poor so that the government could not confiscate it.
On the appointed day, August 10th, Lawrence responded to the summons by bringing with him a multitude of the poor and crippled of Rome; these he proclaimed to be the true treasure of the Church. This angered the authorities so greatly that Lawrence was ordered to be burned alive on a gridiron.
He was bound to the metal grate and slowly roasted to death over hot coals. During his torture Lawrence famously mocked his torturers by saying, "I am done on this side, turn me over." St. Lawrence is the patron saint of many causes including cooks, chefs, comedians, deacons, librarians, students, and the poor. His feast day is August 10th.

ST. TERESA BENEDICTA OF THE CROSS

Died Aug 9, 1942

St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (1891–1942) was born as Edith Stein in Prussia, the youngest of eleven children from a devout Jewish family. She was a bright and gifted child, and as she matured she became an atheist. She went on to receive a doctorate in philosophy, studying under the famous philosophers Heidegger and Husserl. Despite her atheism, she was affected by several friends who displayed a great passion for the Catholic faith. One day, while staying at a friend's home, she saw the autobiography of St. Teresa of Avila. She read it from cover to cover, and after finishing it she exclaimed, "This is the Truth." Edith was baptized in Cologne, Germany in 1922. From there she taught for a time at a Dominican school and studied St. Thomas Aquinas and other Catholic philosophers. When the rise of anti-semitism forced her to resign from a teaching post, she wrote to Pope Pius XI asking him to publicly denounce the Nazis. Discerning a call to the religious life, she became a Carmelite nun in Cologne 1934, taking the name Teresa Benedicta of the Cross after her special devotion to the Cross of Christ. When the Nazi threat grew in Germany, her Order transferred her to a convent in the Netherlands for safety. There Edith grew in her desire to offer her life for the salvation of souls. The Nazis eventually came for her, and she, along with her sister Rose, who was also a convert, were sent to the Nazi concentration camp in Auschwitz. They were both killed in the gas chamber. St. Edith Stein is the patroness of martyrs and Europe. Her feast day is August 9th.

- Catholic Company

“Those who remain silent are responsible.” — St. Edith Stein

UNFAILING PRAYER TO ST.ANTHONY OF PADUA

PRAYER TO ST.ANTHONY OF PADUA

"Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints"

O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me...(Mention your request here).

O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.

St.Anthony pray for us. Amen.

SHARE THIS TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO SPREAD THE BLESSINGS 

ST. AUGUSTINE'S PRAYER TO THE HOLY ANGELS

ST. AUGUSTINE'S PRAYER TO THE HOLY ANGELS

O God, be propitious to me and guard me all the days of my life! be merciful unto me, and send to my aid thine Archangel, St Michael, that he may defend me against my enemies.

Holy Archangel, St Michael, protect me against all dangers, that I may not perish on the day of judgment.

By the grace thou hast merited, and through Our Lord Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, I beseech thee to deliver me from the perils of death.

St Gabriel, St Raphael, Holy Angels and Archangels, come to my aid. Virtues of heaven, be my help and my strength, that no enemy may be able to injure me either by water or by fire, or while journeying;

protect me from a sudden and unprovided death, and grant that, sleeping or waking, I may be freed from all danger.

Amen.

This Valentine’s Day ,say this prayer for your personal intentions 🙏 NOVENA TO SAINT VALENTINE

NOVENA TO SAINT VALENTINE

In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen

O Glorious advocate and protector Saint Valentine,
Look with pity upon our wants, hear our requests.
Attend to our prayers, relieve by your intercession the miseries under which we labor,
And obtain for us the Divine blessing that we may be found worthy to join you in praising the Almighty for all eternity through the merits of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray, then, O Holy Martyr, for the Faithful, who are so persevering in celebrating thy memory. The day of Judgment will reveal to us all thy glorious merits.
Oh! intercede for us, that we may then be made thy companions at the right hand of the Great Judge, and be united with thee eternally in heaven.

LET US PRAY
Grant, we beseech thee, O Almighty God that we who solemnize the festival of Blessed Valentine, Thy Martyr, may by his intercession be delivered from all the evils that threaten us.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen. [Mention your intention(s) here...]

CONCLUDE WITH :
Saint Valentine, advocate and protector, pray for me (us).
Say 1 Our Father...
Say 1 Hail Mary...
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St Valentine - Pray for us