Prayer for Priests

It is recommended that The Peoples’ Prayer for Priests be recited throughout the Year (June 19, 2009 through June 19, 2010) for all Priests. This special prayer can be recited during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass during the Prayers of the Faithful or at the conclusion of Mass. It is recommended that Holy Name Society members recite this prayer at all Holy Name Society sessions, assemblies and conferences.

Dear Lord,
we pray that the Blessed Mother
wrap her mantle around your Priests
and through her intercession
strengthen them for their ministry.

We pray that Mary will guide your Priests
to follow her own words,
"Do whatever He tells you" (Jn 2:5)

May your priests have the heart of St. Joseph,
Mary's most chaste spouse.

May the Blessed Mother's own pierced heart
inspire them to embrace
all who suffer at the foot of the cross.

May your priests be holy,
filled with the fire of your love
seeking nothing but your greater glory
and the salvation of souls.

Amen


Saint John of Vianney, pray for us.