Today is the feast of St. Lawrence, patron saint of deacons. Please offer prayers for me and my fellow deacons on the feast of this deacon and martyr of the Church!
The following is the prayer I began my day with today, asking for the intercession of St. Lawrence:
St. Lawrence, who in your youth suffered and died for the faith, hear my prayers. Obtain for me deep faith, strong hope, a sincere love of God and neighbor, and humble obedience.
Inspire me to come to the aid of the poor, the needy, the sick, and the afflicted. Lead me in the path of conversion. May God’s Kingdom spread far and wide on earth.
Intercede for my prayers for today: For the repose of the souls of loved ones that have gone before us, for all of the schools beginning a new school year – especially faith-based schools working diligently to form young people in the faith, for the homeless, for those struggling financially, for the sick, and for three personal intentions I hold in the silence of my heart.
Finally, grant that I live as a worthy person of God and deacon of the Church.
Amen
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