Mother of Perpetual Help,
you have been blessed and favored by God.
You became not only the Mother of the Redeemer,
but Mother of the redeemed as well.
We come to you today as your loving children.
Watch over us and take care of us.
so take us in your arms.
Be a mother ready at every moment to help us.
and God's mercy is from age to age
on those who love God.
Intercede for us, dear Mother,
in obtaining pardon for our sins,
love for Jesus,
final perseverance,
Mother of Perpetual Help.
linking to
devotees of Mary,
at Rebecca's
I couldn't help but smile about the Mother of Perpetual Help. She reminds me of the mythical Our Lady of Perpetual Responsibility, the Catholic church in Lake Wobegon of "A Prairie Home Companion" fame.
ReplyDeleteyour comment made me smile. I never heard any broadcasts, but my cousin would share about some.
DeleteThis is the prayer candle I have lit in my studio now...
ReplyDeleteMother of Perpetual Help...it is comforting and grounding
and my work is infused with prayer.
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Lisa, that sounds so soothing. I light a candle when I'm praying. It makes for a warm ambience.
Deletethank you!!!
ReplyDeleteA very beautiful icon; I'm very fond of green and you don't see it used that much in iconography.Your prayer is a powerful one for us all.
ReplyDeleteYou know you're right!
DeleteI too love the green of this icon of Mary... and your words are encouraging. It is good to know that Mary is there to help us, whenever we take the time to remember her and ask... thank you Nonnie.
ReplyDeletethank you nonnie. i love your prayer, Mary, and your comment on my post today.
ReplyDeletethank you for the comfort of you.
xo