Monday, March 1, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. David

 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, all I want is to be faithful to you in my life, but so often I fail. 

Free me from my many sins and guide me to the life I will share with you. 

I wait for your promise to be fulfilled with great hope in my heart 

and your praise on my lips. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. David ………………….. 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, March 2, 2021 

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Agnes of Bohemia

 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 you be blessed and praised, O Lord our God. Each new day brings with it the opportunity to see our daily work and recreation as ways to bring you honor and glory. May they also be a sign and promise of the joy of your eternal kingdom. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Agnes of Bohemia ………………….. 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, March 3, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Katharine Drexel

 

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

Ever loving God, you called Saint Katharine Drexel to teach the message of the Gospel and to bring the life of the Eucharist to the neglected and oppressed of North America.

By her prayers and example, enable us to work for justice among the poor and oppressed.

Draw us all into the Eucharistic community of your Church, that we may be one in you.

Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Katharine Drexel ………………….. 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, March 4, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Casmir

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 healing and transformation, hear our prayer. Cleanse us from brokenness and sin. Breathe your spirit into us, recreating us in ways beyond what we can imagine. Let your light shine through us, proclaiming justice, mercy, and faith to our sisters and brothers throughout the world.  Amen.

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Casmir………………….. 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, March 5, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. John-Joseph 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

 

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. Come Holy Spirit—enkindle with us the fire of your love! Amen.

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. John-Joseph………………….. 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, March 6, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Basil

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,

I know how much You love me.

It’s hard for me to feel it sometimes,

but I know Your love is always with me.

 

Help me to use Your love as a way

to persevere in my Lenten intentions.

I am weak, but I know with Your help,

I can use these small sacrifices in my life

to draw closer to You.

 

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Basil…………………………….. 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, March 7, 2021

Third Sunday of Lent

Today we celebrate the feast of Sts. Felicity and Perpetua

 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, author of every mercy and of all goodness, who in fasting, prayer and almsgiving have shown us a remedy for sin, look graciously on this confession of our lowliness, that we, who are bowed down by our conscience, may always be lifted up by your mercy. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

Sts. Felicity and Perpetua ………………….. 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, March 8, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. John 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

 

Most forgiving Lord, 

again and again you welcome me back into your loving arms. 

Grant me freedom from the heavy burdens of sin 

that weigh me down and keep me so far from you. Amen.

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. John 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

 

 

 

Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Catherine of Bologna

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

Please stay with me as I struggle to see how accepting the crosses of my life will free me from the power of the one who wants only to destroy my love and trust in you. 

Help me to be humble and accepting like your son, Jesus. 

I want to turn to you with the same trust he had in your love. 

Save me, Lord. Only you can save me. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Catherine……………….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, March 10, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Victor

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 of my soul,

Mother of my heart, 

I know your love for me is limitless beyond imagining. 

You care for me as a loving parent. 

Through my smallest Lenten sacrifices, 

help me to become less selfish 

and more aware of your ways. 

Fan the flame of my desire 

to draw ever closer to you. 

Guide me to seek your love. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Victor………………………………. 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, March 11, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Constantine

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, 

you call us back to you with all of our hearts. 

I feel your call for me deep in my heart and I know you want me back as much as I want to return. 

Please, Lord, give me the wisdom to know how to return. 

Make my journey back to you this Lent one of grace, forgiveness and gentle love. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Constantine………………… 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, March 12, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Peter the Deacon

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, 

I know how much you love me. 

It’s hard for me to feel it sometimes, 

but I know your love is always with me.

Help me to use your love as a way 

to persevere in my Lenten intentions. 

I am weak, but I know with your help, 

I can use these small sacrifices in my life to draw closer to you. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Peter the Deacon………………… 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, March 13, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Leander of Seville

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, 

there is so much darkness in my life and I hide from you. 

Take my hand and lead me out of the shadows of my fear. 

Help me to change my heart. 

Bring me to your truth and help me to respond to your generous love. 

Let me recognize the fullness of your love which will fill my life. 

Free me from the darkness in my heart. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Leander of Seville………………… 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, March 14, 2021

Fourth Sunday of Lent

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Matilda

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 Creator, 

I know in your great love for me, you see the deep sorrow in my heart. 

Hear my prayers which are offered with such trust in you.

Be with me in both mind and heart as I renew my life in your spirit.  Amen.

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Matilda ……………………….. 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, March 15, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Louise de Marillac

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, 

You have heard my complaints, my impatience. 

Sometimes I become frightened when I move away from you. 

Guide my heart back to you. 

Help me to think beyond my own wants and to desire only to do you will.

Thank you for the many blessings in my life and for the ways I feel your presence. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Louise de Marillac ………………….. 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, March 16, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Hilary

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, Caring parent, 

I am a child who so often turns my back on your love. 

Please accept my small acts of sorrow today and help to release me from the self-absorption that closes my heart to you. 

As I journey through Lent, let me remember the feast you have prepared for me in the resurrection and let me be filled with thanks to you. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius 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

 

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Patrick

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 shield me today against wounding

Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me,

Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me,

Christ on my right, Christ on my left,

Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down,

Christ in the heart of everyone who thinks of me,

Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me,

Christ in the eye that sees me,

Christ in the ear that hears me.

I arise today through the mighty strength of the Lord of creation. Amen

 

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Patrick……………………… 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, March 18, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Cyril of Jerusalem

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, 

Sometimes my heart turns in every direction except towards you. 

Please help me to turn my heart toward you, to gaze upon you in trust and to seek your kingdom with all of my heart. 

Soften my hardened heart so that I might love others as a way to glorify and worship you. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Cyril of Jerusalem………………… 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, March 19, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Joseph

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

Blessed Joseph, husband of Mary, be with us this day.

You protected and cherished the Child Jesus as your Son,

you rescued Him from the danger of death.

Defend the Church, the household of God,

purchased by the Blood of Christ.

Guardian of the Holy Family, be with us in our trials.

May your prayers obtain for us the strength to flee from error

and wrestle with the powers of corruption

so that in life we may grow in holiness

and in death rejoice in the crown of victory. Amen.

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Joseph…………………………. 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, March 20, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Martin of Braga

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 Father, 

So many times I turn away from you 

and always you welcome me back. 

Your mercy and love gives me confidence 

Your powerful compassion for my weaknesses 

leads me to ask for mercy and await with great hope the Easter joy you share with us. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Martin of Braga………………… 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, March 21, 2021

Fifth Sunday of lent

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Enda

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 Word reconcile the human race to yourself in a wonderful way, grant, we pray, that with prompt devotion and eager faith the Christian people may hasten toward the solemn celebrations to come. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Enda ………………………….. 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, March 22, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Lea

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 in heaven and in my life, guide me and protect me. 

I so often believe I can save myself and I always end in failure. 

Lead me with your love away from harm 

and guide me on the right path. 

May your Spirit inspire the Church 

and make us an instrument of your love and guidance. 

Thank you for your care for me.  Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Lea ….…………………………….. 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, March 23, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Julian

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, your commandment of love is so simple and so challenging. 

Help me to let go of my pride, to be humble in my penance. 

I want only to live the way you ask me to love, to love the way you ask me to live. 

I ask this through your son, Jesus, who stands at my side today and always. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Julian………………………….. 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, March 24, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of Sts. Mark and Timothy, martyrs

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, 

I hear your invitation, “Come back to me” 

and I am filled with such a longing to return to you. 

Show me the way to return. 

Lead me this day in good works I do in your name 

and send your Spirit to guide me and strengthen my faith. 

I ask only to feel your love in my life today. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

Sts. Mark and Timothy………………… 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, March 25, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Dismas, the good thief

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 God, 

Free your Church from the sins of this world 

and protect us from evil we see 

and the evil we prefer to ignore. 

We need your guidance, Lord 

for we cannot do this alone. 

Only with your help can we be saved. 

Thank you for your desire to save us and love us.  Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Dismas………………… 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, March 26, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Margaret

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 Love, through this Lenten journey, purify my desires to serve you.

Free me from any temptations to judge others, to place myself above others.

Please let me surrender even my impatience with others, that with your love and your grace,

I might be less and less absorbed with myself, and more and more full of the desire to follow you, in laying down my life according to your example.  Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St.Margaret………………………………………..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, March 27, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. John Damascene

In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen

God of Mercy and Understanding,

I know that with help I can open my heart more fully to the mysteries of the suffering and death of your son.

Help me to be humble in this journey and remember that any mercy and compassion I feel is a gift from you. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. John Damascene………………… 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, March 28, 2021

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion

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

Almighty ever-living God, who as an example of humility for the human race to follow caused our Savior to take flesh and submit to the Cross, graciously grant that we may heed his lesson of patient suffering and so merit a share in his Resurrection. 

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius 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

 

 

Monday, March 29, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Gladys

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, 

I feel my heart overflowing with your tenderness. 

I sense your loving touch deep within my soul. 

I ask for your help in my weakness that I might be faithful to your word and I am so grateful that your mercy for my failings 

is as strong as your unbounded love for me. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………….. Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice……….Pray for Us

St. Gladys………………….. 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, March 30, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Leonardo Muraildo

In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen

Lord of perfection, remind us that it is only in your mercy that we can approach you at all. 

Your grace is sufficient, if we let you transform us.

Bring about the change that will allow others discern your heart through our words and actions.   Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Leonardo Muraildo ………………………………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, March 31, 2021

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Benjamin

In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen

God, you love me as your own child. 

May I bend my life and will toward you 

so that I might accept your teaching and guidance. 

I am so grateful for your support in my life, 

now and in the eternal life, you are preparing for me. 

I beg for your help and Spirit in my life today. Amen

Mother of Perpetual Help………………… Pray for Us

Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice…………….Pray for Us

St. Benjamin……………………………..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