Please pray for my marriage

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I don’t know where to begin. My husband, non-Catholic, and I have been married 26 years. A little over a year ago we went to a counselor and came away with some good ideas. I thought it was working for the most part, but over the last several months I began to feel as if he shut himself off from me and has disconnected from me. I won’t go into the incident that has sparked our discussion this morning, but I will say he has not been physically unfaithful to me. When we made our commitment for life I took that seriously, but now he says he cannot keep going, it’s over and he’s not willing to try anymore. I’ve been online all morning looking for some advice to save this marriage. I want that more than anything. In looking for some prayers or a novena, I came across this site. Please offer suggestions for any prayers I can say or/and please include me, my husband, and our chldren in your prayers. My heart is breaking, and I don’t know which way to turn except to my faith.
 
Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be thy name
Thy kingdom come
Thy will be done
On earth as it is in heaven
Give us this day thy daily bread
And forgive us our trespasses
As we forgive those who trespass against us
And lead us not into tempation
But deliver us from evil.
Amen.

Praying for all your family.
 
rli said:
I don’t know where to begin. My husband, non-Catholic, and I have been married 26 years. A little over a year ago we went to a counselor and came away with some good ideas. I thought it was working for the most part, but over the last several months I began to feel as if he shut himself off from me and has disconnected from me. I won’t go into the incident that has sparked our discussion this morning, but I will say he has not been physically unfaithful to me. When we made our commitment for life I took that seriously, but now he says he cannot keep going, it’s over and he’s not willing to try anymore. I’ve been online all morning looking for some advice to save this marriage. I want that more than anything. In looking for some prayers or a novena, I came across this site. Please offer suggestions for any prayers I can say or/and please include me, my husband, and our chldren in your prayers. My heart is breaking, and I don’t know which way to turn except to my faith.
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:thumbsup:YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. God Bless You and your family.
 
Here’s a prayer you can say to help restore your marriage. I will keep you in my prayers! Just know that whatever happens, God will always love you and care for you in your troubles.

Dearest God,

I ask that You and the angels help me heal my love life. I am willing to release any unforgiveness I may beharbouring toward myself and my partner, and I ask that the angels cleanse me of all anger or resentment now. Please help me see each other through the eyes of love. I ask that all effects of our mistakes be undone in all directions of time. Please work with my partner so that we may have harmony, romance, friendship, respect, honesty and great love for one another. Please renew our love. Thank You.
 
Blessed Mother please intercede on this family’s behalf. Please St Joseph ask Our Lord to grant this family the strength to over come their troubles, remember the love they felt and the vows they made and the responsibilities that go with the sacrament of marriage. :crossrc::

Peace
 
Hail Mary,
Full of Grace,
The Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit
of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary,
Mother of God,
pray for us sinners now,
and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
 
Loving God our sister feels heartbroken and helpless against her husband’s indifference and determination to give up on their marriage.
I ask You to send Your Holy Spirit into this painful situation.
Please remain with each member of this family as they go through the days ahead.
 
It has been a difficult week. I am trying to trust in our Father and remember in the words of Luke that in God all things are possible. I have been praying to the Holy Family, Our Father, St. Mary, and St. Jude. I ask that you please continue your prayers for my family. It is comforting to know that I am not alone in praying for this situation to improve.
 
rli said:
I don’t know where to begin. My husband, non-Catholic, and I have been married 26 years. A little over a year ago we went to a counselor and came away with some good ideas. I thought it was working for the most part, but over the last several months I began to feel as if he shut himself off from me and has disconnected from me. I won’t go into the incident that has sparked our discussion this morning, but I will say he has not been physically unfaithful to me. When we made our commitment for life I took that seriously, but now he says he cannot keep going, it’s over and he’s not willing to try anymore. I’ve been online all morning looking for some advice to save this marriage. I want that more than anything. In looking for some prayers or a novena, I came across this site. Please offer suggestions for any prayers I can say or/and please include me, my husband, and our chldren in your prayers. My heart is breaking, and I don’t know which way to turn except to my faith.
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Dear rli i am so sorry for your suffering.Here are a couple of novena prayers for yoru marriage.
May God bless you

HOLY PATRONESS
Of those in need, St. Rita,
So humble, pure and patient,
Whose pleadings with your Divine Spouse
Are irresistible,
Obtain for me
From your Crucified Jesus
The request I make of you.

(For the troubled marriage of our friend)

Be propitious towards me
For the greater glory of God,
And I promise to honor you
And to sing your praise forever.

O glorious St. Rita,
Who miraculously participated
In the sorrowful Passion
Of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
Obtain for me
The grace to suffer with resignation
The troubles of this life,
And protect me in all my needs.

Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be (3 times)

Dear St. Monica,
troubled wife and mother,
many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet, you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence, and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion
of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine;
your prayers were answered.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience,
and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
that God may favorably hear my plea for

(Mention your intention here.)For the marriage of rli

and grant me the grace to accept His Will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.

Amen.
 
rli ~ I will be sure to keep your marriage in my thoughts and prayers along with your children. God Bless you all.

If you haven’t already check out the book The Love Dare (book, DVD, and journal). I recommend the book although the DVD is good too, however, I always prefer the book.

Your Sister in Christ,
JH
 
HOLY PATRONESS
Of those in need, St. Rita,
So humble, pure and patient,
Whose pleadings with your Divine Spouse
Are irresistible,
Obtain for me
From your Crucified Jesus
The request I make of you.

(For the troubled marriage of our friend)

Be propitious towards me
For the greater glory of God,
And I promise to honor you
And to sing your praise forever.

O glorious St. Rita,
Who miraculously participated
In the sorrowful Passion
Of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
Obtain for me
The grace to suffer with resignation
The troubles of this life,
And protect me in all my needs.

Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be (3 times)

Dear St. Monica,
troubled wife and mother,
many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet, you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence, and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion
of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine;
your prayers were answered.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience,
and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
that God may favorably hear my plea for

(Mention your intention here.)For the marriage of rli

and grant me the grace to accept His Will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.

Amen.
 
tbcrawford said:
HOLY PATRONESS
Of those in need, St. Rita,
So humble, pure and patient,
Whose pleadings with your Divine Spouse
Are irresistible,
Obtain for me
From your Crucified Jesus
The request I make of you.

(For the troubled marriage of our friend)

Be propitious towards me
For the greater glory of God,
And I promise to honor you
And to sing your praise forever.

O glorious St. Rita,
Who miraculously participated
In the sorrowful Passion
Of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
Obtain for me
The grace to suffer with resignation
The troubles of this life,
And protect me in all my needs.

Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be (3 times)

Dear St. Monica,
troubled wife and mother,
many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet, you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence, and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion
of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine;
your prayers were answered.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience,
and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
that God may favorably hear my plea for

(Mention your intention here.)For the marriage of rli

and grant me the grace to accept His Will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.

Amen.
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Amen
 
HOLY PATRONESS
Of those in need, St. Rita,
So humble, pure and patient,
Whose pleadings with your Divine Spouse
Are irresistible,
Obtain for me
From your Crucified Jesus
The request I make of you.

(For the troubled marriage of our friend)

Be propitious towards me
For the greater glory of God,
And I promise to honor you
And to sing your praise forever.

O glorious St. Rita,
Who miraculously participated
In the sorrowful Passion
Of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
Obtain for me
The grace to suffer with resignation
The troubles of this life,
And protect me in all my needs.

Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be (3 times)

Dear St. Monica,
troubled wife and mother,
many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet, you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence, and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion
of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine;
your prayers were answered.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience,
and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
that God may favorably hear my plea for

(Mention your intention here.)For the marriage of rli

and grant me the grace to accept His Will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.

Amen.
 
Hail Mary,
Full of Grace,
The Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit
of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary,
Mother of God,
pray for us sinners now,
and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
 
Dear friends, Thank you for your prayers. Yesterday was a tough day for me. To wake up this morning and see that others are also praying for my situation gives me hope. I continue to pray daily. I didn’t feel like praying yesterday and was angry and sad all day. In the evening I made myself calm down and pray. It made all the differences in my attitude. I’m still confused about my next steps, but I am praying that Our Father will help guide me and show me what I need to be shown. Again, thank you:) Please continue your prayers.
 
Friday, June 11th is the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
May He richly bless you.

Praying from the Liturgy of the Hours:

Jesus, you are peace and reconciliation. You renew mankind in unity and bring all men together in peace; by your cross you destroy all enmity:
open for us the path to God.
– Most loving King, take pity on us.
 
rli said:
Dear friends, Thank you for your prayers. Yesterday was a tough day for me. To wake up this morning and see that others are also praying for my situation gives me hope. I continue to pray daily. I didn’t feel like praying yesterday and was angry and sad all day. In the evening I made myself calm down and pray. It made all the differences in my attitude. I’m still confused about my next steps, but I am praying that Our Father will help guide me and show me what I need to be shown. Again, thank you:) Please continue your prayers.
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I am sorry that you have to go through this. It sounds like what one of my sisters went through recently. I would suggest reading a book called “Love and Respect” by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs. If you don’t have time to read, by the book on audio CD like we did. It talks about what your dh is doing, the shuting down on you. I forget now the reason, but read it and why men to this. You can watch some free videos from Dr. Eggerichs to get some ideas at: loveandrespect.com/content/weekly_Movies.php?Category=1 See if that will help you or not. It is not a Catholic program but I have not found anything in it antiCatholic so far but I have the audiobook. In the audiobook he has a CD where he just talks to men and one for women. It is quite good.

I will pray for your marriage. It just seems more and more people are in trouble with their marriage. We will pray for you here and hopefully you will get the graces you need to deal with all this. I will pray for your dh and his conversion too and hope that he will see what he is doing to you and the family. Is he willing to listening to CD’s or read books? There is a great CD by Steve Wood called “Raising the Standard: A Challenge to Married Men.” I just heard this one again with my husband and it is great and directed to married men but wives can listen. He speaks about marriage and it is just great. Steve Wood use to be a Protestant Minister so he quotes the Bible and you need to have a notebook ready to write down the verses he gives you to study. There is a lot of them. This is sold by Family Life Center International at www.familylifecenter.net. When you go to that site you will find other CD’s for dad’s and for husbands. All of them are great. I bought them as a Christmas gift for my dh. The CD I mention above is on how to build a strong marriage- the foundation to our fatherhood and family tree. It goes over these things: Seven secrets to a happy marriage, how to improve communication skills with your wife, where to find a “fountain of charity” for your marriage, the three-fold levels of the marital bond, and how they’re broken by a mistake most couples make and how to fix it, the one thing that can make your marriage work–or bring you back together, and something to remmber about divorce that can literally save your marriage.

Go to the website and check it out and if he is open to listening to CD’s in his car to and from work, that will help you.

I hope this helps you. God bless and you have my prayers.
 
Thank you all for your continued prayers. Today I face the difficult task of telling our children what is happening. I ask especially today that your prayers include my children, that they may find peace, and that Our Father will give me the strength and peace I need to help them through this. Please continue to pray for my husband and my marriage. My husband is a very confused man right now.
 
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