ancient christian martyr prayer

PRAYER FOR THE FEAST OF SAINT URSULA AND COMPANION, VIRGIN MARTYRS

O God, Who hast granted to the virgins worthily consecrated to Thee, the courage to face, with Ursula as their leader, a wonderful fight whereby through the palm of martyrdom they reached the glory of Heavenly contemplation, we beseech Thee grant that we may be aided by the prayer of those who in this day […]

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PRAYER OF ST. POLYCARP OF SMYMA Before Martyrdom

Lord God almighty, Father of Jesus Christ, Your dear Son through whom we have come to know You, God of the angels and powers, God of all creation, God of those who live in Your presence, the race of the just: I bless You. You have considered me worthy of this day and hour, worthy

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