For me, prayer is a surge of the heart; it is a simple look turned toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy. ~St. Therese of Lisieux
The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that prayer is a gift from God: a covenant relationship and communion between God and man in Christ ( CCC 2558 - 2565).
Developing a vital prayer life is essential to the Christian life, and it can be compatible with everyday life, too - just 5 to 10 minutes of quiet time each day to start with is fine. You can pray right here and now, as you sit at your computer, using any of the prayers in the left-hand Section Navigation bar, or by visiting the Sacred Space website to pray with the help of on-screen guidance and scripture chosen daily.
It is possible to offer fervent prayer even while walking in public or strolling alone, or seated in your shop,...while buying or selling,...or even while cooking. ~St. John Chrysostom
The Holy Father's Prayer Intentions for February
We pray that parishes, placing communion at the center, may increasingly become communities of faith, fraternity, and welcome towards those most in need.
For those who are ill and in need of prayer
The people of our parish regularly offer their prayers for those who are listed in the parish bulletin as being sick and in need of prayers. If you are a parishioner who is ill (or who has a loved one who is ill) and in need of prayers, you can complete the online form below to add your/their name to the list. However, if you are requesting prayers for someone else, we require that person's permission before we can list their name in the bulletin.
In addition to programs offered at the Francis House of Prayer, you are invited to St. Gregory the Great for a program of spiritual growth that will help deepen your prayer life and bring you closer to Our Lord. Click here for details on both the St. Gregory the Great offering and the Francis House of Prayer offerings.
The Respect Life Ministry of OLS-SA is hosting a group rosary at an online Zoom conference every Wednesday evening at 6:45 PM. We invite everyone to join us in praying this rosary as a group for the express intention of an end to abortion. At this time, we are also including an intention to end the Covid-19 pandemic. Click the article title for contact information and details.
Click here to see some upcoming programs offered at the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point and at the Francis House of Prayer in Allentown.