We would like to lift up all those suffering from COVID-19, whether they have been diagnosed with the virus, are working on the front lines in the medical industry, suffering from the economic downturn, or feeling lost amidst the chaos. God is near and has promised to never abandon His children. Let us lean into the JOY that can be found as followers of Christ, knowing that He is our constant. We are praying for YOU! Find the full meditation below. Prayer source from Pure Faith (no affiliation).

Meditation on Joy

"If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love,  just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full."  -John 15:10-11

We would like to lift up all those suffering from COVID-19, whether they have been diagnosed with the virus, are working on the front lines in the medical industry, suffering from the economic downturn, or feeling lost amidst the chaos. God is near and has promised to never abandon His children. We are praying for YOU! Find the full prayer below. Prayer Source: Pedro de la Cruz.

COVID-19 Prayer

Lord Jesus Christ, our Divine Physician, we ask you to guard and protect us from COVId-19 and all serious illness.

Amen.

Today we are offering up our siblings in prayer! Whether you have two siblings, twelve siblings, or are an only child, we invite you to pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Together, we are all the body of Christ - one family united under God. Brothers and sisters are such a gift, but sometimes there can be pain associated with those relationships. Wherever you find yourself spiritually with your siblings, know that NOW is a great time to call the Holy Spirit upon their lives and your familial bonds! Find the full prayer below. Prayer Source: prayerforanxiety.com.

Prayer for Sisters

Dear heavenly Father, I come to you today completely trusting in your goodness and mercy.

In Jesus' name,

Amen

Let us offer up our siblings in prayer! Whether you have two siblings, twelve siblings, or are an only child, we invite you to pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Together, we are all the body of Christ - one family united under God. Brothers and sisters are such a gift, but sometimes there can be pain associated with those relationships. Wherever you find yourself spiritually with your siblings, know that NOW is a great time to call the Holy Spirit upon their lives and your familial bonds! Find the full prayer below. Prayer Source: prayerforanxiety.com.

Prayer for Brothers

Dear loving Father, the presence of my brother in my life is a gift to me.

All in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ,

Amen.

As we round out this series on family, we hope and pray that you were brought closer to our Lord through these meditations. Please come back and visit this series whenever you need to contemplate on your family. Remember that Jesus is with you along your journey. There will be highs and lows, but He is a constant. Cling to Him! Holy Family, pray for us! For more great prayers checkout the Laudate app on iOS and Android (no affiliation). Find the full prayer below.

Prayer for Marriage

Lord, help us remember when we first met and the strong Love that grew between us.

Amen.

We intercede to our Holy Father for the unborn. While sometimes forgotten and other times seen as a burden, please pray with us that the Lord will bring good from their lives. We thank every parent that has chosen life for their children. We hope you can join us in this meditation, keeping in mind all of the human life that has been lost and taken while in the womb. Holy Family, pray for us! For more great prayers checkout the Laudate app on iOS and Android (no affiliation). Find the full prayer below.

Prayer for the Unborn

Dear Father, we ask You to protect our brothers and sisters now forming their earthly vessels in their mothers womb.

Let us now pray that any marital suffering may be brought into His Holy Hands. The vocation of marriage can be tested during various seasons of life. Hold tight to our Lord. He will make good come from your suffering. Holy Family, pray for us! For more great prayers checkout the Laudate app on iOS and Android (no affiliation).

Prayer During Marital Suffering

O Lord, you raised marriage to the dignity of a sacrament, a sacred sign of love and unity between yourself and your spouse, the Church. You give married couples the grace they need to live together in love and harmony. Yet, that grace seems out of reach for the one I loved and married and for me. Our love has vanished, our marriage has faltered and our children have certainly been affected. According to the measure of our faith, teach each of us how to regain what has been lost, to change all that can be changed and to accept whatever cannot be changed. If we cannot be restored to a life together, keep us from deep regret, resentment and great fear. I come to you now in prayer, O Lord, asking for your divine mercy upon my children, my spouse and me. Heal us so that we may be reassured that your love and forgiveness remain with each one of us.

Amen. 

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We pray for the children of this world through the powerful intercession of our Holy Mother Mary. We hope this prayer allows you to meditate on all children as the true gifts they are. May you continue to love them as God loves His beloved sons and daughters. Holy Family, pray for us! For more great family prayers checkout the Laudate app on iOS and Android (no affiliation). Find the full prayer below.

Prayer for Children

Mary, Mother of God, and Mother of all Christians,

Amen.

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We are called by God to honor and love our parents as Jesus has taught us to. We hope this prayer inspires you to love your parents even more than you currently do, through the good and bad. Remember that our parents are only human and are in dire need for our prayers as much as any of us. Meditate on these words and maybe even go call your mother. Do not forget to thank your parents for choosing life! Holy Family, pray for us. Prayer source from Pure Faith (no affiliation). Find the full prayer below.

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Prayer for Parents

Lord and Savior, You have taught us to honor our fathers and mothers, and to show love and obedience toward them.

Amen. 

We are so happy to kick off the beginning of our prayer series on FAMILY! Over the next few episodes, you will find prayers pertaining to family life and marriage. If you have a family member or friend going through a difficult season in life, feel free to offer up their needs while praying with us, and maybe even send them this series. We hope that you all will find comfort in God through these prayers. Holy Family, please pray for us! Written by Saint Teresa of Calcutta. Find the full prayer below.

Prayer for the Family

Heavenly Father, You have given us a model of life in the Holy Family of Nazareth.

Amen.