Tag Archives: United States

Happy Veterans Day

2 Replies

“To love both countries, that of earth below and that of heaven above, yet in such a mode that the love of our heavenly surpass the love of our earthly home, and that human laws be never set above the divine law, is the essential duty of Christians.”

Pope Leo XIII, Sapientiae Christianae (On Christians as Citizens)

Prayer for Veterans

Lord God, Almighty Father, creator of humankind and author of peace, as we are ever mindful of the cost paid for the liberty we possess, we ask you to bless the members of our armed forces. Give them courage, hope and strength. May they ever experience your firm support, gentle love and compassionate healing. Be their power and protector, leading them from darkness to light. To you be all glory, honor and praise, now and forever. Amen.

Immaculate Heart of Mary, Pray for Us!

3 Replies
Immaculate Conception Church in Jamaica, NY on U.S. Flag

By Gloria M. Chang

On this Election Day, let us entrust the nation to Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, the patroness of the United States of America. On May 13, 1846, the Catholic bishops of the United States unanimously proclaimed the Blessed Virgin Mary, under her title of the “Immaculate Conception,” patroness of the United States. Pope Pius IX formally ratified this decision on February 7, 1847, seven years before he officially defined the Immaculate Conception as a formal dogma of the Church. 

Prayer to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

O Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mother of our country, Heavenly beauty and splendor of the Father, we consecrate ourselves to You, our nation, and our leaders, asking for Your guidance, protection, and intercession. Amen.