Novena Prayer to St. Joseph

Novena Prayer to St. Joseph

Oh St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires. Oh, St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. Oh, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss His fine head for me and ask Him to return the Kiss when I draw my dying breath. St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls - Pray for me.

A Little History
This prayer was found in the fiftieth year of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In 1505 it was sent from the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going into battle. Whoever shall read this prayer or hear it or keep it about themselves, shall never die a sudden death, or be drowned, nor shall poison take effect on them; neither shall they fall into the hands of the enemy, or shall be burned in any fire or shall be overpowered in battle.



Say for nine mornings for anything you may desire. It has never been known to fail, so be sure you really want what you ask.

To learn more about St. Joseph, go to:

http://thesaintsstories.blogspot.com/2008/07/st-joseph-patron-of-universal-church.html

Prayer To St. Philomena

Illustrious virgin and martyr, St. Philomena, behold me kneeling in spirit before the throne on which it has pleased the Most Holy Trinity to place thee. Full of confidence in thy protection, I beseech thee to intercede for me with God. From the height of thy heavenly country, deign to cast a look upon thy humble servant. Spouse of Jesus Christ, console me in my troubles, strengthen me in temptations, protect me in the dangers which surround me on every side; obtain all the gracs necessary for me, especially (here mention your particular intention), and above all, assist me at my death. Amen.

For more on St. Philomena, go to:

http://lilmissrit15.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!9B0309AFED157275!1306.entry

Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

(St. Louis de Monfort's Consecration)

"I. N., a faithless sinner - renew and ratify today in thy hands, O Immaculate Mother, the vows of my Baptism; I renounce forever Satan, his pomps and works; and I give myself entirely to Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Wisdom, to carry my cross after Him all the days of my life, and to be more faithful to Him than I have ever been before.


"In the presence of all the heavenly court I choose thee this day for my Mother and Mistress. I deliver and consecrate to thee, as thy slave, my body and soul, my goods, both interior and exterior, and even the value of all my good actions, past, present and future; leaving to thee the entire and full right of disposing of me, and all that belongs to me, without exception, according to thy good pleasure, for the greater glory of God, in time and in eternity. Amen."


Nihil Obstat: Thomas W. Smiddy, S.T.D., Censor Librorum

Imprimatur: + THOMAS EDMUNDUS MOLLOY, Bishop of Brooklyn

Prayer to St. Michael

Prayer to St. Michael

Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our safeguard against the wiles and wickedness of the devil. Restrain him, O God, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast into Hell Satan and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin and destruction of souls. Amen.

For more on St. Michael, go to:

http://lilmissrit15.spaces.live.com/blog/cns!9B0309AFED157275!1478.entry