Catholic Prayer Archives with Invitation to all
Comments
-
FOR VICTIMS OF ABUSE DiamondGirl wrote:
Prayer for Healing
God of endless love, ever caring, ever strong,
always present, always just : you gave your only Son to save us by the Blood of his Cross.
Gentle Jesus, shepherd of peace, join to your own suffering the pain of all who have been hurt in body, mind and spirit by those who betrayed the trust placed in them.
Hear our cries as we agonize over the harm done to our brothers and sisters.
Breathe wisdom into our prayers, soothe restless hearts with hope,steady shaken spirits with faith: show us the way to justice and wholeness,
enlightened by truth and enfolded in your mercy.
Holy Spirit, comforter of hearts, heal your people's wounds and transform our brokenness.
Grant us courage and wisdom, humility and grace,
so that we may act with justice and find peace in you.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen
-
Beloved Lord,
I pray today for my family, not only the family that shares my DNA but also those who share my faith. As you know, families are complicated, and I've told you plenty about my daily problems with this one or that one. Expectations run high. Wounds run deep. There are dysfunctions that only You can unravel, and so I ask you to bring your wisdom and power into these situations. And I also pray for those caring friends who have gathered around me as a second family. Thank you for their support, and I ask You to support them in their various needs. Let love reign in my heart, my home and theirs as well. This is my deepest prayer. Amen!
submitted by Diamond Girl our beloved Paula-July 8th 2011
-
Evening Prayer (St. Augustine)
Watch, O Lord, with those who wake,
or watch, or weep tonight,
and give Your Angels and Saints charge over those who
sleep.
Tend Your sick ones, O Lord Christ.
Rest Your weary ones,
Bless Your dying ones,
Soothe Your suffering ones,
pity Your afflicted ones,
Shield Your joyous ones,
And all for Your love's sake. Amen.St. Francis
May the LORD bless us and keep us; may the LORD make his face to shine upon us, and be gracious to us; may the LORD lift up his countenance upon us, and give us peace.Submitted by Theresa July 8th 2011
-
theresap60 wrote:
Romans 8:26-27
The Spirit comes to help us in our weakness. For when we cannot choose words in order to pray properly, the Spirit himself expresses our plea in a way that could never be put into words, and God who knows everything in our hearts knows perfectly well what he means, and that the pleas of the saints expressed by the Spirit are according to the mind of God.
-
DiamondGirl wrote:
A prayer: (from The Right Prayers for Every Need)
Thank you Jesus for Your power of love through my difficult times, Your grace woven in my daily tasks, and Your understanding and forgiveness when I fail. I am a child of Christ, I am His love, and daily I wake to the beauty He surrounds me with, family, friends, and all my extended family on this thread - where two or more are present....written by Sagina-transferred here by sheila
-
lovemyfamilysomuch wrote:
I choose to go to work today for the love of God and family and I will be open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit to do His will in all things." And just let go of choices I made in the past and choices I will need to make in the future. Live for this day. Savor this day.
-
Submitted by Diamond Girl on Aug 2nd 2011------(from The Right Prayers for Every Need)
Thank you, Lord, for the wonderful people you have brought into my life. There have been many rich friendships with people who shared my joys and sorrows alike. You have also inspired leaders to teach me and guide me in faith. You have allowed me to have influence on others as well. Thank you, Lord, for this holy community of faith. I don't know what I'd do without them.
O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever.
**********************************************************************************
Today, dear Lord, as an act of faith, I declare my trust in you out loud! I say, "The Lord is my refuge, my fortress, the God in whom I place my trust!" I will say it as I get ready to greet the day, as I move from place to place, as I take my meals, and when I lie down to rest. Let each declaration seal the truth to my heart and mind. Thank you for being my shelter and safe place during this storm of my life. I'll say it again, "You are my God, in whom I trust." Amen!
-
Paula added to the prayer archives-----the librarian Namaste Sheila
-
kay1963 wrote:
Saw this and thought I'd share it:
Criticism or Creativity in Self,Others
Criticism can be very subtle in the way it creeps into our thoughts and simply become a bad habit. Here are some examples of criticism to help you become aware of its existence in your life or in the life of someone we know. The weather is awful today. The traffic is terrible. The service is really bad. Oh no, look at the line. He/she is always late. How many times do I have to repeat myself to them? My husband is a slob. My wife is a nag. My kids are bad. God hates me. It's so hot in here. I've been on hold for so long!. These are some of the thoughts in my own head and some of the statements from many people I meet throughout my day. We all have the ability to appreciate something in every single circumstance. There is always something to be grateful for.
Today- try to count the many negative thoughts you hear in your head . Try to count the negative things you hear out of the mouths of those around you.
Here are some ways to turn criticism into creative prayers: Lord, please use the rain to care for your creation. Lord, while I wait for this traffic, who can I pray for? Lord, the service is not good but please bless the person at the counter. Lord, thank you for my husband. Lord, thank you for my wife. Lord, bless my children and thank you for them. Thank you for the warm hot weather that keeps the flowers blooming. (The list goes on).
Remember, that complaining is so easy. But, creative prayers and thoughts can turn your day into a wonderful experience.
Science has proven that endorphins are released and serotonin levels rise when we do good deeds for others. Dopamine gets released as we calmly think good thoughts and bring cheer to others.
HAPPY FRIDAY and remember - No eye has seen and no ear has heard and no mind can conceive what God has for us ! Keep the faith ! GOD IS FOR YOU !
-
Kay-------- I thought the whole thing was so true to what should be and isn't. Thank you, I transferred it to the prayer archive. It's good for the soul. I hope your twin is managing and the boys. It is such a tough thing to go through. I did individual counseling after Greg died. In retrospect, I question, if going to group grief counseling would have helped as an adjunct to my individual counseling. Just a thought. L&H&P's Namaste Sheila
-
Sep 30, 2011 10:44 pm lovemyfamilysomuch wrote:
Take my hand, o blessed Mother
Hold me firmly lest I fall.
I grow nervous while walking and
Humbly on thee call.
Guide me over every crossing
Watch me when I'm on the stairs,
Let me know that you're beside me
Listen to my fervent prayers.
Bring me to my destination
Safely along the way
Bless my every undertaking
And my duties for the day.
And when evening creeps upon me
I'll never fear to be alone
Once again, O Blessed Mother,
Take my hand and lead me home.
Missing my own precious mother tonight xo
______________________________________________________________________________
transferred from the Catholic thread Oct 2nd 2011
-
20 hours ago, edited 20 hours ago by Racy Racy wrote:
Ladies, here is the novena prayer:
Ever generous God, You inspired Saint Mary MacKillop to live her life faithful to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and constant in bringing hope and encouragement to those who were disheartened, lonely or needy. With confidence in your generous providence and through the intercession of Saint Mary MacKillop we ask that you grant our request.
-
Dear ST Mary MacKillop, please intercede for me though our Lord Jesus that my tumor marker come back normal, in Jesus name I ask,. Amen Betty
-
Dec 8, 2011 06:41 pm theresap60 wrote:
Day One
Our Lady, hear our petitions and bring them to you Son.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 9, 2011 08:23 am theresap60 wrote:
Day Two
Our Lady, Stella Maris, guide us to your Son and present our petitions to Him.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 10, 2011 08:30 am theresap60 wrote:
Day Three
Our Lady of the Angels, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 11, 2011 04:50 pm theresap60 wrote:
Day Four
Our Lady, the Immaculate Conception, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 12, 2011 08:29 am, edited Dec 12, 2011 08:36 AM by theresap60 theresap60 wrote:
Day Five
Our Lady of Guadalupe, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 13, 2011 12:20 pm theresap60 wrote:
Day Six
Our Lady, Queen of Apostles, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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
-
Dec 14, 2011 11:58 am theresap60 wrote:
Day Seven
Our Lady, Ark of the Covenant, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 15, 2011 12:00 pm theresap60 wrote:
Day Eight
Our Lady of Sorrows, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 16, 2011 11:04 am theresap60 wrote:
Day Nine
Our Lady of the Snow, Mother of God, present our petitions to your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by 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.
-
Dec 23, 2011 11:49 am sagina wrote:
Jesus, here in this place we come together in Your name, called by the goodness of Your life and the outpouring of Your blood for us in Your death. Although we truly are many parts, in the Communion of our faith, we come together as one Body to sing your praise this blessed weekend, the day of Your birth. Obediently we say we are here Lord, to do Your will, to follow Your commands. Thank you for Your birth, for the reminder every day that we are part of the great kingdom of God, that we are Your children, sheltered under Your wing, and loved as only the Father can love. Bring us the peace that only You can give, as only You can give.
-
And on bended knee,
I believe in the goodness of Man,
Made in the likeness of our Almighty Father,
May we accept what He has given us,
May we believe that He holds use in His cloak,
May we not wander from His sight,
May we be guided by His word.
May the joy of knowing Him always be in our hearts,
May we, by the living of our lives, draw others to His side,
When we die may each of us be brought home to Him
Amen
Sheila 12/30/2011
-
Submitted by Theresa
From Evening Prayer on this Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God
God, our Father, since you gave mankind a savior through blessed Mary, virgin and mother, grant that we may feel the power of her intercession when she pleads for us with Jesus Christ, your Son, the author of life, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. Amen.
May the Lord bless us and keep us from all harm; and may he lead us to eternal life.
AMEN -
Submitted by DiamondGirl:
Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. Say to those who are of a fearful heart, "Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God...He will come and save you." - Isiah 35: 3-4
-
Lord,
With your bright and open heart forgive me for showing darkness to the light.
Putting my back, to what is right was wrong and i have sinned against you.
Forgive me O merciful one because i have relished my wrong and i am sorry for what i have done.
Lord i am ready to contiue following in your footsteps.
Take my from the dark.
Hear me now O lord.
Amen -
I pray for peace - but sometimes, I can't find it with both hands and a flashlight. I can forgive ignorance; I cannot forgive malice and inconsideration. Those are the "friends" who really aren't, never were, and cannot be again. I don't ask for much, simply patience, kindness, and respect. Maybe that's just too much to ask for some times written by: NancyHB
-
Prayer: Please, God at the time, I come before you weigh the good and the bad of my life. I seek forgiveness for what I have done that was wrong. I hope the good that I have done that you find worthy of your countenance.
-
9 minutes ago sas-schatzi wrote:
Instruction re the Divine Mercy Chaplet follows day nine of the novena which is on the next page.
the first day of the Divine Mercy novena, Christ asked Saint Faustina to pray the following prayer for the sake of all mankind, especially sinners. She recorded the following words of Our Lord in her diary: "Today bring to Me all mankind, especially all sinners, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. In this way you will console Me in the bitter grief into which the loss of souls plunges Me."
Prayer for the First Day of the Divine Mercy Novena
Most Merciful Jesus, whose very nature it is to have compassion on us and to forgive us, do not look upon our sins but upon our trust which we place in Your infinite goodness. Receive us all into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart, and never let us escape from It. We beg this of You by Your love which unites You to the Father and the Holy Spirit.
Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon all mankind and especially upon poor sinners, all enfolded in the Most Compassionate Heart of Jesus. For the sake of His sorrowful Passion show us Your mercy, that we may praise the omnipotence of Your mercy for ever and ever. Amen
Categories
- All Categories
- 679 Advocacy and Fund-Raising
- 289 Advocacy
- 68 I've Donated to Breastcancer.org in honor of....
- Test
- 322 Walks, Runs and Fundraising Events for Breastcancer.org
- 5.6K Community Connections
- 282 Middle Age 40-60(ish) Years Old With Breast Cancer
- 53 Australians and New Zealanders Affected by Breast Cancer
- 208 Black Women or Men With Breast Cancer
- 684 Canadians Affected by Breast Cancer
- 1.5K Caring for Someone with Breast cancer
- 455 Caring for Someone with Stage IV or Mets
- 260 High Risk of Recurrence or Second Breast Cancer
- 22 International, Non-English Speakers With Breast Cancer
- 16 Latinas/Hispanics With Breast Cancer
- 189 LGBTQA+ With Breast Cancer
- 152 May Their Memory Live On
- 85 Member Matchup & Virtual Support Meetups
- 375 Members by Location
- 291 Older Than 60 Years Old With Breast Cancer
- 177 Singles With Breast Cancer
- 869 Young With Breast Cancer
- 50.4K Connecting With Others Who Have a Similar Diagnosis
- 204 Breast Cancer with Another Diagnosis or Comorbidity
- 4K DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ)
- 79 DCIS plus HER2-positive Microinvasion
- 529 Genetic Testing
- 2.2K HER2+ (Positive) Breast Cancer
- 1.5K IBC (Inflammatory Breast Cancer)
- 3.4K IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)
- 1.5K ILC (Invasive Lobular Carcinoma)
- 999 Just Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastasis
- 652 LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ)
- 193 Less Common Types of Breast Cancer
- 252 Male Breast Cancer
- 86 Mixed Type Breast Cancer
- 3.1K Not Diagnosed With a Recurrence or Metastases but Concerned
- 189 Palliative Therapy/Hospice Care
- 488 Second or Third Breast Cancer
- 1.2K Stage I Breast Cancer
- 313 Stage II Breast Cancer
- 3.8K Stage III Breast Cancer
- 2.5K Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
- 13.1K Day-to-Day Matters
- 132 All things COVID-19 or coronavirus
- 87 BCO Free-Cycle: Give or Trade Items Related to Breast Cancer
- 5.9K Clinical Trials, Research News, Podcasts, and Study Results
- 86 Coping with Holidays, Special Days and Anniversaries
- 828 Employment, Insurance, and Other Financial Issues
- 101 Family and Family Planning Matters
- Family Issues for Those Who Have Breast Cancer
- 26 Furry friends
- 1.8K Humor and Games
- 1.6K Mental Health: Because Cancer Doesn't Just Affect Your Breasts
- 706 Recipe Swap for Healthy Living
- 704 Recommend Your Resources
- 171 Sex & Relationship Matters
- 9 The Political Corner
- 874 Working on Your Fitness
- 4.5K Moving On & Finding Inspiration After Breast Cancer
- 394 Bonded by Breast Cancer
- 3.1K Life After Breast Cancer
- 806 Prayers and Spiritual Support
- 285 Who or What Inspires You?
- 28.7K Not Diagnosed But Concerned
- 1K Benign Breast Conditions
- 2.3K High Risk for Breast Cancer
- 18K Not Diagnosed But Worried
- 7.4K Waiting for Test Results
- 603 Site News and Announcements
- 560 Comments, Suggestions, Feature Requests
- 39 Mod Announcements, Breastcancer.org News, Blog Entries, Podcasts
- 4 Survey, Interview and Participant Requests: Need your Help!
- 61.9K Tests, Treatments & Side Effects
- 586 Alternative Medicine
- 255 Bone Health and Bone Loss
- 11.4K Breast Reconstruction
- 7.9K Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After
- 2.7K Complementary and Holistic Medicine and Treatment
- 775 Diagnosed and Waiting for Test Results
- 7.8K Hormonal Therapy - Before, During, and After
- 50 Immunotherapy - Before, During, and After
- 7.4K Just Diagnosed
- 1.4K Living Without Reconstruction After a Mastectomy
- 5.2K Lymphedema
- 3.6K Managing Side Effects of Breast Cancer and Its Treatment
- 591 Pain
- 3.9K Radiation Therapy - Before, During, and After
- 8.4K Surgery - Before, During, and After
- 109 Welcome to Breastcancer.org
- 98 Acknowledging and honoring our Community
- 11 Info & Resources for New Patients & Members From the Team