Peace be to you. All of us have seen the latest news unfolding throughout the world, particularly the persecution of Christians in Iraq. There are no words to describe the horror that our Brethren within that region are facing, nor should we fall into the sin of hatred as a result. This is a challenge; for myself I continue to recall the words of St. Padre Pio, You cannot expel Satan with Satans ways! We must keep in mind that evil only begets evil; the true weapon against all things of darkness is the True Light of world Who is infinite love. In the same way that a flickering candle illuminates a darkened room, we must first illuminate our hearts that this world of darkness may too receive illumination. We must pray for peace, pray for our enemies as commanded by Our Blessed Lord, forgive the evil as it is being committed. I ask that you all during these troubling times recite, reflect, and meditate on two things: the Beatitudes of Christ and the Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, through these holy mediums may we find that Most Holy of Lights, peace for the world, and within our own souls. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Litany of The Blessed Virgin Mary – Litany of Loreto The Litany of Loreto was originally approved in 1587 by Pope Sixtus V. V. Lord, have mercy on us. R. Christ, have mercy on us. V. Lord, have mercy on us. Christ hear us. R. Christ, graciously hear us. God, the Father of Heaven: -- Have mercy on us. (repeat at end of each phrase.) God, the Son, Redeemer of the world: God, the Holy Spirit, Holy Trinity, One God, Holy Mary, -- Pray for us. (repeat at end of each phrase.) Holy Mother of God, Holy Virgin of virgins, Mother of Christ, Mother of divine grace, Mother most pure, Mother most chaste, Mother inviolate, Mother undefiled, Mother most amiable, Mother most admirable, Mother of good counsel, Mother of our Creator, Mother of our Savior, Virgin most prudent, Virgin most venerable, Virgin most renowned, Virgin most powerful, Virgin most merciful, Virgin most faithful, Mirror of justice, Seat of wisdom, Cause of our joy, Spiritual vessel, Vessel of honor, Singular vessel of devotion, Mystical rose, Tower of David, Tower of ivory, House of gold, Ark of the covenant, Gate of Heaven, Morning star, Health of the sick, Refuge of sinners, Comforter of the afflicted, Help of Christians, Queen of Angels, Queen of Patriarchs, Queen of Prophets, Queen of Apostles, Queen of Martyrs, Queen of Confessors, Queen of Virgins, Queen of all Saints, Queen conceived without Original Sin, Queen assumed into Heaven, Queen of the most holy rosary, Queen of Peace. Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, Spare us, O Lord. Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, Graciously hear us O Lord. Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, Have mercy on us. v. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. r. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Let us pray: Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, unto us Thy servants, that we may rejoice in continual health of mind and body; and, by the glorious intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, may be delivered from present sadness, and enter into the joy of Thine eternal gladness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Image: Mary, Queen of Martyrs.
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