ST. BERNARDINE MONASTERY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PROVINCE
Quotes
Prayer In Time Of Great Need
O holy Saint Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
O holy Saint Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.
Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety.
Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (mention your request).
The answer to my prayer may require a miracle; even so, you are the Saint of Miracles.
O gentle and loving Saint Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, Who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours.
Amen.
Franciscan Prayer Book, The Franciscan Friars, TOR
A Prayer Honoring Saint Anthony
Almighty God, You have given Saint Anthony to Your people as an outstanding preacher and a ready helper in time of need.With his assistance may we follow the Gospel of Christ and know the help of Your grace in every difficulty.Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.Amen.
Franciscan Prayer Book, The Franciscan Friars, TOR
Act Of Consecration To Saint Anthony
O glorious Saint Anthony, servant and friend of God, I salute you through the most loving Heart of our Divine Savior, Jesus Christ, who you held in your pure arms under the form of a child. I choose you today as my patron, advocate and father. I place all my cares and temptations in your hands. I earnestly resolve never to forsake you.Great Saint, lily of celestial purity, obtain for me and all your other friends perfect purity of body and soul.I also, in imitation of your zeal, promise to lead others to the knowledge, the love and the service of God through my own example and counsel. Amen.
Franciscan Prayer Book, The Franciscan Friars, TOR
The Blessing of Saint Francis
Whoever shall observe these things may he be filled in heaven with the blessing of the most high Father, and may he be filled on earth with the blessings of His beloved Son, together with the Holy Spirit, the Consoler, and all the powers of heaven and all the saints. And, I, brother Francis, your worthless servant, as far as I am able, approve this most holy blessing. Amen.
— Saint Francis of Assisi
Franciscan Prayer Book, The Franciscan Friars, TOR
Prayer Before the Crucifix
Most high, glorious God, enlighten the darkness of my heart. Lord, instill in me, a faith that is unerring, a hope that is certain, a love that is perfect; a sensitivity and a knowledge that I may accomplish Your holy and true command. Amen.
— Saint Francis of Assisi
Franciscan Prayer Book, The Franciscan Friars, TOR
Peace Prayer
Lord, make me an instrument of Your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where this is injury, pardon;
— Saint Francis of Assisi
Franciscan Prayer Book, The Franciscan Friars, TOR
