Why pray the Rosary every day for a year?


Each time the Blessed Virgin has appeared-- whether it be to Saint Bernadette Soubirous at Lourdes; to Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco at Fatima; or to Mariette Beco at Banneux-- she has asserted the importance, saving grace, and power of praying the Holy Rosary on a daily basis. Based upon her words, the Rosary is penance and conversion for sinners, a pathway to peace, an end to war, and a powerful act of faith in Jesus Christ. Pope Paul VI presented the Rosary as a powerful means to reach Christ "not merely with Mary but indeed, insofar as this is possible to us, in the same way as Mary, who is certainly the one who thought about Him more than anyone else has ever done."

To show us how this is done, perhaps no one has been more eloquent than the great Cardinal Newman, who wrote: "The great power of the Rosary consists in the fact that it translates the Creed into Prayer. Of course, the Creed is already in a certain sense a prayer and a great act of homage towards God, but the Rosary brings us to meditate again on the great truth of His life and death, and brings this truth close to our hearts. Even Christians, although they know God, usually fear rather than love Him. The strength of the Rosary lies in the particular manner in which it considers these mysteries, since all our thinking about Christ is intertwined with the thought of His Mother, in the relations between Mother and Son; the Holy Family is presented to us, the home in which God lived His infinite love."


As Mary said at Fatima, "Jesus wants to use you to make Me known and loved. He wishes to establish the devotion to My Immaculate Heart throughout the world. I promise salvation to whoever embraces it; these souls will be dear to God, like flowers put by Me to adorn his throne."



Prayer Requests: July & August

Posted by Jacob


As many of you know, I recently returned from Guatemala (see the lovely Mayan Crucifix, left), where I had the privilege of meeting some incredible families, blessed by the Lord in faith, hope, love, and enduring spirit!  I will be writing more about that trip soon.  In the meantime, I have been trying to "catch up," which has been difficult, so I apologize for the lack of recent posts.

Please join me in praying for the intentions submitted by readers over the past several weeks.  I had over 100 requests awaiting me upon my return!  Together, as a prayer community, we can accomplish great things!







Prayer Requests: July and August

During this month, please join me in lifting the following intentions  submitted through this blog, to Our Lord and Savior, through the intercession of Our Blessed Mother:

Healing for a cancer survivor, financial security, protection of children (C, USA-VA); Financial support for a struggling school (P, India); Successful employment (N, Trinidad & Tobago); Blessings upon a family, freedom from sin (R, USA-CT); For specific intentions of hope and healing (A, Philippines); Reconciliation of relationship between granddaughter and mother (C, USA-NY); Successful employment (A, India); Healing of a mother post-surgery (L, USA-PA); Hearts of hope and faith (N, Switzerland); Repose of soul of husband, financial security (R, USA-CA); Success in job and business (B, Ireland); Healing of a mother and the ill (R, Philippines); Blessed custody arrangement, family harmony (I, USA-CA); Blessings upon a family, healing, hope (S, USA-NJ); For Catholic parishioners in Lesotho (T, Lesotho); Healing, strength, confidence for a daughter (J, Australia); Financial security, health and safety (M, Philippines); Employment and financial security (C, Nigeria); Healing, children blessed by God (M, Lesotho); Successful studies and employment for daughter, freedom from anxiety and worries (M&C, United Kingdom); Successful employment, financial security (R, Cameroon); Freedom from mental illness and anxiety, marriage blessed by God (M, Denmark); Blessings upon a Catholic school (K, USA-MT); Healing of a wife’s eyesight (R, USA-NV); For healing (R, USA-MD); Successful employment, financial security (K, South Africa); Successful employment, financial security (I, USA-FL); Financial security and health for a family (D, USA-PA); Blessings upon a marriage, financial security (N, USA-MI); Conversion of a husband (B, United Kingdom); Successful employment, financial security (J, USA-NY); Blessings of children (M, USA-CT); Healing of a brain tumor (J, United Kingdom); End to family distress (I, India); Blessings upon a family (S, USA-TX); Financial security (D, India); Employment of husband (B, United Kingdom); Healing of arthritis and diabetes (I, Zimbabwe); Safety and protection of a son (M, USA-VT); Blessings and guidance (E, USA-NY); Successful employment, financial security (G, USA-OR); Health, blessings, and financial security (M, USA-CA); Healing and discernment (M, USA-TX); Peace and reconciliation of family, discernment in vocation (G, Uganda); Freedom from addiction (F, Australia); Healing of a relationship with mother (L, India); Blessings upon a parish family (A, USA-FL); Successful local employment (K, Ireland); Blessings upon a family (J, Brazil); The Lord’s mercy upon a father (J, USA-NY); Financial security, successful business (R, India); Healing of many, financial security (D, United Kingdom); For a family to heed the Lord’s will (B, USA-MA); Successful employment, financial security (R, USA-LA); Healing and comfort (M, India); Location of lost important items (J, Philippines); Relationship blessed by God (M, Philippines); Healing on a family, deeper relationship with Christ (G, Philippines); Freedom from addiction, healing, blessings upon a relationship (T, USA-CO); Repose of souls (M, USA-NJ); Blessings and healing upon children (S, USA-NY); Blessings and healing for a family (B, France); Successful studies and examinations (A, Philippines); Healing for a family (A, Philippines); Healing of a family, healing of the mentally ill (B, USA-MA); Relationship blessed by God (C, Philippines); Successful sale of home (T, Canada); Blessings upon a family (L, Nigeria); Relationship blessed by the Lord (M, India); Successful fundraising for academics, health of aging parents (E, Kenya); Deepening relationship with God, blessings and conversion for children and grandchildren (P, USA-CA); Healing, protection, guidance, security for a family (J, Nepal); Blessings upon a family, employment, children (C, United Arab Emirates); Blessings and a positive attitude (A, Qatar); Discernment regarding religious life (M, Ghana); Healing from cancer, blessings upon a relationship (O, Ireland); Successful academic studies (J, England); Financial security, healing and guidance (P, Uganda); Healing and an end to addiction (D, India); Blessings from God on relationships, healing, strength (R, USA-NJ); Reconciliation of a relationship (L, India); Success in occupational and academic pursuits (C, Philippines); Resolution of legal difficulties (R, India).

Pre-Mission Prayer Requests & Guatemalan Rosary Construction

Posted by Jacob

I leave this evening for my week-long trip to the Guatemalan highlands to serve those in need, build our international Catholic community of faith, and distribute some of the reader-donated Rosaries that I have been able to repair:




... as well as some of the mission-style Rosaries built by our Rosary Construction Mission (and funded by your donations!):



I humbly ask that you pray for myself and my travelling companions during our week of prayer, service, and community!


Prayer Requests:  July

While I am travelling, please join me in lifting the following intentions  submitted through this blog, to Our Lord and Savior, through the intercession of Our Blessed Mother:

For love; Professional advancement (O, United Kingdom); Healing of a grandmother, academic success (O, Nigeria); Protection, sale or property, true conversion (E, Oman); Healing and recovery (A, Philippines); For a sister to find employment (P, South Africa); Reunification of a son and family (T, USA); Blessings upon children, successful employment (C, Philippines); Successful conception, financial security, true conversion, love (P, USA-PA); For a son suffering with mental illness (B, USA); For an end to depression (B, United Kingdom); Health, protection, Successful employment, A relationship blessed by God (K, Spain); Successful resolution of a difficult situation for son (M, USA-OH); Safety and protection during travels (A, USA-MN); Repose of a departed wife’s soul, financial security, strength and courage (J, USA-CA); Healing of an ill father (M, USA-TX).

Prayer Requests: June and (early) July

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This summer has been incredibly busy with travel, and as such, it has been difficult to keep up with posting prayer requests.  While I read them all as they arrived in my inbox, I haven't had the time to list them until now.  Please join me in praying for these more than 100 requests that arrived during the month of June and early July.

Prayer Requests: June and early July

During this month, please join me in lifting the following intentions  submitted through this blog, to Our Lord and Savior, through the intercession of Our Blessed Mother:

Healing of a brother-in-law (E, Canada); For a granddaughter experiencing mental health challenges (A, Canada); Healing of a father and father-in-law (R, Philippines); Peace and continued productivity (P, India); Success for a recently employed son (S, USA-NE); Health and success for children (E, Oman); Successful training and employment (R, Liechtenstein); Healing and protection for a family (K, USA-MD); Grace and conception (J, Nigeria); Successful employment (S, USA-TX); Healing and protection (J, USA-NY);  Confidence, joy, trust, peace, and healing in the Lord (A, USA-MA); Successful employment (A, India); Healing, end to addiction, successful studies, occupational success (M, Australia); Successful employment (R, India); Health and healing, successful studies and employment, financial security (B, Nigeria); Health and healing (T, USA-NY); True conversion (J, United Arab Emirates); Improved family relationships, successful studies for children (A, Philippines); Healing and good health (T, USA); Successful employment (K, USA-MI); True conversion, end of suffering and addiction, healing and health, repose of souls (J, USA-NY); Successful sponsorship for travels (J, Philippines); Healing, health, prosperity, luck (D, Canada); Health, healing, end to suffering (C, USA-MO); Reconciliation of relationship, conception (B, Canada); Successful employment (B, Australia); Successful employment (P, Australia); Financial security (D, India); Safety, security, success, peace, hope, love for a family (M, United Kingdom); Reconciliation of relationship (K, India); Protection, safety, health, and prosperity (H, Philippines); Financial security (P, Sri Lanka); Healing of a chronically ill son, financial security (K, USA-NY); Successful employment for husband, peace and protection for family (B, USA-IL); Occupational success for son (S, India); Blessings upon children and family (B, USA-NY); Successful employment, blessed relationships, healing of depression (Z, Canada); Healing and deliverance (K, USA-FL); Relationship blessed by God (B, India); Occupational success and continued employment (C, USA-FL); Marriage blessed by the Lord (I, Australia); Successful employment for a daughter (M, USA-SC); Employment for a husband (N, Philippines); Healing and success in occupational endeavors (L, Canada); For the repose of the departed, for peace in the world (D, USA-HI); Health for a family (S, India); Healing and peace (O, Nigeria); Successful employment for husband (S, USA-FL); Healing, grace, education, and guidance (L, USA-CT); Successful employment for friend abroad, safety, protection (A, India); Protection and safe return of a husband (J, USA-CA); For guidance during faith journey and conversion (K, USA-MI); End to an abusive relationship (D, USA); Successful employment (G, USA-CA); Blessings, prosperity, health, security (S, Indonesia); Healing and comfort (I, USA-CA); Blessings upon a family, healing and good health (M, Philippines); True conversion (R, India); Blessings upon a pregnant daughter (R&C, USA-NC); Protection and guidance for son (L, USA-IL); Recovery of lost articles, occupational success (R, India).

May (and early June) Prayer Requests

Posted by Jacob


While I have been travelling, it has been difficult to keep up with posting prayer requests.  While I read them all as they arrived in my inbox, I haven't had the time to list them until now.  Please join me in praying for these more than 100 requests that arrived during the month of May.

Prayer Requests: May & early June

During this month, please join me in lifting the following intentions  submitted through this blog, to Our Lord and Savior, through the intercession of Our Blessed Mother:

To find a loving, Catholic life partner (E, Nigeria);  Healing of a husband, approval of a visa, reunification (K, Philippines); Blessings upon a marriage (D, India); For successful job search, for respect in work (K, USA-IA); Blessings upon children, parents, and staff of school facing closure due to insufficient funding (M, USA-NY); Relief and healing from chronic headaches (C, Taiwan); Healing of eyesight (G, Australia); For ordained priests celebrating the anniversary of their ordination (E, USA-IA); For a solution to problems (B, Germany); For healing of a mother (K, Australia); In praise for the return of a lost son (D, USA-MA); For the repose of a mother’s soul, for peace from grief, for restoration of sibling relationships, for success in real estate, for all those in need (J, USA-WI); For success as a teacher (M, England); Conversion of loved ones, repose of a departed brother’s soul (I, USA-CT); Resolution to a financial and legal situation (E, USA-WI); Safety while traveling (C, Hong Kong); Peace, blessings, and healing on family and loved ones (A, Philippines); Finding a loving, blessed mate (T, USA-IL);  Thanksgiving for blessings upon a family (M, United Kingdom); Successful employment, completion of dissertation, healing of heart, blessings upon family (C, USA-TX); Healing of breast cancer (H, USA-PA); Employment for a son, understanding, conversion (S, USA-CO); Healing of a son, vocational discernment (J, Nigeria); Successful employment for a son (M, USA-NY); Reconciliation with husband (M, Canada); Blessings and spiritual guidance upon a son (B, Nigeria);  Blessings upon a son seeking vocation (M, USA); For a sister unable to conceive (T, USA-AK); Employment of son, real estate success (D, India); Repose of souls (R, USA-CA); Blessings upon a parish fundraising project (S, Philippines); Financial security, good health, repose of departed souls (F, Philippines); Healing, protection, and blessings upon a family (C, USA-MA); Blessings and increased devotion (R, USA-TX); Career direction for a son (P, Australia); Successful employment and freedom from addiction (A, India); Successful conception, healing (R, Kuwait); For a daughter’s growth in the Lord (E, USA-FL); Blessings and spiritual growth for a family, children, and grandchildren (N, Belize); For love, prosperity, business success (O, Kenya); Successful occupational progression Q, USA-NJ); Healing of depression and anxiety, for those suffering from mental illness (I, Ireland); For a grandson with behavioral and emotional challenges (M, USA-AK); Peace and return to vocation for a seminarian (M, Philippines); Mothering that mirrors Our Blessed Mother, successful employment (M&JP, Ireland); Grace, mercy, success in occupation (F, USA-FL); Children’s’ return to faith, successful employment (J, Ireland); Successful employment for a husband (E, Switzerland); Successful immigration (P, Australia); Approval of visas to travel (K, India); Successful visa acquisition (M, Belarus); For successful ministry, return of sons to the Church, health of friend (P, Canada); Healing and deliverance (C, Italy); Successful employment, freedom from affliction and poverty (E, Nigeria); Successful employment, health of a mother (C, USA-FL); Successful employment (B, India); Conversion of a sister (S, USA-NJ); Healing and recovery of an ill daughter (P, France); Reunification with a friend (E, USA-NY); Blessings and healing (W, United Arab Emirates); Successful employment, finding a Catholic wife (B, Uganda); Divine healing (J, Nigeria); Blessings, healing, protection, dignity and respect (R, India); Successful employment for a husband, for unborn child (M, USA-LA); For security and safety of a sister, for health of a brother caregiver (C, USA-NJ); Successful studies for son, healing of a mother (M, India); Guidance in actions and decision-making (C, Ireland); Healing of a husband, successful employment for husband and wife, blessings upon son (A, South Africa); Successful employment (A, India); For a school and family (P, Kenya); Physical healing, confidence, successful employment (N, England); For financial and housing security (C, India).

December Prayer Reqeusts

Posted by Jacob

Greetings, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!

As 2012 draws to a close, please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by during the month of December.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer:


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)





Restoration of a relationship, protection of an unborn baby (E, United Arab Emirates); Healing and freedom from pain for a child afflicted with a skin disorder (M, USA-DE);  Freedom from anxiety, healing, protection, financial assistance for a family (M, United Arab Emirates); End to addiction, healing of a mental health issue, grace in a relationship (G, United Kingdom); countless blessings and healing in the Lord, for true conversion, faith, humility, love, and submission, for hope (E, United Kingdom); Successful employment, hope (J, USA-AZ); Blessings and healing of a mental illness (A, USA-NY);  Protection and health of unborn twins (J, USA-VA); Healing of a relationship, trust in the Lord (K, USA-NY); Healing of a kidney and colon condition (J, USA-AZ);  Healing of a mental illness, blessings upon a relationship (L, USA-CA); Safe return of a son in the military (M, USA-MA);  Financial assistance (P, India); Renewed hope, trust, and faith in the Lord (P, India); Healing of a sick husband, protection and blessings upon a family (S, India); Healing of depression (B, United Kingdom); Safe return of military personnel overseas (B, USA-CT); Successful business enterprise, financial assistance (C, Nigeria); Blessings upon a family, successful employment (D, USA-WA); Blessings upon a couple and unborn child, end to addiction, return to the faith (M, Italy); Healing of a granddaughter, blessings upon a family (A, USA-MA); Healing of a brother (A, USA-VA); Healing of a marriage (D, USA-NM); For renewed faith, commitment to praying the Holy Rosary (G, USA-MA); For those that labor in service to the Lord (P, USA-SC); Urgent needs (L, United Kingdom); Healing of a sister’s relationship and difficult work situation (J, Canada); Blessings of children, healing of a sister, protection of a family (C, United Arab Emirates); Hearing of prayers, blessings of the Lord (A, Canada); Blessings upon a marriage and children (N, USA-CO); Repose of the departed, forgiveness (R, United Kingdom); Blessings and healing upon a marriage (M, United Kingdom); Healing of a brain condition (J, United Kingdom); For a terminally ill mother, for comfort for her caregivers (M, USA-CA); Hope in the Lord, financial assistance, blessings upon a home (N, Uganda); Strength to end a bad habit (P, USA-PA); Health, healing, financial security, specific intentions (A, Philippines); Blessings upon sons (A, Philippines); Blessings upon a marriage, financial security (M, USA-CA); For blessings upon a relationship, for renewed faith (M, USA-DC); Blessings upon a grandchild and family (D, Canada); Healing of a mother, employment of a friend (M, Philippines); Healing of family members, successful studies for a daughter, end to husband’s addiction (S, India). 

"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

November Prayer Requests

Posted by Jacob

Greetings, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!

I hope this post finds you well.  Thank you to all of you who continue to submit prayer requests-- as you can see from the list below, the number of requests continues to increase on a daily basis!

Special thanks to those of you who have recently made donations to the Rosary-construction cause.  While I haven't posted about this in a while, rest assured that we are still constructing Holy Rosaries to provide both to international missions and American military personnel on active duty.  Your donations allow us to continue this important work!  Thanks and God Bless you.  (Of course, given the economic climate, if you are unable to offer a donation, please keep this mission in your prayers!)

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by during the month of November.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer:

"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)




Hope and healing of those affected by RSD (S, Canada);  Justice for a wrongly imprisoned cousin (M, USA-TX);  Healing of a husband, guidance for leaders of America (A, USA-DE);  Employment for a son, peace for a widow, financial security (M, United Arab Emirates);  Health and healing for an ill mother (V, India); Successful legal proceedings (C, Philippines);  Health and healing upon a couple trying to conceive (V, India);  Career success for daughters, souls in Purgatory, health and healing following surgery (M&C, United Kingdom); Healing upon a husband, blessings upon a daughter (S, India);  Health and healing, successful chemotherapy (W, Singapore);  Financial security (B, Ireland); Freedom from depression (B, England); Successful employment (K, USA-TX);  True conversion and homecoming in Christ (A, USA-TX);  Healing of a brother, hope for a family (H, India); Healing of a sister with mental health issues (R, USA-TX);  Hope and healing, stronger relationship with the Lord (T, Jamaica); Successful employment for a husband (B, USA-CA); Successful employment (D, USA-AZ); True conversion, increased faith (C, USA-GA); Healing of father, brother, and nephews (E, Zimbabwe); Successful employment (R, USA-MI); Prayer of thanksgiving for good health (A, USA-NJ); Return of children to the faith (D, USA); Health and healing (A, India); Resolution to a legal situation, successful employment (B, South Africa); Successful employment, financial security (F, Malaysia); Health and healing, hope in the Lord (N, India); Discernment in the will of God, growth, career success (D, USA-NJ); Healing for mother, father and siblings; resolution of legal proceedings for son, peace and hope in the Lord (C, USA-TX); Successful employment, financial security, freedom from anxiety (R, USA-TX);  Blessings of children upon a marriage, employment for a brother (C, United Arab Emirates); Employment for children, health and healing (J&S, South Africa); Resolution of living difficulties, peace (T, USA-WA); Resolution of family difficulties (M, Philippines); Health and hope for a sick daughter (M, Ireland); Healing of a marriage and family (P, Ireland); Discernment, God-directed service to others (Y, USA-NV); End to addiction (G, United Kingdom); Unity in faith (N, Australia); Employment for family members, health and healing (F, Kenya); Health, healing, peace, happiness, and hope (C, USA-NE); Financial security to participate in holy pilgrimage (M, Canada); Resolution of multi-generational family difficulties (D, India); Blessings on a family (A, India); Conversion of souls, Employment (J, USA-OH); Healing of cancer (M, USA-NY); Healing of a friendship (D, Malaysia); Successful resolution of legal proceedings, financial security (M, India); Healing of a mother with cancer (E, India); Healing of a couple following son’s death (B&C, USA-OH); For a daughter’s intention (L, USA-FL); Successful resolution to a legal situation (R, Kuwait); Guidance on a foreign mission (T, Hungary); Healing of hearing problem (S, Mauritius); Hope, healing, repose of souls, vocational assistance (H, Philippines).

"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

October Prayer Requests, News, and Updates

Posted by Jacob

Greetings, Brothers and Sisters in Christ!

I hope this post finds you well.  Thank you to all of you who continue to submit prayer requests-- as you can see from the list below, the number of requests continues to increase on a daily basis!  During October, so many prayer requests came in, we actually experienced difficulties with the request form (too many requests at one time)!  Many apologies to any of you who attempted to submit requests, but were unsuccessful due to technical issues!

Special thanks to those of you who have recently made donations to the Rosary-construction cause.  While I haven't posted about this in a while, rest assured that we are still constructing Holy Rosaries to provide both to international missions and American military personnel on active duty.  Your donations allow us to continue this important work!  Thanks and God Bless you.  (Of course, given the economic climate, if you are unable to offer a donation, please keep this mission in your prayers!)

Lastly, I apologize for my absence over the past month.  Personally, it has been a difficult month-- I found myself unemployed after 10 years with the same company.  I am pleased to say that through the grace of God, I have secured steady work, but it was an anxiety-filled month.  I appreciate your continued support and prayers!

God bless you all,
jacob


Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by during the month of October.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer:

"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)



Healing from cancer (D, USA-TX);  Healing for a homeless son, end to addiction (A, USA-TN);  Blessings upon a family, Successful employment, Success in studies (F, India);  Blessings and healing, to walk again (M, Ireland);  To find a loving partner, safe travels (B, United Kingdom); Financial security (J, Oman); Blessings and continued service (I, USA-CA); Healing for an ill neighbor (R, India);  For the oratory of Saint Pacifus (M, USA); Courage and discernment to follow spiritual path, peace for family (T, United Kingdom);  Healing of a friend who suffered a stroke (A, Belize); Blessings and reconciliation for a relationship (C, USA-NY); Healing of a husband (P, USA-MD); Financial security, occupational success (F, Malaysia);  Healing of a brother with cancer, family unity (M, USA-PA); Freedom from addictions, Conversion of a family (R, USA-NC); Success in studies and occupation (J, USA-NC);  Successful employment, grace to be a good father (L, Zimbabwe); Healing of a father, reconciliation of a relationship (M, USA-AZ);  Ability and grace to conceive for daughter (C, USA-MI); Occupational success, improved finances (P, India); Health upon family, safety for the Philippines, reconciliation of relationship (L, Philippines); Successful employment (A, United Arab Emirates);  Healing of a son with heart disease, successful travel and immigration (N, United Kingdom); Successful international study (E, Ghana);  Healing of a daughter’s eyes and vision (P, USA-TN); True conversion and strengthening of faith (M, Malaysia);  Successful driving test (A, Japan);  Healing, financial security, occupational success, protection (M, India); Successful employment and continued hope (F, Philippines);  Financial security, healing of a daughter with mental health issues (L, USA-MN);  Success in studies (M, Germany); Successful studies, guidance in finding a partner (M, Philippines); Financial assistance, healing of a relationship with a husband (M, Argentina);  Healing of a mother with cancer (N, USA-NM);  Conversion of a friend (M, Italy);  Healing of mental illness (R, Canada);  Healing of cancer, strength and hope (R, USA-IL);  Freedom from addiction for a son, academic success (S, India); Closer relationship with the Lord, healing of a relationship (I, USA); Blessings upon a marriage (S, Malaysia); Healing of leg sores (M, USA-CO); Blessings upon a relationship (A, Canada); Healing, freedom from anxiety and fear (Anonymous, United Kingdom); Successful business transactions (N, Nigeria);  Healing of a grandmother and granddaughter (L, Philippines); Financial security, passing of examinations, good health (F, Philippines); Restoration of family relationships, repose of departed souls, protection, health (H, Philippines); Blessings upon a struggling relationship, successful employment (E, Philippines); Financial success for a new business venture (F, Canada); Physical healing, financial security, reconciliation of a family, safe travels (T, Philippines); Successful resolution to a legal matter, peace in a family (F, India); Financial security, protection and strength (G, USA-CA);  Health for twin sons (G, USA-NY); Blessings upon a daughter, safe travels and successful employment, discernment in finding a Godly relationship (L, Philippines); Healing of a mother, brother, and uncle, successful employment (V, India); Successful employment for husband, academic guidance for son, end to work difficulties (B, USA-CA); Perseverance (E, USA-NY); Guidance in sons’ lives, end to addiction, good health (L, USA-NJ); Blessings upon a family, completion of a home, freedom from fear and anxiety (T, India);  Healing of a grandson with cancer (M, USA-CA);  Conversion, healing of mental health issues, end to addiction, discernment in relationships and vocation (A, USA-VT); Healing of cancer (M, USA-NY);  For a son’s employment and health, financial security, health (M, United Arab Emirates);  Financial security, health and safety, courage to follow God’s will (E, USA-NM);  Companionship (M, Greece); Blessings upon a new family (M, Malaysia);  For guidance in preparation of a retreat, blessings upon a family, discernment (K, USA-OH);  Healing of cancer (H, Philippines);  Healing of a stroke (J, USA-CT);  Financial security, successful employment (A, USA-FL); Financial blessings, peaceful living situation (L, USA-NY);  Protection and conversion, guidance in relationships, financial freedom (K, Algeria);  Successful conception, health, and hope (L, Spain);  Resolution of a legal situation, financial security (M, India);  Healing of a marriage (J, USA-MA); End to bad habits (P, USA-PA);  Resolution of misunderstandings, healing of phobia, companionship and peace (L, USA-CA); Financial security (J, USA-HI); Healing of a couple mourning their child, financial security (B, USA-OH);  Blessings upon a relationship (P, India);  Blessings and healing, financial security (M, India);  Occupational success, healing of relationships (V, India);  Blessings upon sister and family (T, India); Successful employment (J, Philippines);  Healing, strength, and peace (F, South Africa); Healing (B, United Arab Emirates); Successful delivery of child, employment for husband, end to financial woes (W, United Arab Emirates); Successful employment, financial security (S, India);  Academic success for daughter (M, Singapore); Blessings upon a marriage of 18 years (S, Malaysia); Conversion, hope and healing, personal intentions, repose of souls (A, Philippines); Healing of relationship with son (J, India); Successful employment for son, academic success for daughter (R, USA-PA); Healing of a husband, safety of family, blessings upon relationship (S, India); True conversion and love for God (R, USA-NB);  Healing, financial security (D, USA-CA); Healing and peace for a daughter with autism (S, Australia); Health and healing, repose of the departed, those struggling with addiction (N, Ireland);  Health, healing, financial security (M, USA-TX); Improved communication in relationships, blessings upon marriage (F, Mauritius); Blessings upon a daughter (N, Philippines); Academic success (L, India); Financial security, health and healing (C, Philippines); Academic success, freedom from anxiety (M, USA-AZ); Health and healing (W, Singapore).


"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Prayer Requests: August & September

Posted by Jacob


Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past month.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)





Husband’s safety and release from imprisonment (E, Australia); For healing of a mother and son, for the repose of the dearly departed (A, Denmark); Personal intentions (L, USA-VA); Personal intentions, guidance, health, hope (F, Philippines); Financial and occupational success (N, India); Healing and hope for an addicted family member (R, USA-CA); Protection of a family (J, Australia); Conversion (K, USA-OH); Healing of a marriage (B, India); Healing of an illness (C, Philippines); Resolution of legal difficulties (M, USA-IL); Healing upon a family and son (R, Philippines); Hope and peace for a family, healing of the diseased and blind (A, India); Protection and deliverance, financial success, repose of the departed souls (H, Philippines); Blessings upon a relationship (F, Malaysia); For a brother’s success in employment and finding a home (C, United Arab Emirates); Healing of a friend’s marriage (J, India); Freedom from addiction for a daughter (F, USA-CA); For the repose of a departed mother (J, USA-NY); Healing of a relationship (E, Philippines); Blessings upon a relationship (N, India); Financial assistance, healing of dental and hearing problems (M, Ireland); Blessings upon a devoted servant of God on her golden jubilee (A, India); For blessings upon children, reconciliation of relationships (D, USA-AZ); For blessings upon a relationship, citizenship and stability (A, Nigeria); Hope (J, Taiwan); Protection of children, healing of bullies (N, USA-NY); Personal intentions, healing and hope (K, USA-MD); Financial assistance, for friends struggling in business (P, Ireland); For an incarcerated brother (Y, India); Prayers for a family (M, India); For guidance and hope during a pilgrimage (A, Sri Lanka); Healing of a throat condition (M, USA-CA); Successful resolution to a legal situation, strength (T, Philippines); For healing of a wife’s condition (D, USA-TX); For an ill father, and those who care for him (D, USA-NY); Success in meeting a partner for a loving, God-fearing relationship (A, India); Healing of a chronic, painful condition (R, Philippines); Blessings and healing upon an aunt (M, India); Successful marriage, blessings upon a family, occupational assistance (T, India); Relationship success, economic freedom (V, Nigeria); Blessings upon children, improvement of relationships (I, USA-MD); The blessing of children (I, India); Patience and understanding for a family in a disagreement (D, India); Honesty in a relationship (M, Ireland); Blessings upon a daughter in medical school (M, Malaysia); Blessings upon pregnant wife and twins (J, USA-VA); Healing of a lung condition (T, USA-NC); Acceptance and support (A, Saudi Arabia);  For economic assistance, blessings upon family, end to legal difficulties (A, Philippines); Healing of a marriage, relationships with daughters (D, USA-CA); For a wayward son, for financial and economic security (C, USA-TX); Financial assistance, recovery of husband from stroke, promotion for daughter (S, Philippines); Successful examinations (L, Japan); Financial assistance for a mission, guidance in proclaiming the Gospel (E, Philippines); Land to build a house, blessed marriage (Y, Uganda); Healing of an ill mother (M, USA-CA); Financial security, employment for daughter, healing of mental illness (L, USA-MN); Personal intentions (M, Philippines); Continued spiritual development (L&E, Australia); Healing of a marriage (N, England); Guidance in finding a partner (P, USA-CA); Economic assistance (P, USA-MA); Healing of a brother with an addiction (M, USA-NY); Healing of a wife with chronic illness (J, India); Healing of cancer from a public servant (M, USA-NY); Healing of a daughter (P, Canada); Healing of deafness (M, India); Blessing and guidance upon mother, husband, and son (P, India); Good health for parents (A, USA-NY); Job security (T, South Africa); Guidance in relationship (M, Haiti); Financial and occupational assistance (M, Canada); Healing of chronic ear condition (B, England); Healing of a family (D, USA-CA); Resolution of sister’s legal difficulties (O, Nigeria).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

"Vacation" Prayer Requests (July/ August)

Posted by Jacob


Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)




Healing of marriage, family, true conversion (J, Kenya); For hope (G, Ireland); For healing of specific individuals (R, USA-TX); Healing of a relationship and family (S, India); Healing of mental illness, healing of cancer (S, unknown); Safety for a friend traveling in a dangerous region, successful medical tests (P, USA-NC); True conversion (P, USA-CA); Financial stability, successful employment, healing of a relationship (M, Philippines); Healing upon two sisters (M, USA-IN); Strengthening of a relationship, end to financial difficulties, blessings upon a new home (A, USA-VA); Healing of a relationship, restoration of hope (M, India); Peace and consolation (E, India); Healing, protection, conversion of a prodigal son (S, USA-TX); Healing of a husband following surgery (C, India); Conversion and victory over temptation for sons (E, USA-NY); For specific, personal requests (H, India); Healing, for conversion of children and call to the faith, for priests who humbly serve the flock of Christ (I, Australia); Healing of depression, healing of husband’s addiction (G, United Kingdom); Strengthening of relationship, blessing of children (C, United Arab Emirates); Successful employment (L, USA-NY); Health and protection for a family (F, Zambia); Job security (J, USA-PA); Restoration of a relationship (M, India); Healing, conversion, and hope for those contemplating suicide (S, Ireland); Financial security (P, Malaysia); Healing and protection for a family (J, USA-NJ); Returning of lent belongings (K, India); Healing, hope, and protection for a family (C, Ireland); For end to legal and financial difficulties, for family health (B, USA-CA); For financial security (V, Canada); Blessings upon a relationship, removal of obstacles (A, India); Financial security, physical healing (J, Oman); Blessings upon a family, mental, physical, and spiritual healing (T, United Kingdom); Physical, emotional, and spiritual healing upon a family (B, England); Blessings upon a marriage (J, Seychelles Islands); For a blessed union (N, India); Healing and health (P, Philippines); Successful employment which glorifies the Lord (K, Uganda); Successful employment, career advancement (M, USA-FL); Occupational and financial security (J, Philippines); Blessings upon a desire to serve the Lord (R, India); For blessings upon Canada and the government (T, Canada); Blessings upon those traveling to the Holy Land (P, Uganda); End to depression (B, England); Blessings and healing upon a daughter preparing for her wedding (F, India); Healing of a husband and wife (M, USA-OH); Blessings upon a family, financial security, success of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land (H, Uganda); Financial assistance (E, Dominica-West Indies); Personal intentions (I, India); Financial security, spiritual growth, peace throughout Ghana (B, Ghana); Healing of a sister (N, Philippines); Guidance in career, successful employment (F, Malaysia); Restoration of a relationship (D, Philippines); Blessings upon a relationship (M, Philippines); Healing and hope of a family, Healing of cancer (V, England); Financial security, grace, and peace for siblings (O, Nigeria); Health for a handicapped child, successful employment for younger siblings (C, India); Restoration of a relationship, financial security, true conversion (R, India); Healing of a sister with brain hemorrhage (R, USA-PA); Financial security for a business (P, USA); Successful employment (K, USA-DC); Conversion of husband and children, for nephew in rehab, for specific intentions (I, USA-TX); Blessings and healing upon mother and husband (R, India); Successful employment (G, Philippines); Resolution to difficulties at work (N, USA-NJ); Conversion of a congregation, successful healing of cancer (Fr. A, India); True conversion for a family (J, USA-LA); Healing of a chronic condition (L, India); Healing and home for friends and family (L, Sri Lanka); Healing of a daughter with breast cancer (C, USA-MD); Healing of a relationship, successful employment (S, India); Healing of a mother, grace of a family (P, India); Change in the world, true conversion (B, USA-LA); Personal intentions (H, Philippines); Successful completion of examination (M, Philippines); For healing of family and friends (F, Philippines); Personal blessings (K, India); Healing of a family (H, Kenya); Healing of a family and son (M, USA-CA); Grace and blessing of conception (L, USA-TX); For healing, for improved family relationships, for safety and protection, for financial security (M, USA-MD); Healing of chronic condition (X, India); Successful employment, financial security (R, USA-CO); Financial security to build a home (F, India); Conversion of parents to Catholic faith (B, USA-TN); Personal intentions (E, USA-KY).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

"Vacation" Prayer Requests, July

Posted by Jacob

During the month of July, I will be away from my computer on vacation.  While I will not be able to frequently post, I will continue to receive and lift all requests in prayer, during my daily Rosary... I just may not be able to respond immediately.


Have a safe and blessed July!


Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)





Healing of a heart condition, transfer from difficult work placement (F, India);  Resolution to legal problems, reunification of a family (M, USA-NY);  Safety and protection for a son serving in the Marines (C, USA-IL);  For safe delivery of a child, for physical and mental health of mother and infant (A, Philippines); Healing from chronic condition, peace (M, USA-MD);  Resolution of a difficult family situation (E, USA-NY);  Healing upon an inmate, conversion to the faith (T, USA-SC);  End to depression, healing for a family financial assistance (M, Argentina);  Health and healing, financial assistance (H, Canada); Healing of a relationship (M, India);  Healing of a tumor (L, USA-NY);  Healing of a mother with cancer, peaceful repose of a father (E, Philippines);  Successful surgery and healing of a wife (A, USA-NY);  Healing of memory loss for father, health for daughter (T, USA-CA);  Successful recovery of a lost mentally ill individual (T, USA-NJ);  For grace in the spiritual direction of others (C, USA-MO);  Health and safety for a pregnant woman and child (V, Namibia);  Restoration of a relationship, healing of a mother with cancer (S, India);  Blessings upon a relationship (K, Serbia);  For the mental health of a daughter, that she may receive the assistance needed (D, USA-FL);  For a son struggling with mental illness (C, Finland);  For successful employment, financial assistance, and fulfillment for an unemployed brother (H, United Arab Emirates);  Spiritual, emotional, and financial liberation (C, Philippines);  Healing of physical and mental illnesses (H, USA-IN);  Blessings upon a family (C, Ireland);  True conversion for a family (A, USA-CO).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Friday Prayer Requests, June 22

Posted by Jacob

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)




For improved prayer life, for the faith of a parish, for the ill (B, Singapore);   For strength, for healing of a relationship (M, Ireland);  For healing of serious illness (J, United Kingdom);   For a son experiencing difficulties, that he may be healed (M, USA-NY);  For healing upon a family (M, India);  For multiple intentions, including health, occupational, and financial (S, Australia);  For good mental health, continued relationship with the Lord, and safekeeping of a home (V, USA-AL);  For a nephew battling addiction, for strained family relationships, for true conversion and healing of a family (A, India);  For successful employment, for a relationship blessed by the Lord (N, India);  Successful employment, financial security (J, Ghana); Grace of God to fill life and overcome flaws (R, USA-VA);  Help for a family in financial trouble, freedom from anxiety and depression (B, Ireland);  Career success (R, USA-NY);  For curing of a serious blood disorder, comfort for a niece who lost her husband (M, USA-IL);  Blessings upon a ministry and school, for health, healing, peace, protection, and for someone battling with addiction and mental illness (B, USA-AL);  Blessings and healing upon husband, brother, son, and family (B, USA-CA);  For faculty and students at school, that they be filled with patience and understanding (E, England);  Successful employment, grace and strength (B, USA-MA); For personal intentions (C, USA-GA).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Friday Prayer Requests, June 15

Posted by Jacob

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)

Financial blessings upon a family (A, USA-CA); Successful occupational and academic placements for a family moving between countries (S, India); Healing of a marriage and strained family relationships (J, Kenya); For a son in period of vocational discernment (A, USA-MD);  For blessings and financial favor for family and friends (S, USA-MO); For a friend suffering from addiction (S, Canada); For a friend dealing with grief and bereavement (J, Norway);  Specific prayer intentions (J, Malta); Blessings and healing upon a son (M, USA-NY);  Successful completion of education (U, Nigeria);  Successful acceptance in the army (U, Norway); End to sadness, protection for home (S, India); Health, safety, and blessings for family and friends (M, Philippines); Blessings and healing upon a strained relationship (K, Serbia); Healing upon a relationship (M, USA-ND);  Healing upon a husband and a relationship (R, India).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Friday Prayer Requests, June 8

Posted by Jacob

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)

 

Blessings, healing, financial favor, safety, and protection (E, Indonesia);  Blessings upon a relationship and marriage (S, India);  For an ill baby (M, unknown); For career success, humility, and obedience for a son (S, India); Health and financial blessings for a family (E, USA-FL);  For financial/occupational success for a son, for vocational discernment (S, Canada);  Blessings and physical healing for daughters (L, New Zealand); Healing for a father recovering from surgery (N, India); For a couple struggling in their relationship, for a soldier returned from overseas having lost faith (J, USA-NJ);  Physical healing and end to loneliness (M, USA-OH); Financial assistance (B, Nigeria); Physical healing, finding a home, blessings upon an incarcerated son (V, London); Blessings upon a friend (M, USA-VA); For specific intentions (A, Philippines); Conversion for a daughter, spiritual guidance for a grandson (D, USA-LA); Healing, success in occupational pursuits (X, USA-CA); Blessings, healing, and occupational/financial security for a family (C, Kenya).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Friday Prayer Requests

Posted by Jacob

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)

 


Financial assistance, Restoration of a relationship (E, Nigeria); For blessings and health upon a family, for peace, for occupational success (K, Algeria); For health for a couple, for the blessings of a family (Y, South Africa); For continued increase in devotion and return to the community of faith (L, USA); Blessings upon a couple preparing for marriage (L, USA-NE);  Restoration of a failed marriage (M, India); Occupational success, financial security, continued blessings and the true conversion of faith (G, India); Expedient immigration, end to legal and financial difficulties, occupational success, health (K, India); For a son suffering from depression (L, France); Healing upon a couple, blessings of conception (D, Philippines); Financial support, health and healing, end to anxiety and difficulties, blessings for a family (E, Indonesia); Blessings, healing, and safe return upon an abducted brother (N, Zimbabwe).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Friday Prayer Requests

Posted by Jacob

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)

 

For blessings on a marriage (J, PA-USA);  Guidance and love in a relationship and upcoming marriage (E, Nigeria); For assistance in financial difficulties (S, Ireland); For healing of a pregnant mother-to-be, and successful delivery of child (M, Ireland); Healing for a mother and son, guidance and academic assistance for a daughter taking a test, financial assistance (C, India); For brothers, searching for loving relationships and marriage, for ill parents (R, India); Healing and an end to loneliness (K, USA-IN); For the conversion of souls (A, Philippines); For healing and respect in a marriage, for financial assistance, for academic success for children (S, India); For an end to a mother’s health problems, end to son’s addiction, true conversion and return to the faith (M, USA-TX);   For healing of a young daughter with cancer (A, USA-FL); For renewal of a parish community celebrating 150 years (R, USA-IL);  For an end to a crippling illness, financial and occupational assistance (M, England); For continued financial assistance (B, USA-CA); Blessings and financial support for international work (M, Australia).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)
 

Friday Prayer Requests

Posted by Jacob

Please join me in praying for those intentions submitted by readers over the past week.  Together, we raise our voices in prayer.


"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints." (Ephesians 6:18)

 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with 
thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)

 
For a son struggling with addiction, that he may be freed by God’s grace (J, USA-PA);  For assistance with employment and health (S, Australia);  For occupational and financial success for a man and his family (A, USA-CA);  For the health of a grandmother (M, USA-CA);  For an unborn grandson diagnosed with Cystic Hygroma, that he be born healthy and safe (K, USA-GA); Financial security, assistance with medical claims, and end to legal difficulties (B, USA-CA); For an end to anxiety, continued hope, and successful employment (C, New Zealand); For blessings and healing upon a couple and their relationship (A, Ireland); Restoration of a marriage, sanctified by faith (S, India); For resolution of legal, occupational, and familial difficulties (B, USA-LA);  For grace and protection of children and unborn grandchild, for true family conversion and return to the Church (E, USA-TX); For the Society of Our Lady of Lourdes, celebrating its 100th anniversary, and upcoming pilgrimage (J, United Kingdom); Blessings and housing assistance (B, Canada); Health for a family, gift of new life (M, India); Baptism of grandchildren, change of heart of parents (G, USA-IL).



"Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth." (Psalm 54:2)
 
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." (Matthew 21:22)