Friday, October 1, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Terese of Liseux, the Little Flower
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
St. Therese, Flower of fervor and love, please intercede for us.
Fill our hearts with your pure love of God.
Instill in us your little way of doing
ordinary things with extra-ordinary love.
Give us the heart of a child who wonders
at life and embraces everything with loving enthusiasm.
Teach us your delight in God’s ways
so that divine charity may blossom in our hearts. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Terese of Liseux…………………….. 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, October 2, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of the Guardian Angels
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 Holy Angel of the Lord Faithful guardian of my spirit, soul and body. Pray to God for me and protect me from the Evil One. Keep my feet on the sure path to salvation.
Strengthen my mind in the true way. And illumine my soul with good thoughts that I may arrive safely at the gates of heaven.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius 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
Sunday, October 3, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Theodora Guerin
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, when we beg for forgiveness, you readily grant it. All is wiped clean, all is forgotten. We put our trust in your generosity. Lord, please grant us the desire to want to learn to forgive as you do. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Theodora Guerin……….….……………….. 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, October 4, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi
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, give us time to be silent and prayerful, conscious of your personal presence, moment by moment, sustaining us. Call us to new decisions for faithfulness and generosity, and whenever you call us by name may we reply, “Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.” Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Francis of Assisi….……………….. 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, October 5, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Faustina
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 in a wondrous manner revealed the inexhaustible riches of your mercy to Saint Maria Faustina, grant, we beseech you, that by looking with trust upon the pierced side of your Son we may be strengthened to show mercy one to another and, at length, sing forever of your mercy in heaven. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Faustina ….……………….. 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, October 6, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Bruno
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 in the abundance of your kindness surpass the merits and the desires of those who entreat you, pour out your mercy upon us to pardon what conscience dreads and to give what prayer does not dare to ask. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Bruno…………….….……………….. 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, October 7, 2021
Today we celebrate the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary
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 my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, and lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of Thy mercy.
Teach us your own special love for the little and the poor, for the excluded and the suffering, for sinners and the wounded of heart. Gather all people under your protection. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
Our Lady of the Rosary ….……………….. 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, October 8, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Pelagia
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
Gracious God, you remind us that sometimes we must bear the pain of trials and tribulation before we come to the new life you promise us. Give us patience we need to bear the suffering that may come our way, hope in the joy that awaits us at the end of our trials, and trust in knowing you are present with us through it all. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Pelagia…………….….……………….. 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, October 9, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Denis
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 and ever-living God, the words of Jesus your Son scandalized some of those who first heard them, and he was accused of blasphemy. Centuries later, we still seek to live within the outlandishness of Christ’s promises—promises so deep and abiding that they conquer all sin and death. Make us fearless in proclaiming the truths that set us free. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Denis…………….….……………….. 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, October 10, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Francis Borgia
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 fear open-heartedness. Yet you show us that without an open heart, we cannot live as you have made us to live, or come to the Kingdom of love, mercy, and compassion. Give us the courage to open our hearts and carry the pain and suffering of others just as our Savior did. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Francis Borgia ….……………….. 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, October 11, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Damien of Molokai
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, You are the source of all good things,
And I thank You for the many blessings You place in my life.
My hope and my future are secure in You.
I want to live intentionally for You, making sure that everything
In my Life points to You and the eternal hope You offer
Through the gift of Your Son.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Damien of Molokai ….……………….. 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, October 12, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Wilfred
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, you have planted the seed of faith in our hearts and have allowed it to grow and blossom. We thank you for this precious gift. Grant us the opportunity and the desire to freely offer this gift to others that they, too, may know of your grace and love at work in the world and in their lives. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Wilfrid…………………………….. 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, October 13, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Edward the Confessor
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, I know that You have a purpose for my life,
and I will seek that purpose today and every day that I live.
Let my actions be pleasing to You,
and let me share Your good news with a world that desperately needs
Your healing hand and the salvation of Your Son. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Edward the Confessor………………….. 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, October 14, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Bernard of Arce
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 wisdom and grace, you call us to proclaim the truth of our faith wherever your Spirit leads us. Give us courage and determination to follow your Son, even to the cross. May our lives reflect your radiance as you lead us into your promise of everlasting life. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Bernard of Arce …….….……………….. 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, October 15, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Teresa of Avila
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 your Spirit raised up Saint Teresa of Avila to show the Church the way to seek perfection, grant that we may always be nourished by the food of her heavenly teaching and fired with longing for true holiness. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Teresa of Avila ………………….. 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, October 16, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
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, let me celebrate the accomplishments of others.
Make me a source of genuine, lasting encouragement to my family and friends.
Let my words and deeds be worthy of Your Son,
The One who gives me strength and salvation. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque ……………..….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, October 17, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Ignatius of Antioch
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 adorn the sacred body of your Church with the confessions of holy Martyrs, grant, we pray, that, just as the glorious passion of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, which we celebrate today, brought him eternal splendor, so it may be for us unending protection. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Ignatius of Antioch ……………..….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, October 18, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Luke, the Evangelist
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, who chose Saint Luke to reveal by his preaching and writings the mystery of your love for the poor, grant that those who already glory in your name may persevere as one heart and one soul and that all nations may merit to see your salvation. AMEN.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Luke, the Evangelist ….……………….. 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, October 19, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of Saints Isaac Jogues & Jean de Brébeuf, first martyrs of North America
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, faith and heroism planted belief in Christ’s cross deep in our land. The Church in North America sprang from the blood of martyrs. May the ministry and sacrifices of these saints challenges each of us, causing us to ask just how deep is our faith and how strong our desire to serve You, even in the face of death. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
Saints Isaac Jogues & Jean de Brébeuf ……….. 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, October 20, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Paul of the Cross
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 thank you for another day of life. As we take for granted the gift of life in today’s society, let us step back to realize the magnitude of your love for us. Thank you for your plan and for the lives that we live. May we always remember that each and every life matters. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Paul of the Cross ….……………….. 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, October 21, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Ursala
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 glorious St. Ursula, instructor of the young and guardian of virtue, help us heed your fine example. Assist us to follow in your footsteps. May we learn to love and serve our Lord and trust in His goodness. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Ursala………………..……….. 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, October 22, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of Pope St. John Paul II
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 are rich in mercy and who willed that the blessed John Paul the Second should preside as Pope over your universal Church, grant, we pray, that instructed by his teaching, we may open our hearts to the saving grace of Christ, the sole Redeemer of mankind. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. John Paul II ….……………….. 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, October 23, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Juan of Capistrano
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
Heavenly Father, in your divine plan you sent forth your angels to participate in the great work of our salvation. Thank you for all that is done through the heavenly host on our behalf. May we eagerly follow their example of active participation in your salvific work, that we too may proclaim your glory and assist others along the journey to your heavenly kingdom. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us
St. Juan of Capistrano …………….Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius 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
Sunday, October 24, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Anthony Claret
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, please look after my family and friends. Help me to remember that they are my everything, and without them I wouldn’t be where I am today. They look out for me and have my back when I need them most. They are understanding, supportive, caring, and with them in my life I know I will always have someone to turn to. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Anthony Claret ….……………….. 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, October 25, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. John Houghton
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, thank you for this day. We ask you to bless us and watch over us. Help us to be ready for whatever this day may have in store. When we are scared, make us brave. When we are seeking direction, guide us to you. When we see wrongdoing, help us to fix it. And when we fall, help us to find our way once more. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. John Houghton ….……………….. 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, October 26, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Alfred the Great
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
Breathe into me, Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy. Move in me, Holy Spirit, that my work, too, may be holy. Attract my heart, Holy Spirit, that I may love only what is holy. Strengthen me, Holy Spirit, that I may defend all that is holy. Protect me, Holy Spirit, that I may always be holy.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Alfred the Great …………………..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, October 27, 202
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Abraham the Poor
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, increase our faith, hope and charity, and make us love what you command, so that we may merit what you promise. 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 Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Abraham the Poor…………………..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, October 28, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of Sts. Simon and Jude Thaddaeus
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 by the blessed Apostles have brought us to acknowledge your name, graciously grant, through the intercession of Saints Simon and Jude, that the Church may constantly grow by increase of the peoples who believe in you. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
Sts. Simon and Jude Thaddaeus …………………..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, October 29, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Narcissus
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, we thank you for the life of Edmund Rice.
He opened his heart to Christ present to those oppressed by poverty and injustice.
May we follow his example of faith and generosity.
Grant us the courage and compassion of Edmund
As we seek to live lives of love and service. AMEN
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Narcissus …………………..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, October 30, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Alphonsus Rodriquez
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 call us to act manfully in our school, lives, and daily activities. We need your helping hand of guidance when we stray from you intended path. Lord, you give us control of what we do and where we go. Give us hope that you will always be by our side and care for us. Amen.
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Alphonsus Rodriquez ….……………….. 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, October 31, 2021
Today we celebrate the feast day of St. Wolfgang
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, thank you for all the blessings in our lives such as our friends, family, and education. Please help us to reach out whenever we can to help those in need. Please humble us to accept help when it is offered and to know that we might not always have the answers, but our trust in you will protect us. Amen
Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us
St. Wolfgang ….……………….. 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
