Saints in June

Dear Savior, Saint Justin Martyr struggled with his intellect in order to find You.  He had studied various philosophies, filling his mind with many ideas that were contrary to Christianity, and this made it difficult for him to accept the Faith.  But once converted, he wrote strong defenses of Christian beliefs.  I ask him to pray for those who are highly educated intellectuals.  Help them, O Lord, to get in touch with their spiritual hungers.  Guide them in overcoming the perceived need for everything to be logical and fully understandable.  Lead them to the humility that is necessary for accepting the true Faith.  Saint Justin Martyr, pray for us.  Amen.

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Beloved Lord Jesus, Saints Marcellinus and Peter were martyred during the early persecutions, but they faced their deaths with remarkable serenity.  This amazing attitude proved to the pagans that there was something about You, which none of their gods could provide.  O Lord, help me to experience Your peace no matter what is going on in my life, and let this be a witness to others.  Put me in touch with the inner tranquility that comes with letting You dwell deeply within my heart.  Teach me how to rely on this whenever I am facing persecutions, trials, or any other kind of suffering.  Saints Marcellinus and Peter, pray for me.  Amen.

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Dear Jesus, Saint Charles Lwanga and his companions were the first twenty-two black martyrs of Uganda, Africa.  Many of them had been baptized only a short time before risking their lives in faithfulness to You.  I ask them to pray for an increase in my loyalty to You, my Savior.  Inspire me to live the Christian Faith no matter what obstacles confront me nor who opposes me.  Though it’s tempting to be satisfied with a comfortable prayer life, going to church on Sundays, and doing little more than that, help me to be willing to take risks for Your kingdom, because I love You so deeply.  Saint Charles Lwanga and companions, pray for me.  Amen.

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Mighty Jesus, Saint Quirinus was ordered to sacrifice to pagan gods, and when he insisted that the gods were really demons, he was severely beaten and thrown into the river with a millstone tied around his neck.  Since he’s the patron saint for people who are victims of obsession, possession and battles against evil spirits, I ask him to pray mightily for all those in this world who are under the influence of the powers of darkness.  If there are any evil spirits harassing me or seeking the ruin of my soul, I ask him to intercede for me that I may be fully protected by Your victory on the Cross, O Lord.  Saint Quirinus, pray for us.  Amen.

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Our Father in Heaven, Saint Boniface left everything that was familiar to him to evangelize the German tribes and reorganize the Church in France.  He traveled continuously, always dealing with change.  I lift up to You my comfort zone and ask him to intercede for me whenever I am challenged to move into unfamiliar territory.  Whether this means changing where I live or work, or doing a ministry that is new to me, help me to see this as an adventure rather than a sorrow.  Hold my hand, and give me clear direction, so that I always know it is You who leads me into new places.  Saint Boniface, pray for me.  Amen.

QUOTES by Saint Boniface

Can there be a more fitting pursuit in youth or a more valuable possession in old age than a knowledge of Holy Scripture? In the midst of storms it will preserve you from the dangers of shipwreck and guide you to the shore of an enchanting paradise and the ever-lasting bliss of the angels. >>

What we ourselves cannot bear let us bear with the help of Christ. For he is all-powerful and he tells us: ‘My yoke is easy and my burden is light’. >>

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O Jesus Savior, Saint Norbert chose the priesthood because it seemed to be a good career move, but You changed his heart.  A dramatic escape from death convinced him to take his vows seriously, and he began a new life of penance.  He devoted his time to teaching priests and increasing their holiness.  I ask him to pray for all the priests I know, as well as seminarians and all clergy everywhere.  Help them, O Lord, to get rid of any worldly or self-centered reasons for entering the priesthood, and purify their hearts with a greater understanding of the privilege of being Your image on Earth.  Saint Norbert, pray for us.  Amen.

QUOTES by Saint Norbert

O priest! Take care lest what was said to Christ on the cross be said to you: ‘He saved others, himself he cannot save!’ >>

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God Our Father, as a bishop, Saint Anthony Mary Gianelli founded the Missionaries of Saint Alphonsus.  I ask him to pray for my bishop and all the projects in which my diocese is involved, especially those devoted to evangelization and missionary work.  Help the people of our diocese increase their generosity toward these projects.  Bless and anoint all those who work in diocesan ministries, and give them a greater understanding that the work they do—in any program—is part of sharing the Good News.  Protect them from obstacles that interfere with the service they provide.  Saint Anthony Mary Gianelli, pray for us.  Amen.

QUOTE by Saint Anthony Mary Gianelli

When something turns out not very well or even badly, do not be disturbed nor think it a real evil but be humble before God and be confident that from it He will draw some good. >>

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Jesus My Lord, Saint Medard served as a bishop during very difficult times, and his long life of spiritual leadership created a tremendous impression on the people.  Because of his patronage against bad weather, I ask him to intercede for me during the storms of my life as well as the storms in nature.  Protect me and my home.  And Lord, help the victims of hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and other natural disasters.  Send in more helpers and multiply the supplies that are needed for their aid.  You calmed the storm on the Sea of Galilee; deliver us from the storms that are raging around us now.  Saint Medard, pray for us.  Amen.

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O Lord Jesus Christ, Saint Ephrem was gifted as a poet, and he used this talent to teach religious truths, earning the nickname “Harp of the Holy Spirit.”   I ask him to pray for the proper use of my talents, and I dedicate them to Your kingdom, to be used according to Your will.  Keep me from being held back by feelings of inadequacy or false humility, and teach me to see my talents as You see them, regardless of how insignificant I think they might be.  Help me to overcome jealousy toward other people’s talents and to grow in thanksgiving for the gifts You have given me.  Saint Ephrem, pray for me.  Amen.

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Blessed Redeemer, Saint Getulius was a convert who resigned his commission as a Roman officer and fled to another country.  When the emperor sent an official to arrest him and bring him back, the saint and his brother converted the soldier.  I ask him to pray for those who try to change my mind about the Faith, including Jehovah’s Witnesses, Mormons, and others who proselytize the false teachings of other religions.  When they come knocking on my door, help me to find the words and compassion that will inspire them to accept the truth of Your salvation.  Give them angels who will continue the process.  Saint Getulius, pray us.  Amen.

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Most Holy Spirit, Saint Barnabas was converted shortly after Pentecost, and he gave up all his possessions in order to detach from the world and follow the way of Christ to Heaven.  His helpful, compassionate and optimistic nature inspired other new Christians, including Saint Paul.  I ask him to pray for my attitudes.  Loving God, help me to convert any negativity that’s within me into an optimism that comes from hoping and trusting in You.  Deliver me from selfishness and turn it into a generosity that benefits the people who need my help.  Anoint me to become an inspiration for others.  Saint Barnabas, pray for me.  Amen.

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Heavenly Lord, Saint John of Sahagun was not afraid to correct the evils around him, even when the evildoers were powerful people who were likely to take revenge.  He could do this because of the graces he received through his prayer life and from attending Mass.  I ask him to pray that I increase in grace to better face whatever comes in life.  Help me, Holy Spirit, to open up to Your gifts more fully, through an ever-increasing devotional life and by experiencing Mass in a more powerful, more meaningful way, so that all the graces You offer will become available as I need them.  Saint John of Sahagun, pray for me.  Amen.

QUOTES by Saint John of Sahagun

A person must be prepared in his soul to speak the truth, both in denouncing and correcting shortcomings and in praising virtue, to such a point that he is willing in that cause even to face death. >>

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Sweet Jesus, Saint Anthony of Padua was always a ready helper in time of need.  Though he preferred to live as a hermit, leaving his cave only to attend Mass and sweep the nearby monastery, he filled in for a scheduled speaker who failed to keep his commitment.  Afterward, he had to travel constantly, because his reputation as a great preacher spread widely.  Since he’s become the patron saint for finding lost articles, I ask him to be my ready helper in time of need.  Though sometimes it seems petty to ask his help in finding items I’ve misplaced, I thank You, Lord, for giving me this saint who cares.  Saint Anthony of Padua, pray for me.  Amen.

QUOTES by Saint Anthony of Padua

O the mercy of God! Never does He refuse to be merciful, but is ever present to those who turn to Him. >>

Behold those little pieces of straw which the world tramples under its feet. They are the virtues practiced by the Savior. >>

Although obedience and poverty seem to confine and restrict our freedom, nevertheless, poverty makes us rich, and obedience makes us free. Whoever follows Jesus along the straight and narrow path will not be hampered by attachments to riches and to his own will. >>

The saints are like the stars. In his providence Christ conceals them in a hidden place that they may not shine before others when they might wish to do so. Yet they are always ready to exchange the quiet of contemplation for the works of mercy as soon as they perceive in their heart the invitation of Christ. >>

Attribute to God every good that you have received. If you take credit for something that does not belong to you, you will be guilty of theft. >>

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Loving God, Saint Methodius of Constantinople worked hard to unify and reconcile opposing sides within the Church.  He traveled to Rome to seek the Pope’s help, but during his absence he was exiled.  Seven years later, he returned home and continued to work for unity.  I ask him to pray for the Christian Church, which is so disunified today.  Lord Jesus, be our source of unity.  Inspire the members of all denominations to desire reconciliation and to appreciate what we do have in common.  Help us to grow in love with each other, serving the Kingdom of God side by side, hand in hand.  Saint Methodius of Constantinople, pray for us.  Amen.

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Precious Savior, Saint Vitus worked many miracles in Your name and refused to sacrifice to the gods.  After he was arrested, You freed him from prison with a storm that destroyed the pagan temples, and You gave him an angel who led him back home.  He is the patron saint of actors, comedians, and dancers, so I ask him to pray for the entertainers in my society today.  May those who do not know You, dear Lord, have experiences that lead them into repentance and conversion, and may the Christian entertainers continue to grow in faith, so that this industry is given over more fully to You.  Saint Vitus, pray for us.  Amen.

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O Jesus, Saint Lutgardis had a deep prayer life that led to a special devotion for Your sacred wounds.  In her late teens she received her first vision, and later during ecstasies, blood sometimes dripped from her forehead.  I ask her to obtain for me through her prayers a higher level of devotion to Your Passion.  Help me to see Your suffering when I look upon a crucifix or receive the Eucharist.  And teach me to understand more fully that it is through Your wounds I am healed and without Your death there would be no resurrection.  Take my own wounds, O Jesus, and give me new life.  Saint Lutgardis, pray for me.  Amen.

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Blessed Holy Spirit, Saint Botulph is the patron saint of Boston, because he founded a monastery in the old country in a place that came to be called “Botulph’s town” or “Botolphston” and this later was shortened to “Boston”.  He was widely known as being blessed with Your grace.   I ask him to pray for all the residents of Boston, as well as the people of the place where I live. Inspire us, O Lord, and fill our homes with Your presence, so that our city may be protected from evil.  Send in a legion of holy angels to guard and to guide the leaders, the Christians, and the needy.  Saint Botulph, pray for us.  Amen.

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My Lord Jesus Christ, Saint Elizabeth of Schönau was a visionary favored with ecstasies and prophesies.  Daily, she received visits either from You, the Virgin Mary, angels, or the saint of the day, receiving instructions for her spiritual growth.  Because of this, she was often assaulted by demonic forces, and now is the patron saint against temptations.  I ask her to pray for me when I am tempted, and when demons attack me.  Help me, O Lord, to know my patron saints and angels more intimately, so that I may fully benefit from their protection, from their prayers, and from their spiritual direction.  Saint Elizabeth of Schönau, pray for me.  Amen.

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O Loving God, Saint Romuald chose to die in solitude after a lifetime of devoting himself to You as a hermit.  I ask him to pray for me whenever I am alone.  Help me, dear Lord, to let go of the idea that people are to be my source of happiness.  Teach me to be satisfied with You, who supplies all my needs, in the stillness of my heart and in the quiet of an empty room.  Guide me into greater enjoyment of being alone with You.  I also ask Saint Romuald to pray for a renewal of Eucharistic Adoration and devotion in holy hours, that all of Your Body may grow more deeply in touch with You.  Saint Romuald, pray for us.  Amen.

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Heavenly Father, Saint Alban was converted by a priest whom he sheltered from persecutions and rescued by changing clothes with him.  As the patron saint of converts, I ask him to pray with me for all the people I know who have not yet converted.  O Lord, remove from their lives all the crutches they’ve been leaning on when they should be turning to You.  When people reach their bottom, help them to see that they have nowhere else to turn, so that they look upwards to You and realize it’s You they need.  Send angels and people into their lives who will deliver them into Your arms.  Saint Alban, pray for us.  Amen.

QUOTE by Saint Alban

I worship and adore the true and living God who created all things.

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