MEDITATION
(Colossians 3:17) "And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."
This encourages us to approach all aspects of life with a heart of gratitude, recognizing that all we do is a reflection of God's grace upon us.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Act of Contrition
I confess to almighty God, and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have sinned through my own fault, in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done, and in what I have failed to do; through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; Therfore I ask blessed Mary, ever virgin, all the angels and saints, and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God. 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
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.
Thanksgiving prayer
Accept, O Lord, our thanks and praise for all that you have done for us. We thank you for the splendor of the whole creation, for the beauty of this world, for the wonder of life, and for the mystery of love.
We thank you for the blessing of family and friends, and for the loving care which surrounds us on every side.
We thank you for setting us at tasks which demand our best efforts, and for leading us to accomplishments which satisfy and delight us.
We thank you also for those disappointments and failures that lead us to acknowledge our dependence on you alone.
Above all, we thank you for your Son Jesus Christ; for the truth of his Word and the example of his life; for his steadfast obedience, by which he overcame temptation; for his dying, through which he overcame death; and for his rising to life again, in which we are raised to the life of your kingdom.
Grant us the gift of your Spirit, that we may know him and make him known; and through him, at all times and in all places, may give thanks to you in all things. Amen.
THANKSGIVING PRAYER FOR MARY, OUR MOTHER
Heavenly Father,
As we culminate this novena, our hearts overflow with gratitude for the countless blessings, both seen and unseen, bestowed upon us through the intercession of the Immaculate Conception. We thank You for the gift of Mary, chosen to be the vessel of Your divine grace and love.
Immaculate Mother, through Your purity and unwavering cooperation with God's plan, you've shown us the depth of humility, trust, and faithfulness. We are grateful for Your constant intercession, guiding us closer to Your Son, Jesus Christ, and enveloping us in Your mantle of love and protection.
In thanksgiving, we acknowledge the known blessings, the joys that have brought smiles to our faces, the successes that have filled our hearts with elation, and the moments of grace that have strengthened our faith. We also express our gratitude for the unknown blessings, the trials and challenges that have shaped us, the moments of silence where Your presence sustained us, and the hidden mercies that we may not yet comprehend.
As we celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, we offer our heartfelt thanksgiving for the grace poured upon humanity through Mary's immaculate conception. We praise You for the gift of redemption, the promise of salvation, and the unfathomable love You have shown us through Your Son, Jesus Christ.
Immaculate Conception, we thank You for Your maternal care, guiding us through life's journey, interceding for our needs, and leading us to deeper union with Your Son. May our hearts forever echo with gratitude for the blessings received through Your loving intercession.
We offer this prayer of thanksgiving through Christ, our Lord. Amen.