“Prayer is the best weapon we possess. It is the key that opens the heart of God."
Saint Padre Pio
Saint Padre Pio
December 2020
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October 2020
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September 2020
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August 2020
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July 2020
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June 2020
Confession MinistryFather, we thank and praise you for giving us the sacraments as the source of sustenance for our life’s journey. We thank you in a special way for the sacrament of reconciliation. Bless our priest who hear our confessions and nourish us as Jesus speaks to us through them. Lord Jesus you came to seek the lost, touch the hearts of those who are indifferent to receiving this sacrament.
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For the SickMost gracious Father, you are the source of all health and healing. With faith, we ask for the miraculous healing of those affected from COVID19 but also for all others that are suffering from other illnesses. If you use the doctors to provide healing, grant them the wisdom to make the right decisions, all Glory is yours Lord. Come Holy Spirit of Jesus and renew the face of the earth.
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For the DyingHeart of Jesus, have mercy on the dying and look graciously upon them, especially the COVID19 patients. If it is your will, please rescue them from death. Forgive them their sins and assist them as they approach the end of their earthly journey. Guide them to your heavenly place so they can rest in the loving arms of sweet Mother Mary. Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord.
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For the GrievingMy Jesus, wipe away the tears of those who are mourning the loss of their precious family members, especially from COVID19. Lord, teach us to become beacons of healing and love to our brothers and sisters as we are reminded of the fragility of our own humanity. Jesus, heal the broken hearted and bring calmness in the middle of this storm. Defend them from despair and grant them peace which can only be found in you.
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Those who lost jobs due to PandemicFather God, you are our provider. Be merciful to those who have lost their source of income and encounter other hardships. Protect, enlighten, direct and guide them to where they can find means for their necessities. Grant them and those dependent on them comfort in turning to you. This in Jesus name we pray.
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May 2020
Confession MinistryHeavenly Father, we thank you for the sacraments and for your chosen ones, our priests who minister these sacraments. Increase your grace in them. May their works glorify your name. Bless, protect and guide our priests so that through their ministering the sacraments, penitents be lead to salvation. In Jesus’ name through the Immaculate Heart of Mary we pray this decade of the Rosary while meditating on its mystery.
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Health Care WorkersHeavenly Father, we thank you for the doctors, nurses, attendants, medical staff, lab technicians and all health care workers. Bless their efforts and give them protection, guidance, strength and wisdom. Stay with them through these times of uncertainty and sorrow. Bless and protect their families and loved ones. In Jesus’ name through the Immaculate Heart of Mary we pray this decade of the Rosary while meditating on its mystery.
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Front Line WorkersHeavenly Father, we thank you for the Front-line workers, the Police, fire fighters, ambulance attendants, city workers and all essential workers. Bless their efforts and give them protection, guidance, strength and wisdom. Stay with them through these times of uncertainty and sorrow. Bless and protect their families and loved ones. In Jesus’ name through the Immaculate Heart of Mary we pray this decade of the Rosary while meditating on its mystery.
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Adequate Medical SuppliesHeavenly Father, you are God our provider, all things come from you. Your Son, Jesus our Lord and Master has taught us to ask, seek and knock on the door. In faith we ask, seek and knock for our needs of medical supplies. We know you will answer our prayer with excess. Grant us the grace to share your blessings with other nations. In Jesus’ name through the Immaculate Heart of Mary we pray this decade of the Rosary while meditating on its mystery.
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End of PandemicFather, the famine brought the prodigal son back to his father. We praise you, we bless you, we thank you and we hope in you, for this pandemic has reminded us to turn to you as never before. Paul’s letter to the Romans tells us that all things work together for the good of those who love God. Be merciful O Lord and make hast to help us. Bring an end to this pandemic. In Jesus’ name through the Immaculate Heart of Mary we pray this decade of the Rosary while meditating on its mystery.
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April 2020
Confession MinistryWe pray for creative ways to offer Confessions (during social-distancing and isolation time). Dear Father, our churches are closed, and the pews sit empty due to the coronavirus. We, the faithful Catholics, miss our time of worship and prayer and we suffer to be away from your presence in your dwelling place. In absence of this, we watch the celebration of mass on-line and television making it possible to spiritually be united to you dear Lord and we are so grateful for having the availability of technology! Bless our priests especially at this time who are facing difficulties in not being able to offer the sacraments (as freely as before) including confessions but whom are still very present in listening to our concerns. Let us come to you Lord and confess our sins asking for forgiveness with a contrite heart and humility as we are confined in our homes. Thank you, Lord, for never leaving us alone.
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For all who have contracted coronavirusWe pray for care and healing. Almighty God, we turn to you united in prayer in this turbulent storm. Flood our heart and mind with courage and hope as we bear the weight of this heavy cross. We beg for your mercy and ask for your divine healing of everyone infected by the coronavirus. Keep your presence alive in our broken and sad world and bring serenity back to our existence. Grant all the patients the necessary care and treatment as they are hospitalized with deep suffering, feelings of abandonment and fear.
We pray that you restore them physically, spiritually and emotionally. Comfort all the families, medical workers, friends and the world who live in fear of contracting this infectious disease. Keep distant all the devastating effects of anxiety, trauma and depression from our mind during this time of self-isolation We turn to you in this time of great suffering and pray that you revive our faith, reawaken our hope and be rekindled in the presence of the Holy Spirit. Bless the world, have mercy on us Dear Lord and help us not to be afraid. St. Padre Pio, please pray for us! |
For those families who are facing difficult decisions between getting food on the table and risking public safety during this coronavirus crisis.We pray for policies that will recognize their plight.
Lord, we are scared and we are sorrowful. Send us your peace and overwhelming presence. We love you, we trust you, we need you. Stay with us. Help us through these times of uncertainty and dread. Guide our decisions, our thoughts, and our actions that we may return to you with our whole hearts throughout this ordeal. St. Padre Pio, please pray for us! |
For those who do not have adequate health insurance.We pray that no family will face financial burdens alone. Jesus, we thirst for you. You chose to enter this world as a vulnerable baby. Be with the most vulnerable now. We know that you are the divine physician, the healer of all. And so we ask that you bring your loving and healing presence to those who are sick and suffering right now. Please comfort them and their families that they not dwell on bleak economic realities but on you alone. Grant them the peace that surpasses all understanding and stir the faithful to pray diligently on their behalf.
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For public officials and decision-makers.We pray for wisdom and guidance. Father in heaven, have mercy on us and on the whole world. We come to you today with our fears and concerns--you know what is in our hearts. In a time when we have lost control over our livelihoods, our freedom of movement, the privilege of partaking of the Eucharist, we surrender all to you. Thank you for the reminder that you know best what we need and that you will never forsake us. May your spirit rest on our public servants that any policies passed will stem out of compassion and love rather than on politics or expedience.
In this time of self-isolation, transform and renew the world, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Unite us through prayer and supplications that we may long for the eternal things and diligently prepare ourselves for the return of the King. St. Padre Pio, please pray for us! |
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March 2020
Confession MinistryFather, bless our priest, give them joy in availing themselves to hearing confessions. Let your healing touch and love flow through them. Help the penitents with sincere contrition and firm resolutions to amend their ways. Call all your children to reconciliation. May the parish Lenten Penitential Service be beneficial to all. In Jesus’ name we pray through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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World OutbreakFather may the outbreak of the coronavirus be an invitation for us to pray for the suffering Church in China. As Chinese health and political officials struggle to contain the virus may they see our prayers as a global community rooted in Christian charity. In Jesus’ name we pray through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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Health Care WorkersFather we adore, praise and thank you for all the health care workers who are currently dealing with the victims of the coronavirus. Protect them and grant wisdom and healing as the world works to prevent a global epidemic. In Jesus’ name we pray through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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Priests
Father, we pray for all our priests, those active, sick, retired and those who have left this world. Be merciful to them and bless them. In Jesus’ name we pray through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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For the SickFather, through sin the misery of sickness entered the world, we cry out with a mighty voice of misery. Gracious God, today’s sicknesses are more than we can handle, heal and protect us. In Jesus’ name we pray through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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February 2020
Confession MinistryFather God, you shower your graces upon us “like the dewfall,” yet we refuse to receive time and again. When we turn our backs to you, when we fail to love our neighbor as ourselves, when we mortally sin, beckon us back to the confessional, Lord. Only You have the power to forgive our sins through the administration of your faithful priests. Help us to reconcile regularly that we may receive mercy and thereby give mercy freely to others.
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Parish MissionLord, Jesus Christ, through Baptism and Confirmation, you called each of your sons and daughters to mission. Help us to heed your call, specifically through parish missions tailored to meet the unique needs of each parish community. Pour your Spirit on invited speakers, protect the volunteer workers, and unite attendees so that together we may “arise from our slumber” and eagerly prepare for Your second coming.
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Eucharistic AdorationYou lovingly remind us, Lord, that the “better part” is to sit at your feet and listen, look, pray and obey. Thank you for the opportunity to spend 40 hours in your continuous presence to worship and praise the Word made flesh. May the faithful from across the Lower Mainland seek you out as did the Wise Men and the shepherds. We long to be with you, Lord. We long to adore You.
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PriestsYou have ordained bishops and priests to serve your people and to offer unto You the perfect sacrifice. Protect them, Lord. Protect them from temptation and envy, from discord and burnout, from constant criticism and the heartbreaking lack of participation from their parishioners. Guard our priests, oh God. Guard their hearts and minds that they may guide the faithful along the narrow way.
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Spiritual DirectorsFor the men and women who dedicate their days to prayer and spiritual direction, we pray a special blessing for favour and discernment. Holy Spirit, breathe life into their words and thoughts, their every gesture and response, that those under their guidance hear directly from you, Lord God of hosts. Grant that more souls answer your call to serve and cover each lay and pastoral spiritual director, Lord, from the inevitable attacks of the evil one.
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January 2020
Confession MinistryO Most Holy Trinity, we adore, praise and thank you for your mercy and forgiveness. Bless our priest who minister the sacrament of reconciliation. Grant true repentance and firm desire of amendment to those who come to confession. We pray that all Catholics seek reconciliation. Mary, Queen of confessors, pray for us.
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Prison MinistryFather God, you revealed to young Francesco Forgione the battle of the flesh and constant assaults of the devil. We pray for those currently vulnerable to attack, those caught in the throes of sin and slavery, and those who battle on their behalf against the lies of Satan and the world. Fortify us all with your Word, with the Sacraments, and with supernatural prayer.
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AlphaFather, we adore, praise and thank you for given us ALPHA as a means of evangelization. Bless the organisers of ALPHA at St. Mary’s and at all parishes. May they work with diligence and zeal, mindful that you are the potter and they the clay. Let this programme bear much fruit for the praise and glory of your name. Mary, help of Christians, pray for us. St. Padre Pio, please pray for us!
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PriestsFather, your only begotten Son said the harvest is plentiful but the labourers are few. He wanted us to ask you ‘the Lord of the harvest’ to send more labourers. So in Jesus’ name we pray you send us more priest and bless and protect the ones we have. O Mary, pray for our priest.
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Persecuted ChristiansFather, Your Son, Jesus said, ‘If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you’. He also prayed, ‘If it be possible, take this cup from me, not as I will but your will be done’. So we pray,” Father, If it be possible, stop the persecution of your Church. Not as we will but your will be done”. Send your angel of consolation to the aid of those persecuted. Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for your persecuted children.
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