O MARY, QUEEN OF MAY

O MARY, QUEEN OF MAY

Queen of May, O gentle Mother fair,
You watch our weary world with tender care;
From heaven’s light your loving gaze descends,
Upon your children, whom your heart befriends.

With blossoms bright we crown your holy brow,
In love and prayer we make our humble vow.
Each petal laid, a quiet act of grace,
A sign of faith no darkness can erase.

You held dear Jesus, so fragile, pure, and mild,
And taught the world through care of holy Divine Child.
In simple deeds, in kindness softly shown,
We echo love that in your life was sown.

In troubled times, as ever they have been,
When hearts grow faint and hope becomes unseen;
We turn to you, O Mother, calm and bright,
To guide our steps again toward heaven’s true light.

Lead us, dear Mother Mary, upon the narrow way,
Through shadowed paths wending onward into eternal day.
We ask you keep us close, whatever may befall;
Sweet Queen of May, our Mother, our dear beloved all.

With thanks to Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_lflvUReCo

PRAYER CHAPEL IS AT ALL NIGHT PRAYER VIGIL. WHY NOT JOIN US?

 

PRAYER CHAPEL IS AT ALL NIGHT PRAYER VIGIL. WHY NOT JOIN US?

We pray for:

• Peace in the world and an end to war and violence
• Food for those in need
• Mercy for those in need of mercy
• Justice for those in need of justice
• For those who struggle with addiction
• For all who have been affected by abortion
• For all in prison
• For the conversion to holiness of all
• The poor, the hungry, and the homeless
• The sick, the suffering, and those in hospital
• Those struggling with anxiety, depression, and loneliness
• Families facing hardship, division, or loss
• Children who are neglected, vulnerable, or without guidance
• The unemployed and those burdened by financial stress
• Workers facing exhaustion, injustice, or unsafe conditions
• Leaders of nations, that they may act with wisdom and justice
• The Church and her mission in the world
• Those who have lost faith or feel far from God
• Victims of crime, abuse, and injustice
• The elderly, especially those who feel forgotten
• Students and teachers, for perseverance and wisdom
• Those discerning their vocation in life
• The protection of unborn life and respect for all human dignity
• Care for creation and the environment
• Those who have died, and the comfort of those who mourn
• Gratitude for blessings received and prayers for continued guidance
• For conversion to faith of those who are lonely for the Word of God
• We pray for all in financial difficulty
• We pray for all in legal difficulty
• We pray for all new parents
• We pray for those who have suffered bereavements

Prayer for the Needs of the World

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

Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble hearts, entrusting to You the needs of the world. May our prayers rise before You with faith and trust.

For Peace in the World

We pray for peace among nations, an end to war and violence, and for all who suffer from conflicts.

For the Poor and the Suffering

We pray for the poor, the hungry, the homeless, the sick, and all who endure hardship in body or spirit.

For Families and Communities

We pray for families facing division, for children in need of care, and for healing in homes and communities.

For Workers and Those in Need

We pray for the unemployed, for workers facing difficulty, and for all seeking dignity and purpose in their labour.

For the Church and All Souls

We pray for the Church, for those who have lost faith, for the dying, and for the souls of the departed.

Pray the Holy Rosary:

https://www.comepraytherosary.org/

Pray at Lourdes:

https://directfromlourdes.com/lourdes_live_tv

Pray the Divine Mercy Novena

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sfYoiwZAEg

With thanks to Comepraytherosary.org, directfromlourdes.com and Youtube

Image courtesy of ChatGPT with CN Whittle "Divine Blessing over earth" 

GOD KNOWS

 

GOD KNOWS

God knows when you are tired and

discouraged from doomed

circumstances and situations . . .

God knows how hard you have tried

When you've cried for so long and your

heart is in such anguish . . .

God has counted your tears.

If you feel that your life is on hold and

time has just passed you by . . .

God is waiting with you when you're

lonely and your friends are too busy to

call or can't understand . . .

God is by your side when you think

you've tried everything and don't know

where else to turn . . .

God has a solution,

When nothing makes sense and you are

hurt, confused or frustrated . . .

God has the answer.

If suddenly your outlook is brighter and

you find traces of hope in life . . .

God has whispered to you.

When things are going well and you have

much to be thankful for . . .

God has blessed you.

When something amazing happens and

you find that special someone . . .

God has smiled upon you.

When you have a dream to follow and

also a reality to live . . .

God has opened your eyes and called

your name.

Remember that wherever you are or

whatever you are facing now . . .

GOD KNOWS!!

(Author unknown)

Image courtesy of ChatGPT with CN Whittle "Divine Blessing in a Medieval Market"

HAPPY FEAST OF SAINT JOSEPH THE WORKER - MAY 1

 

Happy feast of St Joseph the Worker! Celebrated on May 1, this beautiful feast honours Saint Joseph as humble carpenter and faithful guardian of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 

Established by Pope Pius XII, the day reminds us that all honest labour - whether seen or unseen - has dignity and value in the Eyes of God. 

In St Joseph, we find a model of quiet strength, dedication and trust. The example of St Joseph shows us that through our daily work, offered with love, we too can serve God and build His kingdom. 

May this feast inspire us to carry out our tasks with faith, patience, and spirit of service.

Quiet Strength of the Worker Saint

On Labour’s day, the first of May,
We lift our hearts with joy and say:
All praise to Saint Joseph, man so fine,
Worker strong through labour sublime.

With steady hands and spirit mild,
Saint Joseph laboured for the Holy Child.
While Jesus Christ learned at his side,
Joseph hard work and love applied.

No task too small, no load too great,
Saint Joseph bore them all with patient gait;
Through silent strength, in faithful care,
He showed that God is always there.

A husband just, so gentle, wise,
With watchful heart and lifted eyes;
Protector, guide, both firm and kind,
With trust in God, in heart and mind.

O model for all who strive,
To earn, to build, to serve, to thrive;
In every trade, in every place,
Joseph's life reflects God’s hidden grace.

We turn to God, whose work began
The shaping of both earth and man;
Who blessed all labour from the start,
And writes His law on every heart.

Dear Joseph, teach us day by day,
To walk with faith along life’s way;
That all we do, both great and small,
May serve in love the Lord of all.

Image source unknown. With thanks to the artist