August, 2011 | Catholic Prayers

Prayer of St. Augustine to the Holy Spirit

St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430 AD) was an early Christian theologian and Bishop. He was converted to Christianity at the age of 32 through the prayers and tears of his mother St. Monica. He is a Doctor of the Church and his Feast Day is…

Prayer to St. Gerard Majella for a Safe Delivery

Saint Gerard Majella is the Patron & Protector of Expectant Mothers. The Feast of Saint Gerard is celebrated on October 16. Here is a prayer to St. Gerard which can be used by expectant mothers for a healthy & safe delivery. It can be said…

Unfailing Prayer to St. Anthony

Saint Anthony of Padua was born on August 15th. I have a special devotion to St. Anthony, the miracle worker. Here is a powerful prayer to St. Anthony. You can recite this prayer as a Novena for 9 days for any special intention. I love…

Prayer to St. Lawrence

St. Lawrence of Rome was one of the seven deacons of ancient Rome, serving under Pope Sixtus II. He was born in 225 AD and was martyred in 258 AD during the persecution of Emperor Valerian. According to tradition, St. Lawrence was roasted on a…

Prayer to Our Lady of La Leche for Motherhood

La Leche is the Spanish for “the milk”. Our Lady of La Leche is the first shrine dedicated to Our Blessed Mother in the United States. The history of the devotion to the Mother of Jesus as Our Lady of La Leche may have roots…