Prayer Request from Archbishop of Osaka

Sunday, April 3rd, 2011

“…the president of the Japanese bishops, Archbishop Leo Jun Ikenaga, SJ of Osaka, issued the following prayer, requesting its circulation that the church “might all pray in unity” for the victims of the disaster:

Pray for Japan

Merciful God, you never depart from us even in the worst of times; be with us in both our joy and in our sadness. Grant your aid and encouragement to those who suffer in the face of this great calamity. We, too, continue to offer you our prayers and sacrifices for their sake. Bring us with all possible haste to the day when all can live in safety. May all those who have lost their lives in the devastation find peaceful repose in your presence. Mother Mary, pray for us. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.

Tags: Prayer, prayer life, sisters of bon secours, spirituality

3 responses

shanaka -- May 1st, 2011 at 1:58 pm

Pray for my daughter 3 years old
Pray for my wife & my self
Pray for surani,rangika,suranga,thikshana,Annette & rita
Pray for amma,thartha,swendi,malsha &sudesha
My wife, daughter (3 years) and I very often fall sick
Pray for our healthiness your intersection to get through the exam
Pray for me and my sister for the exam.
I am hoping to build a house on my wife’s property .Further I intend to sell my property. I have received a good offer for that. Due to not receiving promotions and stagnated in same position for some time I am trying for new job. Pray for these intentions .Let divine directions come upon me in the name of JUSUS

dowling -- May 16th, 2011 at 10:14 am

We will put you on the prayer list Shanaka. Best wishes for all that you are praying for. May God grant you the graces you most need at this time.

shanaka -- June 27th, 2011 at 8:18 pm

Pray for my new appointment. Father, Jesus and Holy Spirit strengthen me in mind, body and soul to execute my new responsibilities .I pray for my staff that is going to work with me
Pray for my weakness and fears are to fill with god’s love, peace and mercy
I have given a huge target on the branch opening day .let my JESUS open the door to achieve the targets
My wife suffering from gastritis last few days badly .pray for early recovery
My wife, daughter (3 years) and I very often fall sick

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