Prayers to St. Stephen for all deacons

[joshrp]

Hi,

Someone has been telling me I should eventually become a deacon. I’ve thought about it, but I want to ask all of you to pray to St. Stephen to ask God to give me discernment on this, and teach me whether it is His will. I’ve been saying to myself it is not, but people have suggested it to me, and I need to know what God wants, and not what I think about it. Also, pray for all deacons through the intercession of St. Stephen, especially Deacon Jerry, who is my spiritual director.

God bless you all,
Joshua

 

[beth40n2]

Prayer of Saint Stephen Martyr
Loving God, Saint Stephen was one of the first deacons in the Church. The Apostles ordained him with six others because they needed ministers who wouldoversee the needs of the poor and the widowed. His holiness was so evident that when he preached to his enemies, his face glowed brightly like an angel’s. I ask him to pray for those who have been called to a life of service as ordained deacons. O Lord, help them to be a sign of Your love in their parishes and in the world where they live and work. Bless them with a vision of their ministry that stirs them to passion and tireless effort. Saint Stephen, pray for us. Amen. - Terry Anne Modica

St. Stephen please pray for joshrp!

 

[hopeful01]

Hi,

Someone has been telling me I should eventually become a deacon. I’ve thought about it, but I want to ask all of you to pray to St. Stephen to ask God to give me discernment on this, and teach me whether it is His will. I’ve been saying to myself it is not, but people have suggested it to me, and I need to know what God wants, and not what I think about it. Also, pray for all deacons through the intercession of St. Stephen, especially Deacon Jerry, who is my spiritual director.

God bless you all,
Joshua

Lord God, I pray that You guide Joshua as he discerns Your plan for him. Let him know with confidence and in ways he understands Your will in this matter. Amen.