Novena to Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows, for Peace in the World
http://www.justpeace.org/sorrows.htm [] Most holy and afflicted mother, queen of martyrs, you stood beneath the cross and witnessed the agony of your dying Son. Look down with tenderness and pity on us as we meditate on your sorrows and place our request in the sanctuary of your wounded heart. To whom shall we have recourse in our needs and wants if not to you, mother of mercy, who drank so deeply of the chalice of your Son? To whom shall we turn if not to you, mother of sorrows, who shared in the sorrows of your Son from birth to death? The Father who chose you to be the mother of his Son allowed the sword of sorrow to pierce you through. In the immensity of the sorrows you suffered help me to persevere and bear patiently with our present sorrow. Our petition: We pray for all those who may die this week because of war and economic chaos, especially the children. Prepare them for the agony, despair, and terror of the violence that is upon them. Comfort them and hold them close to the bosom of thy most Immaculate Heart as they drink deeply of the bitter cup which is forced upon them. Wipe their tears, calm their fears, welcome them to peace and safety. Eternal rest grant to them, and may perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. May You bring an end to the wickedness that brings violence upon the world. Give us your grace and strength to stand against the demonic powers which prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Grant that peace with justice will come to the world. Amen. Lord, at your Passion, as Simeon foretold, a sword of sorrow pierced the most sweet soul of the blessed Virgin Mary, your Mother. Grant in Your mercy that we who reverently recall her sorrows may reap the blessed fruits of Your Passion. You who are God, living and reigning with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. [adapted] <http://www.nd.edu/%7Emary/sorrow.html>The Seven Sorrows of Mary and the Seven Graces <http://abbey.apana.org.au/Zeke/sorrows/home.htm>Our Lady of Sorrows another presentation of the Seven Sorrows, with accompanying extracts of Scripture and prayers for the Rosary of our Lady's Sorrows. <http://abbey.apana.org.au/Zeke/sorrows/stabat1.htm>The Stabat Mater (English) ... <http://abbey.apana.org.au/Zeke/sorrows/stabat2.htm>Latin A traditional hymn to Mary recalling the Passion of the Lord, often sung at the Stations of the Cross. <http://abbey.apana.org.au/Zeke/sorrows/newman1.htm>Regina Martyrum (Queen of Martyrs), a short sermon by Cardinal Newman. <http://abbey.apana.org.au/Zeke/sorrows/bernard1.htm>His mother stood by the cross a sermon by St. Bernard of Clairvaux <http://members.aol.com/missioncps/index.html>Seven Offerings of the Precious Blood <http://www.immaculateheart.com/Mary/html/prayers_to_mary.htm>Prayers to the Blessed Virgin Mary including the Magnificat, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Act of Reparation, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Our Lady Help of Christians, Our Lady of Good Counsel, Morning Offering, the Devotion of Three Hail Marys. <http://www.nationalshrine.com/NAT_SHRINE/tour_u33.htm>Chapel of Our Lady of Sorrows, National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C. In 1717, Pope Benedict XIII proclaimed Our Lady of Sorrows as Patroness of Slovakia, which had for centuries been exposed to invasions and migrations and severe sufferings (e.g. the Tartars, Turks, and Husites). + From the depths of my misery, I adore Thee and I give Thee thanks. Thy holy Name was invoked over my cradle to be my profession of faith, my plan of action, and the only goal of my earthly pilgrimage. Grant, O most Holy Trinity, that I may ever be inspired by this faith, and may carry out this plan with perseverance, so that, when I have reached the end of my journey upon Earth, I may be able to fix my gaze upon the blessed splendors of Thy glory. Amen + --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Please note that I do not send or open attachments sent to this list. You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Catholics on Fire" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/Catholics-on-Fire May the blessing of Jesus and our Blessed Mother be with you -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
