"A Prayer to Jesus in the Manger" (prayer text below) is a heartfelt Christmas prayer before Christ's nativity scene, where we acknowledge His divinity despite His appearance as a helpless infant. We express gratitude for His sacrifices in Bethlehem and aspire to share in Mary's tenderness, the angels' joy, St. Joseph's faith, and the shepherds' simplicity. Together, we seek spiritual rebirth and the virtues of humility and renunciation, while praying for divine guidance and the peace promised to people of goodwill. *† THE CATHOLIC CRUSADE - A Catholic Prayer Ministry †* View our complete list ..read more

"A Prayer For Advent" (text below) is a beautiful devotion for personal and family prayer throughout the four weeks of Advent, drawing from Isaiah’s message of comfort and hope. As we prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming, this prayer reminds us of God’s tender promise of salvation while inviting heaven’s grace to descend upon us like gentle dew. The prayer weaves together several prophetic passages from the Book of Isaiah. *A Prayer For Advent* Be comforted, be comforted, my people; thy salvation cometh quickly. Why with grief art thou consumed? For sorrow hath stricken thee. I will save the ..read more

"A Thanksgiving Day Prayer For All God's Children" (text below) is a prayer that celebrates the sacred bond of gratitude, reminding us that on Thanksgiving day, whether our tables are filled with family or quiet with solitude, we are all part of God's greater gathering. Through gentle words of faith, this Thanksgiving Day prayer honors both the joy of togetherness and the peace of solitary reflection. *A Thanksgiving Day Prayer For All God's Children* Heavenly Father, on this day of Thanksgiving, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for Your boundless mercy. For the abundance that ..read more

The "Jubilee Prayer" (prayer text below), released by the Vatican for the 2025 Holy Year, is a profound spiritual petition that acknowledges faith as a divine gift and recognizes the Holy Spirit's role in igniting love within believers' hearts. It expresses a deep yearning for God's Kingdom while asking for the grace to actively spread the Gospel message throughout the world. It beautifully captures the transformative power of faith, describing how God's grace can reshape both humanity and creation itself, leading toward the promise of a renewed world where evil is overcome and divine glory re ..read more

The “Miraculous Medal Novena” (prayer text below) is a cherished devotional practice that traces its origins to 1830 in Paris, France, through the mystical experiences of Saint Catherine Labouré. During a profound series of visions, the Virgin Mary appeared to St. Catherine, revealing the design for what would become known as the Miraculous Medal. Through this devotion, faithful Catholics seek Mary’s powerful intercession for various needs, whether spiritual, physical, or emotional. *† THE CATHOLIC CRUSADE - A Catholic Prayer Ministry †* View our complete listing of prayer videos - https://bit ..read more

The "Canticle of Zechariah" (prayer text below), also known as "The Benedictus", is a sacred morning prayer that has been part of the liturgy for centuries. This spoken rendition brings to life the prophetic words of Zechariah rejoicing at the birth of his son, John the Baptist, and prophesying the coming of Christ. Perfect for morning prayer and meditation, Christian study and reflection, learning traditional canticles, and liturgical education. This canticle is based on Luke 1:68-79 and is prayed daily in the Liturgy of the Hours. *Canticle of Zechariah* prayer text Blessed be the Lord, the ..read more

The" Prayer to Our Lady, Mediatrix of All Graces" (prayer text below) beautifully captures our Blessed Mother's unique role as the Mediatrix of All Graces - the one through whom all divine favors flow from God to humanity. It expresses complete trust in her position as both the keeper and dispenser of heavenly graces, portraying her as a mother who not only has access to God's treasury of blessings but also has the tender heart to distribute them to her children in their needs. *Prayer To Our Lady Mediatrix Of All Graces* O heavenly treasure of all graces, Mary, Mother of God and our dear Moth ..read more

The "Padre Pio, My Friend and My Confidant" prayer, composed by The Padre Pio Foundation of America (see link below), is a heartfelt invocation to St. Padre Pio. It expresses a deep personal connection with Padre Pio, addressing him as both a friend and confidant. The prayer likely seeks his intercession, guidance, and spiritual support, reflecting the strong devotion many faithful have towards this modern-day saint known for his piety, spiritual gifts, and compassionate nature. *† THE CATHOLIC CRUSADE - A Catholic Prayer Ministry †* View our complete listing of prayer videos - https://bit.ly ..read more

"The Chaplet for the Dead" (see prayer text below) is a compassionate prayer devotion for the faithful departed. It combines pleas for God's mercy and eternal rest with expressions of faith, hope, and love. Through gentle, repeated invocations, this devotion creates a soothing rhythm that seeks peace for the deceased and consolation for the living. The chaplet reminds those praying of God's endless compassion, the promise of salvation, and the enduring bond between the living and the dead in the embrace of divine love. *† THE CATHOLIC CRUSADE - A Catholic Prayer Ministry †* View our complete l ..read more

This "Novena to St. Teresa of Avila" (prayer text below), a daily novena prayer of the Carmelite Sisters, invokes the intercession of the 16th-century Carmelite mystic, St. Teresa of Avila. The prayer asks for her teachings to inspire a desire for holiness in the faithful and for her intercession to keep them devoted to Christ. Novena Dates: October 6-14 — The novena can also be prayed anytime of the year St. Teresa's Feast: October 15 *† THE CATHOLIC CRUSADE - A Catholic Prayer Ministry †* View our complete listing of prayer videos - https://bit.ly/CatholicPrayerVideos Website, Blog & New ..read more