2022

1 John 4:11

Verse:

“Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” - 1 John 4:11

Prayer For Unity to Prevail in the Community

Lord of light, I pray that unity may prevail in my community. Help me to be an instrument of Your peace. Help us in the city to come together to resolve the issues that affect us all. Help us cooperate well in overcoming health issues and prejudice. May we each bring our experiences and our expertise to the table and work out solutions together. Help us to listen well, to empathize, and brainstorm the best path for our city. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://connectusfund.org/15-powerful-prayers-for-our-community

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Saint Clement of Alexandria

Daily Saints

Saint Clement of Alexandria was born in Athens in year 150, to parents that were pagans. His latin name is Titus Flavius Clemens.

He received his education in various learning centers throughout Italy and the Mediterranean. While studying under his teach Pantaenus, he converted to Christianity. Years later, in year 180, Saint Clement became the head of the Christian catechetical School at Alexandria, succeeding his mentor Pantaenus.

He was a known intellectual leader of the Alexandrian Christian community. He also wrote theological works and commentaries. He had secret works as well that suggests his familiarity with Gnosticism and the pre-Christian Jewish esotericism.

He died between years 211 and 215.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Clement-of-Alexandria

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=6177

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Matthew 5:9

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” - Matthew 5:9

Prayer For Peace Making

Jesus, rightful Advocate of peace, Elegant Champion of reconciliation, Your victories echo harmoniously. You taught me the way towards peace, My assurance of congenial oneness. Teach me to carry the torch of peace, That it may reside within my heart And radiate in my surroundings. Through the Grace of Your power, Transform the world into a Heaven. You are the only hope of mankind: You are the most gracious Peace Maker!

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://www.catholic.org/prayers/prayer.php?p=1701

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Saint Francis Xavier

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Saint Francis Xavier was born on April 7, 1506 as the third son of the privy counselor and finance minister to the king of Navarre. He grew up at Xavier and even received education there.

Continuing his studies, he went to the University of Paris in 1525. After earning his master’s degree in 1530, he taught philosophy at the same university. In 1534, Saint Francis Xavier made vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, along with his other friends. Three years later, he was ordained and he also started studying theology.

Saint Francis Xavier travelled to multiple places to minister and evangelized people. He travelled to Lisbon, Goa, and even to the southeastern coast of India for his mission.

During his many travels, he fell ill with fever. And on December 3, 1552, he passed away. He was beatified by Pope Paul V in 1619 and canonized in 1622. He is the patron saint of Catholic missions.

Sources:

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=423

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Francis-Xavier

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1 Corinthians 13:13

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” -1 Corinthians 13:13

Prayer For Faith and Hope

Blessed Jesus, in the comfort of your love, I lay before you the memories that haunt me, the anxieties that perplex me, the despair that frightens me, and my frustration at my inability to think clearly. Help me to discover your forgiveness in my memories and know your peace in my distress. Touch me, O Lord, and fill me with your light and your hope. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://www.womansday.com/life/g27225084/prayers-for-strength/#:~:text=Touch%20me%2C%20O%20Lord%2C%20and,Amen.&text=Dear%20God%2C%20please%20give%20me,Amen.

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Blessed Maria Angela Astorch

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Blessed Maria Angela Astorch was a Spanish religious figure. She was born on September 1, 1952 in Barcelona. She was the youngest in her family.

At a young age, she already started pursuing her vocation. She entered the Capuchin Poor Clare monastery as an aspirant, in 1603. Five years after, 1608, she began her journey as a novitiate.

Years after, she became a novice master and founded a monastery in Zaragoza. In 1624, she became vicar and later on, an abbess. She founded another monastery, along with other sisters, in Murcia in 1945.

Blessed Maria Angela Astorch remained an abbess until 1661. She died four years after, 1665, at the age of 75.

Sources:

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=7419

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maria_Angela_Astorch

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Isaiah 26:9

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you. When your judgments come upon the earth, the people of the world learn righteousness.” - Isaiah 26:9

Prayer For Pursuing God’s Righteousness

Righteous God, I want to be more like You so help me actively pursue righteousness and love. I choose to seek You because I know that You offer life, prosperity and honor. Your Word says that the righteous will never be shaken and will be remembered forever. I thank You for Your righteousness, Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://connectusfund.org/7-good-prayers-for-gods-righteousness

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Saint Edmund Campion

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Saint Edmund Campion was born on January 25, 1540. He was an English Jesuit priest and was martyred during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

He was the son of a bookseller. He received his early education at Christ’s Hospital school. He was then sponsored by a governor of the school as a scholar at St. John’s College in Oxford. Two years later, he was chosen to lead a public debate with the Queen as an audience. He won the regard of the Queen and the patronage of other important people.

He was initially a deacon in the Anglican church, however, he realized later on that his heart lies with the Roman Catholicism. He then entered the Cathollic Church in Northern France. In 1573, he became a member of the Society of Jesus in Rome.

He was arrested in 1581. They tortured him so that he will renounce his faith. When he refused, they charged him with treason and execution.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Edmund-Campion

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=5647

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Matthew 19:18b-19

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“You shall not murder, you shall not commit adultery, you shall not steal, you shall not give false testimony, honor your father and mother,’ and ‘love your neighbor as yourself.” - Matthew 19:18b-19

Prayer For Loving Your Friends

Lord God, You teach us that there is no greater love than he who lays down his life for a friend. Lord, I want to be this kind of friend. I want to reflect on the type of love that You have for us in my relationships here on Earth. Father, help me to adopt a heart like Yours. Help me to carry my cross and to bear the burdens of those around me. Help me to be a loving friend. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://connectusfund.org/25-strong-prayers-for-a-friend

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Saint Andrew the Apostle

Daily Saints

Saint Andrew the Apostle, as his title suggests, was one of the apostles of Jesus Christ. His brother, Simon Peter – most known as St. Peter– was also a disciple. The brothers were fishing when Jesus approached them and asked them to become his disciples.

Saint Andrew was mentioned multiple times in the Gospels. There was an account that he was the one who informed Jesus Christ about boy with the loaves and fishes. He was also present at the last supper.

He was martyred through crucifixion in Patras. Based on the Acts of Andrew, he was bound to the cross instead of being nailed to it. And the cross was in an X-shape (“saltire”) as per St. Andrew’s request. It is believed that he was unworthy to be crucified the same way as Jesus’ cross.

He is the patron saint of Scotland and Russia.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Andrew

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=109

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