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An Act of Faith in the Presence of God

February 12, 2013

Here is a prayer which can be recited as a part of your daily morning prayer. This prayer can also be used during visits to the Blessed Sacrament. O my God, I firmly believe that Thou art here present, and dost plainly see me; that Thou dost observe all my actions, all my thoughts, and […]

The Regina Coeli

February 8, 2013

The Regina Coeli (Queen of Heaven) is traditionally prayed instead of ‘The Angelus‘ during Paschal Time (from Holy Saturday through the evening of the Saturday after Pentecost). It is traditionally prayed in the morning (6 am), at noon, and in the evening (6 pm). V. Queen of Heaven, rejoice. Alleluia. R. For He whom thou […]

The Confiteor (I Confess)

February 7, 2013

The Confiteor (named from Latin) or “I Confess” is part of the introductory prayers recited at every Mass. It is a general confession of one’s sins. Here is the traditional form of this prayer. It is a translation of the traditional Latin prayer (1962 Roman Missal). I confess to Almighty God, to Blessed Mary ever […]

A Poem on Hope

December 6, 2012

HOPE is reaching out for God And knowing He is there; Hope is searching for release, And finding it through prayer… HOPE is happiness and joy, And rainbows in the sky – Hope is feeling God is near When you begin to cry… HOPE is looking for a dream That someday will come true; Hope […]

Litany of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

November 13, 2012

This Litany to the Immaculate Heart of Mary was composed by Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy on us. Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us. God the Father of Heaven, Have mercy on us. God […]

Aspirations

November 3, 2012

Aspirations are short prayers which are meant to be memorized and repeated throughout the day. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on me. Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for me. Mary, my Mother, shield me from the justice my sins deserve. Sweet Jesus, permit not the child of Thy Mother to perish. O Mary, obtain […]