Friday, January 1, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of Mary, Mother of God
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
O God, who through the fruitful virginity of Blessed Mary bestowed on the human race the grace of eternal salvation, grant, we pray, that we may experience the intercession of her, through whom we were found worthy to receive the author of life, our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
Mary, Mother of God……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Saturday, January 2, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Basil the Great and St. Gregory
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
O God, who were pleased to give light to your Church by the example and teaching of the Bishops Saints Basil and Gregory, grant, we pray, that in humility we may learn your truth and practice it faithfully in charity. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Basil and St. Gregory ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Sunday, January 3, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany of the Lord
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
May the splendor of your majesty, O Lord, we pray, shed its light upon our hearts, that we may pass through the shadows of this world and reach the brightness of our eternal home. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Monday, January 4, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
O God, who crowned with the gift of true faith Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton’s burning zeal to find you, grant by her intercession and example that we may always seek you with diligent love and find you in daily service with sincere faith. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. John Neumann
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
O God, who called the Bishop Saint John Neumann, renowned for his charity and pastoral service, to shepherd your people in America, grant by his intercession that, as we foster the Christian education of youth and are strengthened by the witness of brotherly love, we may constantly increase the family of your Church. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. John Neumann……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Andre Bessette
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Father, I thank you for the peace that comes through the presence of Your Holy Spirit in my life.
You have called me to be a peacemaker in my world –sharing Your peace with those who need it.
Show me those people and let me speak Your words of love, comfort and peace to all in need. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Andre Bessette……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Raymond Pennafort
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Dear Father,
You are the light of the minds that know You,
The life of the souls that love You,
And the strength of the wills that seek You.
May we live lives of service to You and others
Through the inspiration of all the holy saints. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Raymond Pennafort ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Friday, January 8, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Albert of Cashel
Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Eternal Father, we yearn to glorify you, yet we realize all too well that the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Let our hearts be ever consumed with zeal for your house, and may your Holy Spirit free us from all anxiety in spreading the good news through our words and actions. We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Albert of Cashel……………………..Pray for Us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Adrian of Canterbury
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord God, creator of heaven and earth,
Planet earth was made to reveal your loving kindness
And to support the human race in dignity and peace.
Teach us to praise you as you deserve
In union with your whole creation,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord and Brother. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Adrian of Canterbury ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of the Baptism of the Lord
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Almighty ever-living God, who, when Christ had been baptized in the River Jordan and as the Holy Spirit descended upon him, solemnly declared him your beloved Son, grant that your children by adoption, reborn of water and the Holy Spirit, may always be well pleasing to you. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Monday, January 11, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Alexander
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Jesus, help me to open my heart
And find the silence in my day today to listen to your voice calling me.
Let me hear how much you love me and what you dream for me and ask of me today.
Let me feel your love.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Alexander ……….……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Marguerite Bourgeoys
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Father, we are challenged to preserve the sacred in this life of poverty and plenty.
Give us the wisdom and discipline to keep your sacred reality alive in our language, our thinking, and our actions. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys ……………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Hilary of Poitiers
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
God of mercy and compassion,
Blot out our sins by the power of Your cross,
And free us from the temptations of the world
By the grace of Your Holy Spirit; through Christ our Savior. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Hilary ……….……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Felix of Nola
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Father, we are challenged to preserve the sacred in this life of poverty and plenty.
Give us the wisdom and discipline to keep your sacred reality alive in our language, our thinking, and our actions. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Felix ………………………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Friday, January 15, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Paul of Thebes
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
God of compassion and strength, visit us and give us the hope of your Spirit dwelling within and around us. Help us to trust in the relationships of our lives that help us to know your abiding love and lasting peace. Enliven us to always trust in your presence. Grant this through Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Paul of Thebes ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. James of Tarentaise
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord, we trust in you, and you will not allow this trust to be in vain. You rescue us from death, and save us from stumbling so that here on earth we will walk in the light of your hope and in the strength of your grace. May we always hear your voice and be ready to do your will. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. James……………….……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Sunday, January 17, 2021
2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Anthony of Egypt
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Merciful Father, you sent your Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with the fire of your grace and mercy. Help us to nurture a spirit of charity and forgiveness towards those who have trespassed against us. May we always find in you the courage and humility to raise up, not condemn, our fellow sinners, as we strive to follow the example of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Anthony of Egypt ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Monday, January 18, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Margaret of Hungary
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
God, source of life, help us to live in your peace.
May we be your healing presence for those who are suffering,
your welcoming presence to those who are strangers.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Margaret of Hungary ………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast of St. Henry of Sweden
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord Jesus, source of all that is good, you inspired Blessed Edmund Rice to found the religious family of the Congregation of Christian Brothers to continue your mission among the people of God. May he be for us a model of the apostolic life, an example of fidelity and an inspiration as we strive to follow You. May we learn to imitate his holiness and service and look to him confidently in times of need. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Henry of Sweden ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Fabian
Let us remember that we are in the Holy Presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Lord Jesus, may we be prudent and wise, and use the many gifts and talents you have blessed us with. Help us to serve generously those in need and to build up your body, the Church, so that all may know the abundance of your love. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………Pray for us
St. Fabian………………………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Agnes
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Lord Jesus, may we be prudent and wise, and use the many gifts and talents you have blessed us with. Help us to serve generously those in need and to build up your body, the Church, so that all may know the abundance of your love. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………Pray for us
St. Agnes………………………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Friday, January 22, 2021
National Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Today we celebrate the St. Vincent Pallotti
Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord Jesus, Son of God, Son of Mary, you came that we may have life, and have it more abundantly. You are the Word through whom we were made. Teach us to live the Gospel of Life. Soften our hearts that we may be compassionate toward the most vulnerable. Embolden us to be voices for the voiceless. Help us always to remember that what we do for the least ones, we do for you—never to forget the incomparable value of every human person. In your Holy Name, we pray. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice………Pray for us
St. Vincent Pallotti………………………Pray for Us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Marianne Cope
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
God of all time and seasons, we remember and hope for your holy light in our lives. Give us your grace to see that where there is love, we find you among us—your kingdom here and now. Forgive our failing to love, to reconcile, to be converted. Fill our hearts with your love and give us the courage and strength to share it freely as your beloved sons and daughters. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Marianne Cope……………………..………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Sunday, January 24, 2021
3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis DeSales
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Dear Lord, as we go about our day in our homes and workplaces, let us bring your presence with us. Let us bestow your peace, your grace, your mercy, and your perfect order to all we meet. Give us a fresh supply of strength to do our work. May even our smallest accomplishments bring you glory. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Francis DeSales ……………………..………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Monday, January 25, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Dear Lord, as it was in Jerusalem of your time, so it is with us today: Your Word of peace, unity, and reconciliation goes unheard and unheeded. The walls of hostility and division are strong, and we know they exist in our own hearts and minds also. We pray not only for our own conversion to Your ways, but also for the conversion of our nation and our Church. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………Pray for us
St. Paul………………………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of Saints Timothy and Titus
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord, you gave us the gift of prayer and we have sought money. You made for us a temple, and we have sought the marketplace. You gave us life and we have courted death. May we receive what is you and not what is less; what is eternal, not what is temporal; what is true, not what is false; life not death. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……………………Pray for us
Saints Timothy and Titus ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Angela Merici
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Loving God,
We thank you for the many blessings you have given us through our families: through our parents, our primary educators in the faith; through our siblings, who walk with us on our earthly journey; and through all who guard us in Your light and truth.
Continue to inspire our families, so that our devotion to You and our care for one another may be a visible sign of Your unconditional love. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………Pray for us
St. Angela……………………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Thomas Aquinas
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
God, our creator, we praise you for the gift of the Brother Rice community.
We thank you also for the communities in which we work and live.
We thank you for the community that is Your Body, the church.
Fill us with Your Holy Spirit today, so that, as one, we reflect Your light and love to each other and to the world. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……………………Pray for us
St. Thomas Aquinas ……………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Friday, January 29, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Aquilnus
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Christ our Teacher,
You dwell deep within each of our students:
In those who struggle academically and in those who excel;
In those who seek attention by acting out, and in those who remain silent and try to hide from notice;
In those surrounded by friends, and in those who are lonely;
Give us the grace to know Your presence in each of them and respond to their needs as You would to ours. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………Pray for us
St. Aquilnus….……………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Hyacinth
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord Jesus, source of all that is good, you inspired Blessed Edmund Rice to found the religious family of the Congregation of Christian Brothers to continue your mission among the people of God. May he be for us a model of the apostolic life, an example of fidelity and an inspiration as we strive to follow You. May we learn to imitate his holiness and service and look to him confidently in times of need. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……………Pray for us
St. Hyacinth………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
Sunday, January 31, 2020
4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today we celebrate the Feast of St. John Bosco
Let us remember that we are in the Holy presence of God
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…AMEN
Lord Jesus, you are the visible face of the invisible Father, of the God who manifests his power above all by forgiveness and mercy: let the Church be your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and glorified.
Send your Spirit and consecrate every one of us, so that this year may be a year of grace from the Lord, and your Church, with renewed enthusiasm, may bring good news to the poor, proclaim liberty to captives and the oppressed, and restore sight to the blind. May Catholic schools continue to nurture the soul of our nation by forming children and families in faith, hope, love and zeal for justice. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help……………..Pray for us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……………………Pray for us
St. John Bosco ……………………………Pray for us
Live Jesus in our hearts………………..Forever
In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…..AMEN
