December 11
Dear Jesus, Saint Damasus was a Pope known for his genius, humility, concern for the poor, and zeal for protecting the Faith. He commissioned Saint Jerome to write the Vulgate translation of the Bible and he restored the shrines, catacombs, and tombs of martyrs. I ask him to intercede for the needs of our Pope and to pray for his protection against evil. O Lord, give him the Holy Spirit’s wisdom as he guides the Church through difficult times and the rampant immorality that is seducing the world. Help all the faithful to support his ministry by carrying it out where we live and worship. Saint Damasus, pray for us. Amen.
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Gracious God, Saint Romaric was a nobleman who became a Christian and converted his estate into a monastery. Many people were attracted to the holy life he established there and they came in droves to join him. I ask him to intercede for the religious communities and lay apostolates that have formed in the Church. As people realize that the immorality and luxuries of this world fail to satisfy their souls, guide them to join communities that forsake these things for a life of simplicity, service, charity, and prayer. O Lord, inspire me and my loved ones to separate from the world in the way we live. Saint Romaric, pray for us. Amen.
Beloved Savior, Saint Peter Fourier was ordained a priest and appointed to a parish that was weak in the Faith. For thirty years he ministered unceasingly to increase the holiness of his people and provide good religious education. He led them by his own example. Eventually, his flock became a model parish. I ask him to pray for the long-term projects and ministries of my church. Give me and all those involved the stamina and perseverance we need to continue working with zeal and energy. Renew us when we grow weary or discouraged. Help the priests remain powerful in their service as our shepherds. Saint Peter Fourier, pray for us. Amen.
O Sacred Jesus, from the moment of Mary’s immaculate conception, You gave her the benefit of Your future death on the cross. You granted her the fullness of grace and a life free of the stain of original sin. You sanctified her womb so that she could carry Your divine presence within her body. I ask her to pray for the sanctification of my home and the homes of everyone I know. Help us, dear Savior, to treat those we live with and those who visit us as tabernacles where You dwell. Teach us to love each other unconditionally, with respect, reverence, patience, swift forgiveness, and holy acts of mercy. Blessed Mother, pray for us. Amen.
Sacred Lord, Saint Ambrose was called “the honey-tongued doctor” because of his gift of preaching and his reputation as an expert on Church doctrine. Words were very important to him and he said, “Let no word escape your lips in vain or be uttered without depth of meaning.” I ask him to pray for me to gain a holy appreciation of the right use of language. O My Jesus, close my mouth from speaking profane, slanderous or condemning words. Teach me to remain silent when I am tempted to use my mouth unlovingly. May my words be like rivers, clean and pure, moving others closer to You. Saint Ambrose, pray for me. Amen.