INSPIRING NOVENA TO SAINT ALOYSIUS GONZAGA, RELIGIOUS – PATRON SAINT OF THE YOUTH, AIDS PATIENTS: DAY 6 (For the poor and marginalized)

(Do you seek inspiration in your studies or strive to live a life of purity and service? Do you need strength to remain steadfast in your faith and compassionate in your actions? Then turn to St. Aloysius of Gonzaga, the patron saint of youth and students, known for his deep piety, commitment to chastity, and compassionate dedication to those in need)

Opening Prayer for Day 6

O Holy Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, you devoted your life to serving the poor and marginalized. Pray for those who are oppressed, neglected, or in need, that they may find comfort and support through our actions and prayers. (Add your personal intention).

Scriptural Reading, Life, Examples & Legacies (Part 6)

Matthew 25:40: “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”

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Saint Aloysius was known for his deep concern and love for the poor and marginalized. Despite his noble background, he chose to live a life of poverty and service. He spent his time ministering to the sick and the poor, seeing in them the face of Christ. His life inspires us to look beyond ourselves and see the face of Christ in those who suffer. Reflect on how you can serve the poor and marginalized in your community, and how you can be a source of comfort and support to those in need.

Litany of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga

Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us.
Christ, graciously hear us.
God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.

Holy Mary, Queen of Angels, pray for us.
Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, pray for us.
Patron of Youth, pray for us.
Model of Humility, pray for us.
Exemplar of Purity, pray for us.
Mirror of Penitents, pray for us.
Lover of the Poor, pray for us.
Comforter of the Afflicted, pray for us.
Defender of the Faith, pray for us.
Zealous Worker for Souls, pray for us.
Inspiration for Students, pray for us.
Example of Piety, pray for us.
Devoted Servant of Jesus, pray for us.
Faithful Follower of Mary, pray for us.
Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, intercede for us.

Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.

Pray for us, Saint Aloysius Gonzaga,
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Concluding Prayer

Heavenly Father, by the intercession of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, grant us the grace to serve the poor and marginalized with compassion and love. May we be Your hands and feet in this world, bringing Your love and mercy to those who are in need. Help us to see Your face in the poor and to serve them with the same love and dedication that Saint Aloysius showed. Amen.

Shalom!
Fr. Chinaka Justin Mbaeri, OSJ
Paroquia Nossa Senhora de Loreto, São Paulo, Brazil
nozickcjoe@gmail.com / fadacjay@gmail.com
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PS: Have you prayed your Rosary today?