Repeat the following Novena prayers every day for 9 consecutive days. Prayer to Saint Josemaría O God, through the mediation of Mary our Mother, You granted Your priest St. Josemaría countless graces, choosing him as a most faithful instrument to found Opus Dei, a way of sanctification in daily work and in the fulfillment of […]
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Father in Heaven, bless us as we gather today for this meeting. Guide our minds and hearts so that we will work for the good of our community, and help all Your people. teach us to be generous in our outlook, courageous in face of difficulty, and wise in our decisions. Father, we praise You,
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Lord Jesus, You welcomed young people and blessed them, and reminded us that the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are the children of God. Bless + these men and women who work with young people in our community. Guide them in their projects, fill them with patience and love, and help them to
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Let us thank God for sharing his gifts of beauty with us. {Moment of silence.] All praise and thanks are yours, Lord our God, maker of the universe and Father of us all. We praise you and thank you for letting artists see the beauty of your creation and share it with us through works
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Blessed are You, Lord God, King of the universe: You have given us joy in the birth of this child. May N. be strong and healthy. Bring him/her to the grace of baptism, and let him/her grow to full maturity in Christ. Let him/her become holy, a leader among your people, and a source of
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By the priest if done in the Church… In the name of the Father, and of + the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, we welcome you to the house of God. May He grant you His consolation and strength; may our prayers help you to accept His will, and to bless His Holy Name.
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(Excludes the children; see family blessing for the inclusion of children.) Blessed are You, Lord our God, Maker of Heaven and earth: You show Your love for young people through the love, example, and prayer of their parents. Have mercy on this (these) mother(s) and father(s), bless + them with Your joy and peace, deepen
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When a baby dies before birth, the parents may seek the prayers of the Church. A priest, deacon, or lay minister of the parish, or a member of the family may lead this blessing. Make the sign of the cross. The leader begins: Let us praise the Father of mercies, the God of all consolation.
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Loving Father, in Your love for us You sent Your Son to be our Shepherd and Leader, our Brother and our Lord. You continue to show Your love for us by sending us pastoral workers to care for Your people. Bless + N. as he/she takes up this responsibility among the people of this community.
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Heavenly Father, bless N. in Your love. R. Lord, hear our prayer. Bless N. and N. as they accept their new child. R. Lord, hear our prayer. Show him/her Your goodness through the love of his/her parents. R. Lord, hear our prayer. Bless their home, and make their family happy in your service. R. Lord,
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