WEDNESDAY - 7/08/2024
PRAYER INTENTIONS
Protection
Reflect on God's promise of protection. Seek Mary's intercession for protection from harm and dangers in your life and the lives of those you love.
Pray for the safety and protection of healthcare workers and those affected by natural disasters.
MEDITATION
š(Psalm 91:4-5) - He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings, you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. You will not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day.
This Psalm speaks of God's protective care over His people. The imagery of a mother bird covering her chicks with her wings symbolizes God's sheltering presence. It assures us that God is our refuge and defense, and we need not fear any danger, day or night, as long as we seek refuge in Him.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Act of Contrition
My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy. Amen
Come Holy Spirit
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth.
O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, Through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
The Lord's Prayer
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.
The Memorare
Remember , O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly to thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come; before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen
OPENING PRAYER....
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death. You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
DAY 2- NOVENA OF OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION
Mary, Assumed into Heaven, we venerate you as the Queen of Heaven and earth. As you tasted the bitterness of pain and sorrow with your Son on earth, you now enjoy eternal bliss with Him in Heaven.
Loving Queen, intercede for us in our needs.
We praise Jesus for giving us such a loving mother.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
Prayer for protection
Loving Mother Mary, on this Assumption day, we lift our hearts in prayer for the safety and protection of healthcare workers, selflessly serving others. We also remember those affected by natural disasters, facing hardships and uncertainty. [Pause to mention personal intentions].
Wrap them in your mantle of compassion, and grant them strength, courage, and resilience. May your maternal embrace shield them from harm and provide solace in times of distress. We entrust them into your care, knowing that you, our Mother, will intercede on their behalf. Amen.
LITANY TO OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION-
https://www.hymscolibrary.com/hymsco-articles/novena/litany-of-our-lady-of-assumptionĀ