Divine Mercy Novena Day 4

The Chaplet of The Divine Mercy Novena

Fourth Day:

Today bring to Me The PAGANS AND THOSE WHO DO NOT YET KNOW ME. I was thinking also of them during My bitter Passion, and their future zeal comforted My Heart. Immerse them in the ocean of My mercy.

Most compassionate Jesus, You are the Light of the whole world. Receive into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart the souls of those who do not believe in God and of those who as yet do not know You. Let the rays of Your grace enlighten them that they, too, together with us, may extol Your wonderful mercy; and do not let them escape from the abode which is Your Most Compassionate Heart.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon the souls of those who do not believe in You, and of those who as yet do not know You, but who are enclosed in the Most Compassionate Heart of Jesus. Draw them to the light of the Gospel. These souls do not know what great happiness it is to love You. Grant that they, too, may extol the generosity of Your mercy for endless ages. Amen.

Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Litany to the Divine Mercy 

Divine Mercy Novena Day 3

 

The Chaplet of The Divine Mercy Novena

Third Day:

Today bring to Me ALL DEVOUT AND FAITHFUL SOULS, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. The souls brought Me consolation on the Way of the Cross. They were that drop of consolation in the midst of an ocean of bitterness.

Most Merciful Jesus, from the treasury of Your mercy, You impart Your graces in great abundance to each and all. Receive us into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart and never let us escape from It. We beg this grace of You by that most wonderous love for the heavenly Father with which Your Heart burns so fiercely.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon faithful souls, as upon the inheritance of Your Son. For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, grant them Your blessing and surround them with Your constant protection. Thus may they never fail in love or lose the treasure of the holy faith, but rather, with all the hosts of Angels and Saints, may they glorify Your boundless mercy for endless ages. Amen.

Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Litany to the Divine Mercy 

Guide on how to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet

 

How to Recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet

The Chaplet of Mercy is recited using ordinary Rosary beads of five decades. The Chaplet is preceded by two opening prayers from the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska and followed by a closing prayer.

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1. Make the Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

2. Optional Opening Prayers

St. Faustina’s Prayer for Sinners
O Jesus, eternal Truth, our Life, I call upon You and I beg Your mercy for poor sinners. O sweetest Heart of my Lord, full of pity and unfathomable mercy, I plead with You for poor sinners. O Most Sacred Heart, Fount of Mercy from which gush forth rays of inconceivable graces upon the entire human race, I beg of You light for poor sinners. O Jesus, be mindful of Your own bitter Passion and do not permit the loss of souls redeemed at so dear a price of Your most precious Blood. O Jesus, when I consider the great price of Your Blood, I rejoice at its immensity, for one drop alone would have been enough for the salvation of all sinners. Although sin is an abyss of wickedness and ingratitude, the price paid for us can never be equalled. Therefore, let every soul trust in the Passion of the Lord, and place its hope in His mercy. God will not deny His mercy to anyone. Heaven and earth may change, but God's mercy will never be exhausted. Oh, what immense joy burns in my heart when I contemplate Your incomprehensible goodness, O Jesus! I desire to bring all sinners to Your feet that they may glorify Your mercy throughout endless ages (Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, 72).

You expired, Jesus, but the source of life gushed forth for souls, and the ocean of mercy opened up for the whole world. O Fount of Life, unfathomable Divine Mercy, envelop the whole world and empty Yourself out upon us.

(Repeat three times)
O Blood and Water, which gushed forth from the Heart of Jesus as a fount of mercy for us, I trust in You!

3. Our Father

Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, Amen.

4. Hail Mary

Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death, Amen.

5. The Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

6. The Eternal Father

Eternal Father, I offer you the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Your Dearly Beloved Son, Our Lord, Jesus Christ, in atonement for our sins and those of the whole world.

7. On the 10 Small Beads of Each Decade

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

8. Repeat for the remaining decades

Saying the "Eternal Father" (6) on the "Our Father" bead and then 10 "For the sake of His sorrowful Passion" (7) on the following "Hail Mary" beads.

9. Conclude with Holy God (Repeat three times)

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us and on the whole world.

10. Optional Closing Prayers

Eternal God, in whom mercy is endless and the treasury of compassion — inexhaustible, look kindly upon us and increase Your mercy in us, that in difficult moments we might not despair nor become despondent, but with great confidence submit ourselves to Your holy will, which is Love and Mercy itself.

O Greatly Merciful God, Infinite Goodness, today all mankind calls out from the abyss of its misery to Your mercy — to Your compassion, O God; and it is with its mighty voice of misery that it cries out. Gracious God, do not reject the prayer of this earth's exiles! O Lord, Goodness beyond our understanding, Who are acquainted with our misery through and through, and know that by our own power we cannot ascend to You, we implore You: anticipate us with Your grace and keep on increasing Your mercy in us, that we may faithfully do Your holy will all through our life and at death's hour. Let the omnipotence of Your mercy shield us from the darts of our salvation’s enemies, that we may with confidence, as Your children, await Your [Son’s] final coming — that day known to You alone. And we expect to obtain everything promised us by Jesus in spite of all our wretchedness. For Jesus is our Hope: through His merciful Heart, as through an open gate, we pass through to heaven (Diary, 1570).

Divine Mercy Novena Day 2

 The Chaplet of The Divine Mercy Novena

Second Day:

Today bring to Me THE SOULS OF PRIESTS AND RELIGIOUS, and immerse them in My unfathomable mercy. It was they who gave Me strength to endure My bitter Passion. Through them as through channels My mercy flows out upon mankind.

Most Merciful Jesus, from whom comes all that is good, increase Your grace in men and women consecrated to Your service,that they may perform worthy works of mercy; and that all who see them may glorify the Father of Mercy who is in heaven.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon the company of chosen ones in Your vineyard—upon the souls of priests and religious; and endow them with the strength of Your blessing. For the love of the Heart of Your Son in which they are enfolded, impart to them Your power and light, that they may be able to guide others in the way of salvation and with one voice sing praise to Your boundless mercy for ages without end. Amen

Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Litany to the Divine Mercy 

Divine Mercy Novena: Day 1

 

The Chaplet of The Divine Mercy Novena

First Day:

Today bring to Me ALL MANKIND, ESPECIALLY ALL SINNERS, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. In this way you will console Me in the bitter grief into which the loss of souls plunges Me.

Most Merciful Jesus, whose very nature it is to have compassion on us and to forgive us, do not look upon our sins but upon our trust which we place in Your infinite goodness. Receive us all into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart, and never let us escape from It. We beg this of You by Your love which unites You to the Father and the Holy Spirit.

Eternal Father, turn Your merciful gaze upon all mankind and especially upon poor sinners, all enfolded in the Most Compassionate Heart of Jesus. For the sake of His sorrowful Passion show us Your mercy, that we may praise the omnipotence of Your mercy for ever and ever. Amen.

Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and the Litany to the Divine Mercy 

Powerful Quotes From Saints To Enhance Your Journey to Holiness This Lenten Season

 Powerful Saint Quotes to Ignite Your Lenten Journey to Holiness

1) “Nothing great is ever achieved without much enduring.” 

-St. Catherine of Siena

2) “Apart from the cross, there is no other ladder by which we may go to heaven”.

~St. Rose of Lima~

3) “Behold, Jesus Christ crucified, who is the only foundation of our hope; He is our mediator and advocate; the victim and sacrifice for our sins. He is goodness and patience itself; His mercy is moved by the tears of sinners, and he never refuses pardon and grace to those who ask it with a truly contrite and humbled heart.” 

~St. Charles Borromeo~

4) “If you suffer with Him, you will reign with Him. If you cry with Him, you will have joy with Him. If you die with Him on the Cross of tribulation, you will possess the eternal dwelling place in the splendor of the saints. And your name, written in the Book of Life, will be glorious among men.” 

~St. Clare of Assisi~

5) “You don’t know how to pray? Put yourself in the presence of God, and as soon as you have said, ‘Lord, I don’t know how to pray!’ you can be sure you’ve already begun.”

~St. Jose María Escrivá~

6) “The life of a Christian is nothing but a perpetual struggle against self; there is no flowering of the soul to the beauty of its perfection except at the price of pain.” 

~St. Padre Pio~

7) “As Lent is the time for greater love, listen to Jesus’ thirst…He knows your weakness. He wants only your love, wants only the chance to love you.” 

~St. Teresa of Calcutta~

8) “Fasting cleanses the soul, raises the mind, subjects one’s flesh to the spirit, renders the heart contrite and humble, scatters the clouds of concupiscence, quenches the fire of lust, and kindles the true light of chastity. Enter again into yourself.”

 ~St. Augustine of Hippo~

9) “My whole strength lies in prayer and sacrifice; these are my invincible arms; they can move hearts far better than words.” 

~St. Therese of Lisieux~

10) “Let us set out with trust on our Lenten journey, sustained by fervent prayer, penance and concern for those in need. In particular, may this Lent be a time of ever greater concern for the needs of children, in our own families and in society as a whole: for they are the future of humanity.” 

~St. John Paul II, 2004 Lenten Message~

 

Saint Rose of Lima Quotes

 

Saint Rose of Lima Patron Saint of Beauty, Gardener and florists 

Feast Day: August 23

"Let all men know that grace comes after tribulation. Let them know that without the burden of afflictions it is impossible to reach the height of grace. 

Let them know that the gifts of grace increase as the struggles increase. Let men take care not to stray and be deceived. 

This is the only true stairway to paradise, and without the cross they can find no road to climb to heaven."  - St. Rose of Lima.

" Know that the greatest service a man can offer to God is to help convert souls. " - Saint Rose of Lima

" No one would complain about hardships coming seemingly by chance upon him, if he realized in what balance they are weighed before being distributed to men."  - Saint Rose of Lima

" When we serve the poor and the sick, we serve Jesus.We must not fail to help our neighbors because in them we serve Jesus. "

" Without the struggle of afflictions, It is impossible to reach the height of grace. The gift of grace increases as the struggles increases. "

Stressed and anxious? Stop !!!👍 Say this Powerful prayer every time you feel stress and anxiety

 Powerful Prayer for Stress and Anxiety:

Dear Lord, you know the difficult things I am dealing with.

You know how my mind won’t let me stop thinking about everything.

I feel stressed and so unsettled.

I’m worried about what is going to happen.

Please take my burdens and the “what if’s” from me.

Help me to focus my thoughts on You and not worry about what could happen.

Please help me to take one day at a time.

Please lead and guide me and take control of this situation.

Please give me Your wisdom and fill me with Your peace.

In the name of Jesus I ask these things.

Amen.

The Litany to Saint Joseph for the Dying

 

The Litany to Saint Joseph for the Dying

Lord have mercy on us.

Christ 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 the Son, Redeemer of the world,

have mercy on us.

God the Holy Ghost, etc.

Holy Trinity, one God,

St. Joseph, foster father of Christ,

we beseech thee, hear us.

St. Joseph, patron of the dying,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him (her) forgiveness of his (her) sins,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him (her) great patience,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him (her) a perfect resignation,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him (her) a living and unshaken faith,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him (her) a firm confidence,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him (her) ardent charity,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Avert from him the attacks of the enemy,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Protect him from the temptations that assail him,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Preserve him from despondency and despair,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him the grace of Jesus Christ,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Assist him and do not abandon him,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Come to his aid in his weakness,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Assist him in his abandonment,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him a happy death,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Obtain for him a merciful judgment,

we beseech thee, hear us.

Conduct his soul to the vision of Jesus,

there to obtain mercy for him. Amen.

 

THE BODY AND TOMB OF ST. JOSEPH

"In an ecstasy, a saint has seen the body of St. Joseph preserved intact in a tomb, the site of which is yet unknown. The more the glorious spouse  of the most Blessed Virgin Mary is honored, the sooner will the finding of his body take place, which will be a day of great joy for the Church."

[Words of Fr. Paul of Moll, 1824-1896, from Father Paul of Moll,

by Edward van Speybrouck, p. 238]

UNFAILING PRAYER TO SAINT JOSEPH

 

MARCH 19 - Saint Joseph's Day - Solemnity of SAINT JOSEPH, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary 

“HE IS HOLY JOSEPH, because according to the opinion of a great number of doctors, he, as well as St. John Baptist, was sanctified even before he was born. He is Holy Joseph, because his office, of being Spouse and Protector of Mary, specially demanded Sanctity. He is Holy Joseph, because no other Saint but he lived in such and so long intimacy and familiarity with the Source of all holiness, Jesus, God Incarnate, and Mary, the Holiest of creatures. ” 

  — St. John Henry Newman...

UNFAILING PRAYER TO SAINT JOSEPH :

" O Saint Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires. "

" O St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. "

" O St. Joseph, I never weary of contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him close in my name and kiss His fine head for me and ask Him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath. St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls, pray for me. Amen. "