HOLY SOULS CAMPAIGN - WHY NOT ADD NAMES OF YOUR LOVED ONES TO THE HOLY SOULS MASS REGISTRY, FOR PRAYER?

 

The Holy Souls Mass Registry is a powerful act of mercy

Our departed loved ones are never forgotten. Christians believe that our prayers and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass can assist the Holy Souls in Purgatory. 

It is a holy custom to pray especially for our departed family members and friends, at this time of the year.

Canada Needs Our Lady has a wonderful online "Holy Souls Mass Registry" in which you can entrust the names of your departed loved ones.

Why not add their names to the Registry, for special prayers. When you add their names, they will be remembered through;

30 Holy Masses

Their names will be remembered in 30 Holy Masses offered by a priest for the intentions of the Holy Souls enrolled in the Registry.

Ongoing prayers throughout the year

They will also be remembered throughout the year by members and supporters of Canada Needs Our Lady.

It is a privilege to pray for your loved ones.

The names you submit to "Canada needs Our Lady" will remain private and will not be published.

TO ACCESS THE HOLY SOULS CAMPAIGN, PLEASE CLICK IN THE FOLLOWING LINK;

https://cnol.org/holy-souls-campaign/

With thanks to cnol.org

STOP SATANIC MONUMENT FROM BEING ERECTED IN TEXAS; ALLEGED NEWS. WHY NOT SIGN THE PETITION?

 

                Jesus always. If we do not stand for Him, the very stones will cry out

THE SATANIC TEMPLE IS PETITIONING TO ERECT A SATANIC MONUMENT INSIDE THE CITY HALL, AMARILLO, TEXAS; ALLEGED NEWS. [1] The satanists claimed that they are doing this to push back against a Ten Commandments monument that was erected there a few months ago; Alleged News. [1]

Why not sign the petition to tell Amarillo's Mayor to stop the satanic monument from being erected; Alleged News. [1]

ACCESS THE PETITION AT

https://www.returntoorder.org/petition/stop-satanic-monument-from-being-erected-in-texas/

With thanks to returntoorder.org

HAPPY FEAST OF ARCHANGELS MICHAEL, GABRIEL AND RAPHAEL; SEPTEMBER 29

 

Saint Michael; "Who is like God?"

Saint Michael appears in Daniel, Jude, and Revelation as the heavenly spiritual warrior against the dragon, satan. The Church invokes him as defender against the wickedness and snares of the devil. Pope Leo XIII composed the famous St. Michael Prayer after a vision of spiritual battle.

Saint Gabriel; Messenger of the Incarnation

Saint Gabriel ("God is my strength") announced Saint John the Baptist's impending birth to Zechariah, and the Incarnation to Mary at the Annunciation (Luke 1). He is the Archangel of God's Word and vocation. His intercession is often sought for clarity in decisions, for communicators, and for those preparing for marriage or religious life.

Saint Raphael; Guide and healer

Saint Raphael ("God heals") appears in the Book of Tobit, guiding young Tobias, healing Tobit's blindness, and protecting the marriage of Tobias and Sarah. He is patron of travellers, the sick, and happy meetings.

THE ROSARY OF SAINT MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

Saint Michael the Archangel, with his spiritual sword, is known as Champion of Warriors of the Eternal Army, Commander of the fight against satan, demons and evil. We can pray to St Michael in different ways such as by prayer, prayer chapel, novena or by rosary. These prayers are intercession for grace from God, and powerful protection against satan.

The rosary to St Michael is prayed upon a special rosary with 39 beads, and a medal of Saint Michael the Archangel.

Begin the rosary with four Our Fathers, one for St Michael, another in honour of St Gabriel, one for St Raphael and finally one for our dear guardian angel. Then we begin the intercessions.

The rosary is divided into nine intercessions, following which we recite:

- One Our Father

- Three Hail Maries

1st intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the celestial choir of the Seraphim, may the Lord make us worthy to burn with the fire of perfect charity. Amen."

2nd intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the heavenly choir of the Cherubim, may the Lord grant us the grace to surrender the path of sin and to run in the path of Christian perfection. Amen." 

3rd intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the Heavenly Choir of Thrones, may the Lord breathe into our hearts a true and sincere spirit of humility. Amen." 

4th intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the celestial choir of Dominations, may the Lord give us the grace to dominate our senses and to subdue our undisciplined passions. Amen." 

5th intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the celestial choir of the Powers, may the Lord deign to protect our souls from the snares and temptations of the devil. Amen." 

6th intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the admirable choir of the Heavenly Virtues, may the Lord protect us from evil and protect us from temptation." 

7th intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the celestial choir of Principalities, may God fill our souls with a true spirit of obedience." 

8th intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the celestial choir of Archangels, may the Lord give us perseverance in faith and in all good works, so that we may gain the glory of paradise. Amen." 

9th intercession;

"Through the intercession of Saint Michael and the celestial choir of all the angels, may the Lord grant us to be protected by them in this mortal life and then led to eternal glory. Amen." 

Concluding prayer

Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel

"Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in the hour of battle. Be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God restrain him, we humbly pray; and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust down into hell satan and all the other wicked spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen.

This rosary is powerful protection against evil

This rosary is a powerful prayer and protection against evil. We can meditate during the rosary on the holy truths contained therein, and receive many spiritual benefits. This angelic crown (another name for the rosary to St Michael the Archangel) is powerful in the case of spiritual battles. St Michael is the archangel who successfully led the war in heaven against satan and his followers. It is wonderful to lean on the strength, power and holiness of the Commander of the Angels in our daily battle towards our own holiness, and our fight against evil. Let us rely on St Michael the Archangel's intercession for us before Almighty God.

This rosary is also a powerful prayer for the early release from purgatory of the deceased person/people for whom we recite this prayer.

Prayer chapel of Saint Michael the Archangel;

https://churchinterfaith.blogspot.com/2026/08/prayer-chapel-of-saint-michael-archangel.html

Prayer chapel of Saint Gabriel;

https://churchinterfaith.blogspot.com/2026/08/prayer-chapel-of-archangel-gabriel.html

Prayer chapel of Saint Raphael;

https://churchinterfaith.blogspot.com/2026/08/prayer-chapel-of-saint-raphael-archangel.html

Image source unknown. With thanks to the image artist

PRAYER CHAPEL OF POPE SAINT PIUS X

 

PRAYER CHAPEL OF SAINT POPE PIUS X

POPE OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST, SERVANT OF CHRIST, RENEWER OF THE CHURCH

Theme: Love of the Holy Eucharist, fidelity to Christ and His Church, holiness through the Sacraments, sound Christian teaching and renewal of faith.

Entrance Prayer

"In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Lord Jesus Christ, You called Saint Pope Pius X from humble beginnings to serve Your Church as priest, bishop and shepherd of Your people. You gave him a deep love for the Holy Eucharist. You granted Saint Pope Pius X a mission that Your people might draw close to You, especially through Holy Communion.

As we gather in this chapel dedicated to his honour, grant us the grace to love You more deeply. Help us to receive You worthily in the Blessed Sacrament, and to remain faithful to the teachings of Your Church. Grant they we may live our Christian vocation with humility and holiness.

Through the intercession of Saint Pope Pius X, renew our faith and strengthen our families. Enlighten our minds with the truth, and draw our hearts ever closer to Your Sacred Heart.

Amen."

Scripture Reading:  John 6:35

"Jesus said to them: I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst."

Reflection

Saint Pope Pius X had a profound love for Jesus Christ truly present in the Holy Eucharist. As a priest and shepherd, he desired that the faithful should not view Holy Communion as distant or reserved for a select few. Rather, Saint Pius X encouraged all to approach the Eucharistic Lord with proper preparation, love, and profound reverence.

His pastoral ministry placed the Holy Eucharist at the heart of Christian life. Saint Pius X encouraged the faithful - including children who were properly prepared - to receive Holy Communion and to draw spiritual strength from Christ.

Saint Pius X also understood that love of the Eucharist must be accompanied by sound faith. He devoted himself to Christian instruction so that people would know what the Church teaches and live according to the gospel.

The life of Saint Pius X reminds us that renewal begins with Christ. When Christ is placed at the centre of our hearts, families, parishes and communities, our lives can be transformed by His grace.

Saint Pius X teaches us to approach Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament with humility and faith. He further taught that we approach Jesus with love, and to allow the Eucharistic Lord to lead us towards holiness.

LITANY OF SAINT POPE PIUS X

Response: Pray for us.

Saint Pius X, 

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Saint Pius X, faithful servant of Jesus Christ, 

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Saint Pius X, devoted priest of God, 

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Saint Pius X, loving shepherd of souls, 

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Saint Pius X, Pope devoted to the Holy Eucharist, 

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Saint Pius X, of great devotion and love of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, 

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Saint Pius X, who encouraged frequent Holy Communion, 

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Saint Pius X, protector of the young and defender of their faith, 

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Saint Pius X, teacher of Christian doctrine, 

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Saint Pius X, faithful guardian of the teachings of the Church, 

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Saint Pius X, humble servant of God's people, 

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Saint Pius X, promoter of sacred worship and sacred music, 

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Saint Pius X, devoted son of the Blessed Mother Mary, 

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Saint Pius X, example of priestly holiness, 

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Saint Pius X, zealous for the salvation of souls, 

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Saint Pius X, faithful servant of Christ and His Church, 

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Saint Pius X, guide us towards holiness, 

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Prayer for Love of the Holy Eucharist

"Saint Pius X, teach us to love Jesus Christ in the Most Blessed Sacrament with a sincere and devoted heart.

Help us to approach the altar with faith and humility. Guide us to show reverence and dress modestly before the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar.. Teach us to prepare our hearts to receive Jesus and to remain close to Him in prayer after Holy Communion.

May the Eucharist become the centre of our Christian lives, the source of our strength. We pray that Christ may nourish our souls through the Eucharistic sacrament.  

Obtain for us the grace to remain faithful to Christ, especially in times of difficulty. Help us to carry Christ's love from the altar to our families and all in our daily lives.

Amen."

Prayer for Families and Communities

"Saint Pius X, intercede for our families and our parishes. Interced for our communities.

Pray that parents may teach their children to know and love Jesus Christ. Pray that children may grow in faith and virtue. Please pray that our homes may become places of prayer, forgiveness and Christian love.

Pray for religious leaders and teachers, that they may faithfully proclaim the gospel and guide souls towards Christ.

May our communities be united in faith, and strengthened by the Sacraments. May they be nourished by the Holy Eucharist.

Help us to bring the Light of Christ into a world in need of truth, peace and hope.

Amen."

Closing Prayer

"O God, Who raised up Saint Pius X to shepherd Your Church with humility and love, grant that through his intercession we may grow in faith and holiness.

Teach us to love Your Son, Jesus Christ, truly present in the Holy Eucharist. Help us to receive the Holy Eucharist with reverence. Help us to remain faithful to Christ's teaching. Guide us to live our lives according to the truth of the gospel.

May we, like Saint Pius X, seek not our own glory but the glory of God and the salvation of souls.

Through Christ our Lord.

Amen."

Saint Pius X; pray for us

Jesus, Bread of Life; we trust in You

Our Lady, Mother of the Church; pray for us

Saint Joseph, Guardian and Patron of the Church; pray for us.

NOVENA TO SAINT POPE PIUS X

The novena to Saint Pius X is a time of prayer and reflection in which we ask his intercession for ourselves. We pray for intercession for our families, religious leaders and the whole Church. We pray especially for a deeper love of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. We pray for greater faithfulness to the teachings of the Church. We ask for growth in Christian knowledge, and the grace to live holy lives.

"In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Eternal Father, You called Saint Pius X to serve Your Church as priest, bishop and Supreme Pontiff. You filled him with love for Your Son Jesus Christ, and with a deep desire that Your people should receive Him in the Holy Eucharist.

Through the intercession of Saint Pius X, send Your Holy Spirit upon me. Enlighten my mind that I may know the truth You have revealed. Strengthen my heart that I may remain faithful to You. Deepen my love for Jesus Christ, Your Son.

Saint Pius X, faithful shepherd of the Church, pray for me.

Saint Pius X, devoted to the Holy Eucharist, help me to draw closer to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Teach me to approach Holy Communion with a pure and humble heart. Help me to remain united with Christ after receiving Him.

(Here say your intention.)

Saint Pius X, you devoted your life to the renewal of Christian faith and for the salvation of souls. Obtain for me the grace I need to remain faithful in my daily life.

Help me to grow in prayer, and to learn the teachings of my Christian faith. Help me to love the Sacraments, and to live according to the gospel.

Pray for my family, that we may remain united in faith and charity. Pray for our children and youth, that they may know Jesus Christ and remain close to Him. Pray for our religious leaders and all who teach the faith, that they may proclaim the truth with wisdom, and humility.

Dear Saint Pius X, help me to understand that true renewal begins with the human heart. Lead me to the altar of Christ. Lead me to the Sacred Scriptures. Guide me to prayer and to the Sacraments.

When I am discouraged, strengthen me.

When my faith is weak, pray for me.

When I am tempted to turn away from Christ, lead me back to Him.

When I receive Jesus in Holy Communion, help me to remember that I am receiving the Bread of Life and the Source of Grace.

Saint Pius X, plead for me before the Throne of Almighty God, that I may receive the grace for which I now pray, if it is according to God's Holy Will.

Help me to become more faithful to Christ, and more devoted to His Church. Help me to become more loving towards my neighbour, and more determined to live a holy Christian life.

May Mother Mary, whom you loved and honoured, lead me always closer to her Divine Son.

May Saint Joseph, Guardian and Protector of the Church, pray for me.

Thank you, dear Saint Pius X, for your prayers and intercession. Remain near me throughout my life and help me to remain faithful to Jesus Christ until the day when I may behold Him forever in the glory of Heaven.

Through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."

 

Image courtesy of ChatGPT and CN Whittle "Saint Pope Pius X"

PRAYER CHAPEL FOR DIVINE GUIDANCE - PRAYER FOR EMPLOYMENT, PROVISION AND NEW BEGINNINGS

 

PRAYER CHAPEL FOR DIVINE GUIDANCE

             Prayer for Employment, Provision and New Beginnings

Theme: Trusting God after job loss, seeking His Guidance in finding suitable employment, and placing our future, talents and financial needs into His loving Hands.

Entrance Prayer

"In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Heavenly Father,

I come before You with my worries, my uncertainty and my hopes for the future. You know the circumstances that have brought me to this moment, including the loss of my employment and the concerns that follow from it.

Lord Jesus Christ, You know what it means to experience hardship and uncertainty. Guide me now as I seek new employment. Open the doors that are right for me and gently close those that are not according to Your Will.

Holy Spirit, Spirit of Wisdom and Divine Guidance, enlighten my mind, strengthen my courage and help me to recognise the opportunities You place before me. Guide my decisions, my conversations, my applications and my interviews.

Lord, lead me where You want me to go. Provide what I need. Give me patience while I wait, courage while I search, and faith when I cannot yet see the way forward.

Amen."

Prayer After a Layoff

"Lord, I place before You the pain and disappointment of losing my employment.
Where I feel rejected, give me dignity.
Where I feel anxious, give me peace.
Where I feel uncertain, give me direction.
Where I feel discouraged, restore my hope.

Remind me that my worth is not determined by my job, my salary or the opinion of an employer. I am Your child, created with gifts, abilities and a purpose.

Help me to use the talents You have given me wisely. Lead me towards work where I can contribute meaningfully, support myself and my family, and serve others with honesty and dignity."

Prayer for an Open Door

"Heavenly Father, please open the door that is meant for me.

May the right opportunity become visible.
May the right people cross my path.
May my applications reach the right hands.
May my abilities be recognised.
May I have wisdom to know when an opportunity is suitable.

If I must begin again, give me courage to begin.
If I must learn something new, give me humility to learn.
If I must wait, give me patience.
And if an unexpected opportunity appears, give me discernment to recognise Your Providence. Amen." 

Prayer 

"Lord, I do not know what tomorrow holds,
but I know that You hold tomorrow.
Guide my steps, open the right door,
please provide for my needs,
and lead me to the work You have prepared for me.
Jesus, I trust in You.
Amen."

 

Prayer of Surrender

"Lord Jesus, I surrender my employment situation to You.

Take away the fear of what may happen. Give me the grace to do everything within my power while leaving the outcome in Your Hands.

May I not lose hope because one door has closed. Help me to believe that a closed door does not mean that my life has lost its purpose.

Lead me, Lord.
Provide for me, Lord.
Guide me, Lord.
I place my future in Your Hands.

Amen."

Closing Prayer

"Saint Joseph, Worker and Patron of Workers; pray for me. Help me to seek honest work and to persevere through difficulty

Saint Cajetan, Patron of unemployed and job-seekers; pray for me

Saint Benedict, author of the phrase "Ora et Labora" (pray and work); guide me in seeking God's Will

Mother Mary, Mother of the Divine Providence; intercede for me

Holy Spirit, Divine Guide; illuminate my path

Sacred Heart of Jesus; I place my trust in You

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."

 

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PRAYER CHAPEL OF OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL

ANGEL OF GOD, HEAVENLY GUARDIAN, MESSENGER OF GOD'S PROVIDENCE

Theme: God's Loving Providence, protection, guidance, fidelity, discernment, purity of heart, perseverance in faith, and the companionship of our Guardian Angel on the journey toward Heaven.

Entrance Prayer

“In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Heavenly Father, in Your infinite Love and Providence, You have entrusted each of us to the care of a Guardian Angel. You have given these blessed spirits to accompany us, and protect us from danger. Our Guardian Angels guide us toward what is good, and lead us ever closer to Your Son, Jesus Christ.

As we gather in this chapel dedicated to our Guardian Angels, grant us the grace to become more attentive to Your Presence and to the holy guidance You provide through Your heavenly messengers.

Help us to listen to the promptings that lead us toward goodness, holiness, purity and truth. Protect us from evil, and strengthen us in temptation. Comfort us in times of fear and sorrow, and guide our steps along the path You have prepared for us.

May our Guardian Angel faithfully accompany us throughout our earthly pilgrimage and, at the end of our lives, lead us safely into the joy of Your heavenly Kingdom.

Through Christ our Lord.

Amen."

Scripture Reading

Psalm 91:11–12

"For He will command His angels concerning you

to guard you in all your ways.

On their hands they will bear you up,

lest you dash your foot against a stone."

Matthew 18:10 

"See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the Face of My Father in heaven."

   

Reflection

From the beginning of our lives, God in His Loving Providence gives each of us a Guardian Angel. These heavenly spirits are servants of God who accompany us upon our earthly journey and assist us in our journey toward Heaven.

Our Guardian Angel does not take the place of God, nor does the Angel replace our freedom or responsibility. Rather, the Angel serves God's Will by protecting, guiding and encouraging us to turn our hearts toward the Lord.

The Guardian Angel reminds us that we are never forgotten by God.

There may be moments when we feel alone, uncertain or afraid. Yet faith teaches us that God's Providence surrounds us. His Love reaches us through countless visible and invisible gifts, including the ministry of the holy Angels.

Our Guardian Angel calls us toward what is true and good. Our Angel encourages us to resist temptation, and protects us from dangers according to God's Providence. Our Angel continually points us toward Christ.

The presence of our Guardian Angel also reminds us of the dignity of our souls. We are created for God and called to holiness. Our earthly life is a pilgrimage toward eternal life, and our Guardian Angel accompanies us upon that journey.

May we therefore cultivate a spirit of prayer and attentiveness, asking God for the grace to recognise the ways in which He guides us.

Our Guardian Angel is not the destination of our devotion, but a faithful servant who helps lead us toward the One whom the Angels themselves adore: Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour.

When we pray for another, we can also pray to their Guardian Angel for them. We can also ask our Guardian Angel to communicate with their Guardian Angel, for the good of the other.

LITANY OF OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL

Response: Pray for us

Our Holy Guardian Angel, 

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Our Guardian Angel, faithful servant of Almighty God,

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Holy Guardian Angel, given to us by the loving Providence of God, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, heavenly companion of our earthly pilgrimage, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, who behold the Face of God, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, messenger of God's Truth, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, faithful protector of our souls, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, guardian of our lives, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, defender against the snares of evil, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, guardian in times of temptation, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, guide us toward what is good, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, help us to recognise God's Will, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, encourage us in times of discouragement, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, comforter in times of sorrow, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, protector in times of danger, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, guardian of our purity, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, guardian of our thoughts and actions, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, help us to resist temptation, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, inspire us to love God above all things, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, lead us closer to Jesus Christ, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, teach us humility and obedience, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, strengthen us in faith, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, help us to persevere in holiness, .

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Holy Guardian Angel, watch over our families and loved ones, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, accompany us in sickness and suffering, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, remain beside us in the hour of death, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, lead us safely toward eternal life, 

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Holy Guardian Angel, rejoice with us in the Presence of God forever, 

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Prayer for Protection

“Holy Guardian Angel, whom God in His infinite goodness has entrusted my care, protect me from every danger of body and soul.

Guard me from evil, temptation, fear and discouragement.

Help me to recognise the occasions that may lead me away from God, and give me the wisdom to turn away from what is sinful.

When I am afraid, strengthen me.

When I am confused, guide me.

When I am tempted, protect me.

When I am discouraged, encourage me.

When I am weak, help me to turn again toward Christ.

May your faithful guardianship always lead me closer to Jesus and deeper into the love of God.

Amen.”

Prayer for Guidance and Discernment

“My Holy Guardian Angel, faithful companion given to me by God, help me to discern the path that leads to holiness.

Quiet the confusion within my heart so that I may recognise what is true and good.

Help me not to follow selfish desires or the passing attractions of the world, but to seek God's Holy Will.

Guide my thoughts, words and actions.

Teach me to pause before making decisions and to bring everything before God in prayer.

May I have the wisdom to recognise good counsel, the courage to reject evil, and the humility to accept God's Direction.

Lead me ever closer to Jesus Christ, who is the Way, the Truth and the Life.

Amen.”

Prayer for Families and Communities

“Holy Guardian Angels, watch over our families, our communities and all those entrusted to our care.

Protect our homes from division, hatred and evil.

Help husbands and wives to remain faithful to one another, and parents to guide their children with wisdom and love. Help children to honour their parents; and families to become places of prayer, forgiveness and peace.

Watch over those who are vulnerable, lonely, elderly, sick or afraid.

Guard our communities and nations and inspire us to live together in charity, justice and peace.

May the Angels of God accompany all who seek to serve and protect others.

Amen.”

Prayer for Children and Young People

“Holy Guardian Angels, watch over all children and youth.

Protect them from harm, temptation and influences that may lead them away from God.

Guide their friendships, their choices and their dreams.

Help them to discover their God-given dignity and vocation.

May they grow in wisdom, purity, courage and faith, always knowing that they are deeply loved by God.

Lead them toward Jesus, who said that the Angels of His little ones continually behold the face of the Father in Heaven.

Amen.”

Prayer for the Sick and Suffering

“Holy Guardian Angels, remain close to those who are sick, suffering or afraid.

Bring comfort to those who feel alone.

Strengthen those who are enduring pain.

Console those who mourn.

Encourage those who have lost hope.

Watch over those who are approaching the end of earthly life, that they may place themselves confidently into the Hands of God.

May your presence remind them that God's Love never abandons His children.

Amen.”

Prayer at the Hour of Death

“Holy Guardian Angel, faithful companion throughout my earthly pilgrimage, remain beside me when my earthly journey comes to its end.

Pray for me in the hour of my death.

Help me to place my complete trust in the mercy of Jesus Christ.

Defend me from fear and despair.

Lead my soul toward the Presence of God, and accompany me into the eternal Kingdom - where with you, and all the Angels and Saints, I may behold the Face of God forever.

Amen.”

Closing Prayer

"O God, in Your Loving Providence You have appointed Your holy Angels to watch over Your children.

We thank You for the gift of our Guardian Angels and for their faithful service to Your Divine Will.

Grant that, protected by their care and guided by their heavenly assistance, we may grow in faith, hope and charity.

May our Guardian Angels defend us from evil, and guide us in our decisions. May our Angels strengthen us in temptation, comfort us in suffering and encourage us in the pursuit of holiness.

Teach us to listen more attentively to Your Voice and to follow the path that leads to Jesus Christ.

May we never forget that our earthly life is a pilgrimage toward Heaven, and that You never abandon those who place their trust in You.

When our journey is complete, may our Guardian Angel lead us safely into Your eternal Presence, where with all the Angels and Saints we may praise You forever.

Through Christ our Lord.

Amen."

Our Holy Guardian Angel;  pray for us

Jesus, Son of God and Saviour of the world; we trust in You.

Holy Michael the Archangel; defend us in battle

Holy Gabriel the Archangel, messenger of God's Truth; pray for us

Holy Raphael the Archangel, companion and healer; pray for us

Mary, Queen of Angels; pray for us

Saint Joseph, Guardian and Patron of the Church; pray for us.

NOVENA TO OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL

The Novena to Our Guardian Angel is a time of prayer and reflection in which we entrust ourselves, our families, our homes and our intentions to the Loving Providence of God.

We ask for the assistance of our Guardian Angel to help us grow in faith, and to discern God's Will. We ask our Angel to help us resist temptation, remain faithful in trials, and draw ever closer to Jesus Christ.

We remember that the Guardian Angel is God's servant and messenger, and that every prayer ultimately rises to God the Father, through Jesus Christ, in the Holy Spirit.

Novena Prayer

“In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Heavenly Father, in Your infinite Love and Wisdom, You have entrusted me to the care of a holy Guardian Angel.

I thank You for this precious gift of Your Divine Providence.

Holy Guardian Angel, faithful servant of God, I place myself under your heavenly protection, and ask you to accompany me throughout this day and throughout my earthly pilgrimage.

Help me to become more attentive to God's Presence.

Guard me from evil and from everything that could separate me from Jesus Christ.

Protect my mind from thoughts that lead me away from God.

Protect my heart from hatred, bitterness, fear and despair.

Protect my body from unnecessary danger.

Guard my eyes, my ears, my tongue, my hands and my feet, that everything I do may honour God.

When I am tempted, strengthen me.

When I am confused, guide me.

When I am discouraged, encourage me.

When I am suffering, remain beside me.

When I am joyful, teach me to give thanks.

When I must make important decisions, help me to seek God's Will with a sincere and humble heart.

Holy Guardian Angel, help me to recognise the difference between what is good and what is harmful, between truth and falsehood, between God's Will and my own selfish desires.

Lead me toward the Sacraments, toward prayer, toward Scripture, toward charity and toward greater love for Jesus Christ.

I ask especially for your prayers concerning:

(State your intention.)

Holy Guardian Angel, please present my prayer before the Lord.

If this request is according to God's Holy Will, ask Him to grant it.

If He asks me to wait, give me patience.

If He asks me to take another path, give me wisdom.

If He permits suffering, give me strength.

If He gives me blessings, give me humility and gratitude.

Help me never to seek my own will above God's Will.

May I trust in Divine Providence even when I cannot understand the road before me.

Holy Guardian Angel, accompany me throughout my life.

Watch over my family and those whom I love.

Protect those who are sick, vulnerable, lonely or suffering.

Guard our homes and communities.

Pray for those who have no one to pray for them.

And when my earthly life is drawing to its close, remain beside me.

Help me to die in the Grace of God, trusting completely in the Mercy of Jesus Christ.

Lead me safely to the heavenly Kingdom, where I may join you and all the Angels and Saints in praising the Most Holy Trinity forever.

Holy Guardian Angel, I thank God for you.

Lead me ever closer to Jesus.

Teach me to love Him more faithfully.

Help me to remain faithful until the end.

Amen.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."

Nine Days of the Novena

Dedicate prayer for nine days as follows:

Day One  - God's Providence

Pray with trust that God never abandons His children

Day Two - Protection from Evil

Pray that we may seek God's Protection and for strength against temptation

Day Three - Guidance and Discernment

Pray that we may learn to seek and recognise God's Holy Will

Day Four - Purity of Heart

Prayer of request, asking God for holiness in thoughts, words and actions

Day Five -  Courage in Trials

Pray that we may remain faithful when life becomes difficult

Day Six - Families and Loved Ones

Prayer during which we entrust homes, families and communities to God's Care

Day Seven - Healing and Consolation

Pray for the sick, suffering, lonely and discouraged

Day Eight - Perseverance in Holiness

Pray that we may grow daily in faith, hope and charity

Day Nine - The Journey to Heaven

Prayer of request, during which we ask our Guardian Angel to accompany us faithfully to the end and lead us toward eternal life.

Final Prayer

"Angel of God, my Guardian dear,

to whom God's Love commits me here,

ever this day be at my side,

to light and guard, to rule and guide.

Amen."