Devotions: July 2004 Archives

This hymn is the translation of the hymn of Lauds, office of St. Rita, approved by Decree of S.C.R. Nov. 24, 1900. St. Rita is the Patron Saint of the Impossible.

I'm posting various prayers today for the edification of our readers. In the interest of space and general readability of the blog, I'll post most of the prayers as extended entries so you will have to follow the link below to view them.

This one, which St. Patrick had etched on his armor, is usually abridged to include only the second to last stanza.

I have prayer cards with the entire prayer. Email me if you are interested in acquiring one.

O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity! O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!

John was hoping today was Our Lady of Mount Carvel. Alas, is it not.