Opening Prayer for Day 5
Gracious Father, as we gather on this fifth day of the novena to honor Saint Lawrence, we come before you with hearts full of gratitude for the example of his life. Grant us the grace to grow in faith and courage, following the path he walked as a faithful disciple of Christ. Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may we be strengthened to endure any trials that come our way, knowing that you are with us always (Pause & add your intentions). We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Life, Examples & Legacies (Part 5)
Saint Lawrence’s life was a shining example of courage and steadfastness in the face of persecution. His unwavering commitment to Christ and the Church was a source of inspiration to the early Christian community and continues to inspire us today. When confronted by the Roman authorities and ordered to hand over the treasures of the Church, Lawrence did not waver in his faith. Instead, he courageously embraced his duty to care for the poor and vulnerable. By presenting the poor as the true treasures of the Church, he demonstrated that genuine wealth lies in love, compassion, and service. Saint Lawrence’s bold response to the authorities came from a deep trust in God’s providence. He knew that no earthly power could separate him from the love of Christ. This unshakable faith allowed him to face martyrdom with serenity and hope, knowing that death would lead him to eternal life with his Lord. In our lives, we may face challenges that test our faith and commitment to Christ. Saint Lawrence’s example reminds us that true courage comes from a profound trust in God’s love and providence. By placing our faith in God and relying on His strength, we can navigate through life’s difficulties with confidence and hope.
Meditation for Day 5
As we meditate on the life of Saint Lawrence, let us reflect on the areas in our lives where we need greater courage and trust in God. Are there challenges or fears that are hindering us from fully embracing our faith and serving others with love? Let us pray for the grace to imitate Saint Lawrence’s fearless devotion to Christ and his unshakable trust in God’s providence. May his example inspire us to face any persecution or trial with hope and courage, knowing that nothing can separate us from the love of God.
Scriptural Reflection
- Romans 8:38-39: “For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Litany of Saint Lawrence
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, pray for us.
Saint Lawrence, pray for us.
Beloved son of the Church, pray for us.
Courageous martyr of Christ, pray for us.
Zealous defender of the faith, pray for us.
Lover of the poor, pray for us.
Servant of the suffering, pray for us.
Patron of deacons, pray for us.
Example of virtue, pray for us.
Faithful follower of Christ, pray for us.
Hope of the hopeless, pray for us.
Man of unshakable faith, pray for us.
Witness to the Gospel, pray for us.
Lover of God’s creation, pray for us.
Holy Lawrence, pray for us.
Concluding Prayer
Faithful God, on this fifth day of the novena, we thank you for the witness of Saint Lawrence, who showed us the true meaning of courage and faith. Grant us the strength to face life’s challenges with the same unwavering trust in your love and providence. Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may we grow in courage, hope, and love for you and our fellow human beings. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Through the intercession of St. Lawrence, deacon & martyr, may Almighty God bless us + in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. 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?
Thank God for His grace, blessings and mercies.
Faithful follower of Christ, pray for us
St Lawrence, zealous defender of the faith, pray for us.
Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may we grow in courage, hope, and love for you and our fellow human beings. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
St Lawrence continue to pray for us
Amen
St. Lawrence, grant us thro your prayers courage and steadfastness in our faith. May nothing seperate us from the love of God. Amen
Thank You Jesus the wonderful Savior
Saint Lawrence, pray for us
May our courage not fail us in our daily lives and living. Pray for the grace of perseverance in prayer and that we may internalise the prayers we say.
St Lawrence martyr and deacon of the church pray for us Amen
St Lawrence, continue to intercede for us to God Amen.
St Laurence, pray for us
St Lawrence
Intercede for us to obtain Mercy from God
St Lawrence pray for us.
Give us the courage to trust and believe in God in our trials Amen
Man of unshakable faith, pray for us.
Thank you Padre for these novenas
Amen
Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may we be strengthened to endure any trials that come our way, knowing that you are with us always..Amen
Saint Lawrence zealous defender of the poor continue to pray for us
Saint Lawrence servant of the suffering…pray for us
St Lawrence, pray for us
Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may we be strengthened to overcome any trials that come our way, knowing that you are with us always, Amen
Dear God, grant us the Grace to always choose You when faced with a choice between Jesus and the world! Amen
St Lawrence, pray for us.
St. Lawrence lover of the poor, pray for me and my family so that God in His infinite mercy will grant me my hear desires to the glory of His Name.
May the Lord continue to hear our prayers and may He bless this community abundantly. Thank you Father CJ.
Amen
Thank you lord for your love on us . Even in death … St Lawrence pray for us.
Saint Lawrence, beloved son of the church, pray for us.
Patron of deacons, pray for me, my husband and my children. Amen
St Lawrence defender of the church pray for us
St Lawrence, Faithful follower of Christ, through your intercession May we grow in courage hope and love, for you and our fellow human being . We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen.
St Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr, Inteceed for the vulnerables in our society and grant Financia/ Material Beakthrough/Aid to all Ophanage homes and Old Peoples homes . St Lawrence,pray for Us. Amen
Dear Lord we pray that like St Lawrence ,may nothing separate us from You. Grant us the grace and courage to remain faithful to You no matter what we face in this life, amen. St Lawrence pray for us
May my prayers be answered as I followed the footsteps of St Lawrence
May the Lord grant us courage to face the challenges of life like St Lawrence. Amen
St. Lawrence, pray for us and bring our intentions before God
We bless you Lord for the blessing of St. Lawrence
The prayers are soul lifting. Thank you Fr.
St. Lawrence, unfailing intercessor, pray for us.
I pray for the grace to imitate Saint Lawrence’s fearless devotion to Christ and his unshakable trust in God’s providence.
St. Lawrence, pray for us.
This unshakable faith allowed him to face martyrdom with serenity and hope, knowing that death would lead him to eternal life with his Lord. In our lives, we may face challenges that test our faith and commitment to Christ.
Oh lord I pray u give me/us d grace to persevere to d end and dat nothing at all we separate us from d love of God in Jesus name amen.
Through the intercession of St Lawrence may God hear our prayers and grant our heart desires in Jesus name Amen
St Lawrence, hope of the hopeless. Pray for us
Through the intercession of St Lawrence, may the Almighty God bless and keep us safe from all anxiety and punishment we deserve through Jesus Christ our Lord, amen
St. Lawrence. Pray for us
St Lawrence teach me more through your examples to live a life worthy of love and kindness
St. Lawrence hope of the hopeless – pray for us