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2 Thessalonians 1:3

Verse:

“We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing” - 2 Thessalonians 1:3

Prayer For Love

Dear God, Thank you that you are a loving, gracious God. Thank you that you’ve offered us forgiveness and the gift of new life in you. Thank you that your love is perfect, it never fails, and that nothing can separate us from your love. We pray that our lives would be filled and overflowing with the power of your love so we can make a difference in this world and bring honor to you. We ask for your help in reminding us that the most important things are not what we do outwardly, it’s not based on any talent or gift, but the most significant thing we can do in this life is simply to love you and to choose to love others.

Sources:

Short Break Original version of the prayer: https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/your-daily-prayer/a-prayer-of-love-from-1-corinthians-13-your-daily-prayer-march-14-2017.html

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Blessed Jose Maria of Manila

Daily Saints

Blessed Jose Maria de Manila was born in the Philippines to Spanish parents. His father, Don Eugenio del Saz-Orozco de la Oz, was the last Spanish Mayor of Manila. At the age of 16, he left the Philippines to study in Spain. Later on, he became a Capuchin priest.

He wanted to return and serve in the Philippines but due to the war and other circumstances, he was unable to go back. He continued proclaiming the Gospel in Spain.

On July 1936, there was an uprising which began the Spanish Civil War. The church was seized and priests were imprisoned. Blessed Jose Maria de Manila was executed at the gardens of Cuartel de la Montana in Madrid.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Mar%C3%ADa_of_Manila

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=46071

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Psalm 37:21

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous give generously.” - Psalm 37:21

Prayer For Those In Financial Debt

Loving Lord, I confess that my heart is heavy and I do not really know which way to turn, but You are my Father and have promised to help time of need. Lord, I am in need now and am coming to You in my helplessness to ask that You will provide what I need to care for my family. I have no one to turn to except You my Lord, and so I place my life and that of my family into You hands, trusting You to meet our needs as You have promised. I ask this in the name of Jesus, Who is my Saviour, Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Prayers-for-Debt-Relief

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Saint Zachariah & St. Elizabeth

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Saints Zachariah and Elizabeth, the parents of Saint John Baptist, were considered as a deeply religious couple. They were also known as the last and greatest prophets.

Saint Elizabeth was the cousin of our Blessed Virgin Mary. She was already old and was known to be barren when she gave birth to St. John the Baptist as the angel that visited them foretold. St. Zachariah was a holy prophet and a priest in the temple of Jerusalem. When the angel visited them and foretold the prophecy about their son, St. Zacharia doubted this and thus, he was struck mute. He was mute until the birth of their son.

Little is known of the couple. Their lives can be found in the 1st chapter of Luke in the New Testament.

Sources:

https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=251

https://mb.com.ph/2021/11/05/feast-of-saints-zachariah-elizabeth-3/

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1 Corinthians 15:58

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” - 1 Corinthians 15:58

Prayer For Humble Submission

Jesus, our Great Redeemer, when You came into our flesh to take our place upon the cross, You did so not to be served, but to serve. I long so much to love in this perfect way. Take my heart and cleanse it of all sin. Make it completely new. Mold me into a humble servant and make me a slave unto Your righteousness. In Your precious name. Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://connectusfund.org/10-powerful-prayers-for-obedience

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Saint Charles Borromeo

Daily Saints

St. Charles Borromeo was one of the most important figures of the counter-reformation in Italy. He was appointed as cardinal and archbishop of Milan in 1559. A year prior to his appointment, he received a doctorate degree in both civil law and canon law.

He headed the Consulta which made him secretary of state to Pius. The pope relied heavily on St. Charles Borromeo for his role in the third convocation of the Council of Trent. Afterwards, he served in executing decrees and he also brought out the Roman catechism in 1566. When his uncle died, St. Charles Borromeo took part in the conclave that elected Pius V.

St. Charles Borromeo became embroiled in politics and serious administrative problems. However, his heroic behaviour during the plague of 1576-1578 won him much him respect. He was known for giving away his wealth to help the poor and to care for the sick. He is the patron saint of bishops, cardinals, seminarians, and spiritual leaders.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Charles-Borromeo

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Galatians 5:22-23

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” - Galatians 5:22-23

Prayer For Blessings

Jesus, Righteous Lord, You are the God of all mercy and it is Your desire to richly bless Your children. I pray that You anoint my head with blessings and make Your face shine upon me, Lord Jesus. Pour out Your Spirit on me and let me dwell with You in Your house all the days of my life. Bless all of my days on this earth and bless all of my comings and goings. In Your precious name, I pray, Amen.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://connectusfund.org/11-powerful-prayers-for-blessings

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Saint Martin de Porres

Daily Saints

His full name is Juan Martin de Porres Velasquez, St. Martin de Porres was raised in poverty and suffered from the stigmas of being mixed race and of being born as an illegitimate child. Despite these trials, he was known for his kindness and charity.

He learned bloodletting and administering medicines when he was studying with a barber-surgeon. At the age of 15, he volunteered in helping care for the sick in the Dominican monastery infirmary. He was compassionate to everyone, giving alms to the poor, and even extended his love to animals.

He was also known for ministering to the African slaves being brought to the city. He even raised money for the dowries of poor girls so they can marry. He is the patron saint of social justice, racial harmony, and mixed-race people.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Martin-de-Porres

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Isaiah 41:4

Daily Reflections, Verse

Verse:

“Who has done this and carried it through, calling forth the generations from the beginning? I, the Lord—with the first of them and with the last—I am he.“ - Isaiah 41:4

Prayer For Isaiah 41

Dear Lord, Loving Father, I know that there are many times that fear has replaced faith in my heart, yet why should I fear when You have told me so many times to fear not? Thank You for Your promise to be with me always, to strengthen me, to be with me and to uphold me with Your righteous right hand, for which I thank You and bless Your holy name. In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN.

Sources:

Original version of the prayer: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Isaiah/41

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All Souls’ Day – Commemoration

Daily Saints, Philippine Holiday

A day dedicated to remembering our deceased loved ones through prayer, intercessions, alms as well as visiting cemeteries. People pray for the souls in purgatory and help them gain indulgences. According to the Catholic doctrine, prayers of the faithful help cleanse the souls in purgatory so they eventually enter heaven. It is believed that the souls are not perfectly cleansed from sins on departing from the body and so they cannot fit yet in the visions of God.

Having celebrated the feast of all the members of the church who are believed to be in heaven on the November 1, the church has assigned the following day to commemorate the souls in purgatory.

Sources:

https://www.britannica.com/topic/All-Souls-Day-Christianity

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Souls%27_Day

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