Saturday, September 25, 2010
Mary, the Holy Mother of God
On this day, O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give thee our love.
Near the, Madonna, fondly we hover,
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
On this day we ask to share,
Dearest Mother, thy sweet care;
Aid us ere our feet astray
Waner from thy guiding way.
On this day, O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give thee our love.
Near the, Madonna, fondly we hover,
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
Queen of angels, deign to hear
Lisping children's humble prayer;
Young hearts gain, O virgin pure,
Sweetly to thyself allure.
On this day, O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give thee our love.
Near the, Madonna, fondly we hover,
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
Rose of Sharon, Lovely flow'r,
Beauteous bud of eden's bow'r;
Cherished lily of the vale,
Virgin Mother' Queen we hail.
On this day, O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give thee our love.
Near the, Madonna, fondly we hover,
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
In_vain the flow'rs of love we bring,
In_vain sweet music's note we sing,
If_contrite heart and lowly pprayer,
Guide_not our gifts to thy bright sphere.
On this day, O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give thee our love.
Near the, Madonna, fondly we hover,
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
Fast our days of life we run,
Soon the night of death will come;
Tower of strength in that dread hour,
Come with all thy gentle power.
On this day, O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give thee our love.
Near the, Madonna, fondly we hover,
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
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Friday, September 24, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Novena to St. Therese of the Child Jesus - Starts Today 9/23rd
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Shared by Madalena:
Little Flower Novena
Prayers to be said each day:
Come Holy Spirit and fill the hearts of the faithful, and kindle in them the fire of divine love.
V. Send forth Your Spirit and they shall be created.
R. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray: O God, who have instructed the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit; grant that by the gift of the same Spirit, we may be ever truly wise and rejoice in His consolation, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Acts of Faith, Hope, and Love: O my God! I believe in Thee: strengthen my faith. All my hopes are in Thee: do Thou secure them. I love Thee: teach me to love Thee daily more and more.
The Act of Contrition: O my God! I am heartily sorry for having offended You, and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend You, my God, who are all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Your grace, to confess my sins, to do penance , and to amend my life. Amen.
Concluding Prayer Prayed Each Day:
O Lord, You have said: Unless you become as little children you shall not enter the kingdom of heaven; grant us, we beg You, so to follow, in humility and simplicity of heart, the footsteps of the Virgin blessed Thérèse, that we may attain to an everlasting reward. Amen.
First Day
St. Thérèse, privileged Little Flower of Jesus and Mary, I approach you with childlike confidence and deep humility. I lay before you my desires, and beg that through your intercession they may be realized. Did you not promise to spend your heaven doing good upon earth? Grant me according to this promise the favors I am asking from you.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but specially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Confidence in God. We can never have too much confidence in the good God who is so powerful and so merciful. We obtain from Him as much as we hope for.
If you are nothing, do you forget that Jesus is everything? You have only to lose your nothingness in His Infinity and think only of loving Him.
Concluding Prayer
Second Day
O dear little Saint, now that you see the crucified Jesus in heaven, still bearing the wounds caused by sin, you know still more clearly than you did upon earth the value of souls, and the priceless worth of that Precious Blood which He shed to save them. As I am one of those children for whom Christ died, obtain for me all the graces I need in order to profit by that Precious Blood. Use your great power with our divine Lord and pray for me.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Sin. The only grace I ask, O Jesus, is never to offend Thee.
By love and not by fear, does a soul avoid committing the least fault.
Yes, even if I have on my conscience every possible crime, I should lose none of my confidence; my heart breaking with sorrow, I should go and throw myself into the arms of my Savior.
The remembrance of my faults humbles me and makes me afraid to rely on my own strength, which is nothing but weakness.
Concluding Prayer
Third Day
Dear Little Flower, make all things lead me to heaven and God, Whether I look at the sun, the moon, the stars and the vast expanse in which they float, or whether I look at the flowers of the field, the trees of the forest, the beauties of the earth so full of color and so glorious, may they speak to me of the love and power of God; may they all sing His praises in my ear. Like you may I daily love Him more and more in return for His gifts. Teach me often to deny myself in my dealings with others, that I may offer to Jesus many little sacrifices.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: The Use of God’s Gifts. How much benefit have I received from the beauties of nature, bestowed in such abundance. How they raise me to Him who placed such wonders in this land of exile which is only to last a day.
O sparkling nature, if I did not see God in you, you would be naught but a great tomb.
With your little hand which caresses Mary, You sustain the universe and bestow life; and You think of me, O Jesus my little King.
I do not wish creatures to have one atom of my love. I wish to give all to Jesus, since He has shown me that He alone is perfect happiness.
Concluding Prayer
Fourth Day
Dear Little Flower of Carmel, bearing so patiently the disappointments and delays allowed by God, and preserving in the depths of your soul an unchanging peace because you sought only God’s will, ask for me complete conformity to that adorable Will in all the trials and disappointments of life. If the favors I am asking during this Novena are pleasing to God, obtain them for me. If not, it is true I shall feel the refusal keenly, but I too wish only God’s Will, and pray in the words you used, that I "may ever be perfectly fulfilled in me."
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Abandonment to God. I fear only one thing---to keep my own will; take it, my God, for I choose all that You choose.
The only happiness here below is to strive to be always content with what Jesus gives us.
I can demand nothing with fervor, except the perfect accomplishment of God’s will in my soul.
O my Beloved, I offer myself to You, that You may perfectly accomplish in me Your holy designs, and I will not allow anything created to be an obstacle in their path.
Concluding Prayer
Fifth Day
Little Flower of Jesus, from the very first moment of your religious life you thought only of denying yourself in all things so as to follow Jesus more perfectly; help me to bear patiently the trials of my daily life. Teach me to make use of the trials, the sufferings, the humiliations, that come my way, to learn to know myself better and to love God more.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Patience in Sufferings. I do not fear trials sent by Jesus, for even in the most bitter suffering we can see that it is His loving hand which causes it.
When we are expecting nothing but suffering, we are quite surprised at the least joy; but then suffering itself becomes the greatest of joys when we seek it as a precious treasure.
Far from resembling those beautiful saints who practiced all sorts of austerities from childhood, my penance consisted in breaking my self-will, in keeping back a sharp reply, in doing little kindnesses to those about me, but considering these deeds as nothing.
Concluding Prayer
Sixth Day
St. Thérèse, Patroness of the Missions, be a great missionary throughout the world to the end of time. Remind our Master of His own words, "The harvest is great, but the laborers are few." Your zeal for souls was so great, obtain a like zeal for those now working for souls, and beg God to multiply their numbers, that the millions to whom Jesus is yet unknown may be brought to know, love and follow Him.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Zeal for souls. Let us work together for the salvation of souls. We have only the day of this life to save souls and to give them to the Lord as proofs of our love.
I tell Jesus that I am glad not to be able to see, with the eyes of my soul, this beautiful heaven which awaits me, in order that He may vouchsafe to open it forever to poor unbelievers.
I cannot perform brilliant works; I cannot preach the Gospel or shed my blood. But what matter? My brothers work in place of me, and I a little child, keep very close to the royal throne. I love for those who are carrying on the warfare.
My deeds, my little sufferings, can make God loved all over the world.
Concluding Prayer
Seventh Day
O little martyr of Love, you know now even better than in the days of your pilgrimage that Love embraces all vocations; that it is Love alone which counts, which unites us perfectly to God and conforms our will with His. All you sought on earth was love; to love Jesus as He had never yet been loved. Use your power in heaven to make us love Him. If only we love Him we shall desire to make Him loved by others; we shall pray much for souls. We shall no longer fear death, for it will unite us to Him forever. Obtain for us the grace to do all for the love of God, to give Him pleasure, to love Him so well that He may be pleased with us as He was with you.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Love of God. I will love God alone and will not have the misfortune of attaching myself to creatures, now that my heart perceive what He has in store for those who love Him.
What attracts me to the kingdom of Heaven is the call of our Lord, the hope of loving Him as I have so desired and the thought that I shall be able to make Him loved by a great number of souls who will bless Him forever.
When Christ said, "Give Me a Drink," it was the love of His poor creatures that He, the Creator of all things, desired. He thirsted for love.
Remember that the dear Jesus is there in the tabernacle expressly for you, for you alone. Remember that He is consumed with a desire to come into your heart.
Concluding Prayer
Eighth Day
Dear St. Thérèse, like you I have to die one day. I beseech you, obtain from God, by reminding Him of your own precious death, that I may have a holy death, strengthened by the Sacraments of the Church, entirely resigned to the most holy Will of God, and burning with love for Him. May my last words on earth be, "My God. I love You."
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: Death. It says in the catechism that death is nothing but the separation of the soul and body. Well, I have no fear of a separation which will unite me forever with the good God.
I am happy to die because I shall be able to help souls who are dear to me, far more than I can here below.
Life is not sad; it is very joyous. If you say, "This exile is sad," I understand you. We are wrong to give the name "life" to something which will end; it is only to the things of Heaven that we should apply this beautiful name.
Concluding Prayer
Ninth Day
Dear Little St. Thérèse, by love and suffering while you were on earth, you won the power with God which you now enjoy in heaven. Since your life there began, you have showered down countless blessings on this poor world; you have been an instrument made use of by your divine Spouse to work countless miracles. I beg of you to remember all my wants. Sufferings must come to me also, may I use them to love God more, and follow my Jesus better. You are especially the little missionary of love. Make me love Jesus more, and all others for His sake. With all my heart I thank the most Holy Trinity for the wonderful blessings conferred on you, and upon the world through you.
Intercede for us all the days of our life, but especially during this Novena and obtain for us from God the graces and favors we ask through your intercession. Amen.
Thought for the day: The Mission of the Little Flower. I do not intend to remain inactive in Heaven. I want to work for the Church and for souls. I have asked this of God and I am certain that He will grant my request.
I will spend my Heaven doing good upon earth. This is not impossible, since the angels though always enjoying the beatific vision, watch over us. No, I cannot be at rest until the end of the world.
I beseech Thee, O Jesus, to cast Thy divine glance on a great number of little souls. I beg of Thee to choose in this world a legion of little victims, worthy of Thy Love.
Concluding Prayer
O Lord, You have said: Unless you become as little children you shall not enter the kingdom of heaven; grant us, we beg You, so to follow, in humility and simplicity of heart, the footsteps of the Virgin blessed Thérèse, that we may attain to an everlasting reward. Amen
EWTN Live - The Holy Angels - Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. with Fr. Prusakiewic...
Did you catch this show? It was great learning more about God's messengers. BTW, please listen carefully for the question Should we name our guardian angels.
Catholic Culture - Partial List of Pope Benedict's Recent Addresses in the UK
- Address to Bishops of England, Scotland and Wales
- Address on the Eve of Newman's Beatification
- Homily at Beatification of Cardinal Newman
- Homily at Cathedral of the Most Precious Blood
- Address to Representatives of British Society
- Address at Ecumenical Celebration
- Address to Representatives of Other Religions
- Address to Those Dedicated to Safeguarding Children
- Address at St. Peter's Residence for the Elderly
Pray, Pray, Pray for the Lost Sheep
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"...Do you have parents, siblings, cousins, or friends who no longer practice their Catholic Faith? Instead of criticizing them, or condemning them: Pray for their return! Your intercession might be all they need to come back to the Lord. What great joy we can cause Christ to have, when the “lost sheep” of our own families come home. Never cease praying. Your persistence does make a difference...." Fr. Bozada – Criticizing & Condemning Inhibit Conversions
Free Rosary Book
Courageous Priest has graciously offered St. Robert Bellermine's Book on the Holy Rosary online. You can find the e-book With This Weapon!
The Hidden Secrets of the Rosary"
Mahalo John!
Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina
"Joy, with peace, is the sister of charity. Serve the Lord with laughter. "
- Padre Pio
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"...Nothing can be heard except the sobs and whimpers of the infant God. And by means of his crying and weeping he offers to the Divine justice the first ransom for our redemption..."Padre Pio's Christmas meditation
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Padre Pio received the Stigmata in 1918 while praying before a cruficix. One of his spiritual daughters asked Padre Pio a series of questions such as the following one regarding the Cross of Christ:
Q..."Father, how do you remain upright at the altar?"Source
R..."The way Jesus used to hold himself on the Cross."
Q..."Do you mean that you are at the altar hanging from the Cross, the way Jesus did at Calvary?"
R..."And you ask me?"
Q..."How can you keep yourself upright?"
R..."The way Jesus kept Himself upright at Calvary..."
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"A Mass! Ask an angel" — states Padre Pio — "what a Mass is and he will answer: I understand what it is and why it is celebrated, but I cannot understand all the value it has. One angel, one thousand angels, all of Paradise thinks the same. And you, you who receive the benefits from it, you do not want to meditate on it"?Source
..."When you go to Mass", continues Padre Pio, "concentrate to the maximum on the great mystery being celebrated in your presence: "The redemption of your soul and the reconciliation with God."
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"Jesus likes to give Himself to simple souls; we must make an effort to acquire this beautiful virtue of simplicity and to hold it in great esteem. Jesus said: Unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. But before He taught us this by His words he had already put it into practice. He became a child and gave us the example of that simplicity he was to teach us later also by his words. Let us empty our hearts and keep far from us all human prudence. We must try to keep our thoughts pure, our ideas upright and honest and our intentions holy." ... From a letter to Padre Agostino from Pietrelcina,Source
Padre Pio foretold his death nine years before he died. He told Pietruccio, his blind friend, that he would die in his eighty-second year. When he died, he was three months into his eighty-second year.Read the rest here
In 1959, when the new church at San Giovanni Rotondo was dedicated, a lady from Naples approached Padre Pio, very distressed. She felt certain that the blessing of the new church was an omen of his death. "No," he reassured her, "I’ll die when they bless the crypt."
The crypt to which he referred was a room which had been excavated beneath the sanctuary of the church to serve as Padre Pio’s tomb.
One day, Padre Romolo sprang a question on Padre Pio: "Are you afraid of death?" Padre Pio reflected for a moment. Then he said, almost flippantly: "No." He had been praying for his death all his life...
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The Great Promise of St. Padre Pio
-- "I have made a pact with the Lord: when my soul has been purified in the flames of purgatory and deemed worthy to be admitted to the presence of God, I will take my place at the gate to paradise, but I shall not enter until I have seen the last of my spiritual children enter." ... from a letter to spiritual daughter Antonietta Pompilio
Taken from the book "The Life of Padre Pio: Between the Altar and the Confessional" by Gennaro Preziuso, St. Pauls, 2000. pp. 150-1, 197 --
Taken from the book "The Life of Padre Pio: Between the Altar and the Confessional" by Gennaro Preziuso, St. Pauls, 2000. pp. 150-1, 197 --
The only saint known to have made such a promise
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To become a spiritual child of Padre Pio, please visit The National Center for Padre Pio
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
On Choosing Our Devotions: Do We Do it For God or For Ourselves?
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"Now, my dear children, it happens that some souls, drawing themselves inward, place their joy in themselves, picking and choosing what pleases them in the spiritual life. They do not abandon themselves to God, but all in self-will they follow their own self-chosen devotional methods. The souls that act that way enjoy God's gifts and graces inordinately, receiving little fruit, and sometimes none at all. Now God knows that if he should cast a brighter light upon such people's faults, and if he withdraw from them their devotional sweetness, they would not remain faithful to him. That is why he gives such spirits the sweet solace of religious feeling, lest they should quite give up his service. They are yet petty and weak of character; and the reason is because they are full of self-will. They are very dear to themselves. As to perfection, they mistake the show for the reality. They are essentially outward characters, having little interior or life. Hence they are all too readily led astray.
But there are other souls, who have given up to God in a state of most interior detachment, receiving everything from God with equal indifference whether it be bitter or sweet. And if spiritual joy departs, that loss moves them not one whit farther from God. These souls prefer the reality to the show of perfection; they lead spiritual lives fruitful of the essentials of religion. They are the true, interior spirits.
- Father John Tauler, O.P. From the September Issue 2010 Magificat.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Saint Damien Stamp - You Can Help Make this Possible
From Brother John Samaha, S.M.
Here is an interesting and beneficial project to consider. I hope you will join the movement and invite your relatives and friends and organizations to join the effort and take action. Bishop Silva of Honolulu is planning an organized effort to promote this recognition of the heroic Father Damien.
St. Damien, pray for us!
Brother John
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J.M.J.
TAKE ACTION …
for a COMMEMORATIVE POSTAGE STAMP
to honor DAMIEN OF MOLOKAI
The enthuasiatic reception given the 44-cent stamp honoring Mother Teresa (Blessed Teresa of Calcutta) provides an incentive for us to recommend that the United States Postal Service (USPS) issue a commemorative stamp to honor Father Damien of Molokai (St. Damien De Veuster), another great humanitarian serving the helpless.
The procedure is simple, and this is a good social action project for individuals and groups. Write a letter to the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee (CSAC) recommending that Damien of Molokai, the hero and helper of the neglected lepers, be pictured on a commemorative postage stamp. It takes only a few minutes of time and several written sentences to make the suggestion.
Information about the CSAC and its selection criteria can be found on the Internet at
CSAC
or enter Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee on Google or another search engine.
Since persons of religious significance and their beliefs are not considered, refrain from using the title “Saint” or “Father.” Simply recommend that Damien De Veuster of Molokai be considered as an outstanding humanitarian of America who gave his life to serve the abandoned lepers of Hawaii. His statue represents the State of Hawaii in the national Capitol’s Statuary Hall. Damien is an internationally recognized hero of humanity.
Suggestions must be made in written form and mailed to:
Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee
Stamp Development – USPA
1735 N. Lynn St., Suite 5013
Arlington, VA 22209-6432
If you live in Hawaii, ask the governor and other civic officials to make such a recommendation to the CSAC.
Encourage friends and the members of organizations to which you belong to do the same.
Thank you for promoting this tribute to Damien of Molokai.
The 'Cheeky' Pope
In recent days, I stopped watching the Vortex videos finding them too critical of some of our bishops and priests. But the title of this particular video caught my eye. Good one!
Novena to St. Michael begins 20th September
Two different friends shared two different novena prayers. I will post both of them here for you to choose.
From Lois:
NOVENA TO SAINT MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL
Glorious Saint Michael,
guardian and defender
of the Church of Jesus Christ,
come to the assistance of His followers,
against whom the powers of hell are unchained.
Guard with special care our Holy Father,
the Pope, and our bishops, priests,
all our religious and lay people,
and especially the children.
Saint Michael,
watch over us during life,
defend us against the assaults of the demon,
and assist us especially at the hour of death.
Help us achieve the happiness
of beholding God face to face
for all eternity.
Amen.
Saint Michael,
intercede for me with God
in all my necessities,
especially
(State your intention here...)
Obtain for me a favourable outcome
in the matter I recommend to you.
Mighty prince of the heavenly host,
and victor over rebellious spirits,
remember me for I am weak and sinful
and so prone to pride and ambition.
Be for me, I pray,
my powerful aid in temptation and difficulty,
and above all do not forsake me
in my last struggle with the powers of evil.
Amen.
From Elaine via Madalena:
St. Michael the Archangel Novena Prayer
St. Michael the Archangel, loyal champion of God and His people, I turn to you with confidence and seek your powerful intercession. For the love of God, Who made you so glorious in grace and power, and for the love of the Mother of Jesus, the Queen of the Angels, be pleased to hear my prayer. You know the value on my soul in the eyes of God. May no stain of evil ever disfigure its beauty. Help me to conquer the evil spirit who tempts me. I desire to imitate your loyalty to God and Holy Mother Church and your great love for God and people. And since you are God's messenger for the care of his people, I entrust to you this special request: (Mention your request).
St. Michael, since you are, by the Will of the Creator, the powerful intercessor of Christians, I have great confidence in your prayers. I earnestly trust that if it is God's holy Will, my petition will be granted.
Pray for me, St. Michael, and also for those I love. Protect us in all dangers of body and soul. Help us in our daily needs. Through your powerful intercession, may we live a holy life, die a happy death, and reach heaven where we may praise and love God with you forever. Amen.
Prayer
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of battle, be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil; may God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the other evil spirits who prowl through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the battle, that we may not perish in the fearful judgment.
St. Michael, first champion of the Kingship of Christ, pray for us.
God our Father, in a wonderful way You guide the work of Angels and human beings. May those who serve You constantly in heaven keep our lives safe from all harm on earth. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
In thanksgiving to God for the graces bestowed on St. Michael:
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be.
The faithful who recite devoutly some prayers in honour of St. Michael at any season of the year, with the intention of continuing the said prayers for nine successive days, may gain: An indulgence of 5 years once each day; a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions at the end of their novena (449).
CHAPLET OF ST. MICHAEL ARCHANGEL
One day, Saint Michael the Archangel appeared to Antonia d'Astonac, a most devout Servant of God and told her that he wished to be honoured by nine salutations corresponding to the nine Choirs of Angels, which should consist of one Our Father and three Hail Marys in honour of each of the Angelic Choirs.
Promises of St. Michael
"Whoever would practice this devotion in his honour would have, when approaching the Holy Table, an escort of nine angels chosen from each of the nine Choirs. In addition, for the daily recital of these nine salutations, he promised his continual assistance and that all the holy angels during life, and after death deliverance from Purgatory for themselves and all their relations."
How to pray the Chaplet of Michael Archangel
The Chaplet is begun by saying the following invocation on the medal:
"O God, come to my assistance!
O Lord, make haste to help me!
Glory Be...
Say 1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... After each of the following nine salutations in honour of the nine Choir of Angels.
1) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Seraphim,
May the Lord make us worthy to burn with the fire of perfect charity. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 1 St Choir of Angels.
2) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Cherubim,
May the Lord vouchsafe to grant us grace to leave the ways of wickedness
And run in the paths of Christian perfection. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 2 ND Choir of Angels.
3) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Thrones,
May the Lord infuse into our hearts a true and sincere spirit of humility. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 3 rd Choir of Angels.
4) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Dominions,
May the Lord give us grace to govern our senses and subdue our unruly passions. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 4 th Choir of Angels.
5) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Powers,
May the Lord vouchsafe to protect our souls against the snares and temptations of the devil. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 5 th Choir of Angels.
6) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Virtues,
May the Lord preserve us from evil, and suffer us not to fall into temptation. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 6 th Choir of Angels.
7) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Principalities,
May God fill our souls with a true spirit of obedience. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 7 th Choir of Angels.
8) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Archangels,
May the Lord give us perseverance in faith and in good works, In order that we gain the glory of Paradise. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 8 th Choir of Angels.
9) "By the intercession of St. Michael and the Celestial choir of Angels,
May the Lord grant us to be protected by them in this mortal life and conducted hereafter to eternal glory. Amen."
1 Our Father... And 3 Hail Mary... In honour of the 9 th Choir of Angels.
At the end, say 1 Our Father... On each of the 4 beads in honour of each of the following leading Angels: St. Michael, St. Gabriel, St. Raphael, our Guardian Angel.
The Chaplet is concluded with the following prayers:
"O glorious Prince St. Michael, Chief and commander of the heavenly hosts,
Guardian of souls, Vanquisher of rebel spirits, Servant in the house of the Divine King,
And our admirable conductor, Thou who dost shine with excellence and superhuman virtue,
Vouchsafe to deliver us from all evil, Who turn to thee with confidence,
And enable us by thy gracious protection To serve God more and more faithfully every day.
Amen."
V. Pray for us, O Glorious St. Michael, Prince of the Church of Jesus Christ.
R. That we may be made worthy of His Promises.
Prayer
"Almighty and everlasting God, who by a prodigy of Goodness
and a merciful desire for the salvation of all men,
has appointed the most glorious Archangel St. Michael,
Prince of Thy Church, make us worthy, we beseech Thee,
to be delivered by his powerful protection from all our enemies,
that none of them may harass us at the hour of our death,
but that we may be conducted by him
into the august presence of Thy Divine Majesty.
This we beg through the merits of Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen."