Would you mind doing an Atheist a favor?

[petra22]

Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy…

Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us.

 

[Vim71]

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 our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.

Glory Be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning is now ever shall be world without end
Amen.

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen

 

[lukegabello]

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 our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.

Amen.

 

[Jelrak_TB]

Thank you again to everyone who has maintained this thread on my behalf…I would like to comment that I have not felt anything differently, but I have equally not yet managed to follow all suggestions made herein. I hope to make a greater effort to do so in the coming weeks, but the pressure of daily existence has, at this time, rendered me somewhat forgetful. Praying even a simple prayer before meals is not a practice with which I have been accustomed of late, nor has any other form of regular prayer routine. Further, my forgetting to attend Mass this Sunday has likely not much helped.

Therefore I will fully understand if you choose to withdraw your support in this venture, as if I am unable to maintain my part of the bargain it seems grossly unequal to be expecting any measure of commitment to same from those currently so partaking.

However, if any should still choose to continue, I would appreciate them knowing I admire the gesture and will endeavor to attempt a change in such routines as I am able as soon possible.

 

[Pier]

†

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 our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.

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 death.

Amen.

†

Saint Michael, the archangel, defend us in battle,
be our defense against the wickedness and snares
of the devil, may God rebuke him, we humbly pray.
And do you, O’ Prince of the Heavenly host, by the
power of God thrust into Hell Satan and all the other
evil spirits who prowl about the world for the ruin of souls.

Amen.

†

St. Thérèse of Liseux Prayer From “Story of A Soul”

May today there be peace within.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received,
and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content knowing you are a child of God.
Let this presence settle into your bones,
and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise, and love.
It is there for each and every one of us.

Amen.

†

Lord, thank you that you are with me right now.
Your love surpasses all fear.
I give you the anxiety I feel.
I surrender all my worries to you.
Clear my mind;
Calm my heart;
Still my Spirit;
Relax my being, that, I may
always glorify you in everything
I write, speak and do.

Amen.

†

Jesus, Help Me

In every need let me come to Thee with humble trust, saying,
Jesus, help me!

In all my doubts, perplexities, and temptations,
Jesus, help me!

In hours of loneliness, weariness and trials,
Jesus, help me!

In the failure of my plans and hopes; in disappointments, troubles and sorrows,
Jesus, help me!

When my heart is cast down by failure, at seeing no good come from my efforts,
Jesus, help me!

When others fail me, and Thy grace alone can assist me,
Jesus, help me!

When I throw myself on Thy tender love as Father and Savior,
Jesus, help me!

When I feel impatient, and my cross irritates me,
Jesus, help me!

When sickness and loneliness overcome me,
Jesus, help me!

Always, in weakness, falls and shortcomings of every kind,
Jesus, help me and never forsake me.

Thank You, dear Lord Jesus.

Amen.

†

Sweet Heart of Jesus, be my love.
Sweet Heart of my Jesus, grant that I may always love You more.
Heart of Jesus, burning with love for us, set our hearts on fire with love of You.
Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like Your Heart.

Amen.

†

Prayers said. All will be well. Do not fear, the Lord is protecting you.
Do not be lonely, your guardian angel is beside you.
Be comforted, Mother will watch over you, and the
Holy Spirit will guide you.

Amen.

†

Prayer Against Depression
………….By St Ignatius of Loyola

O Christ Jesus
When all is darkness
And we feel our weakness and helplessness,
Give us the sense of Your Presence,
Your Love and Your Strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
In Your protecting love
And strengthening power,
So that nothing may frighten or worry us,
For, living close to You,
We shall see Your Hand,
Your Purpose, Your Will through all things.

Amen.

†

Let Nothing Disturb You

Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing away:
God never changes.

Patience,
Obtains all things,
Whoever has God
Lacks nothing:
God alone suffices.

Santa Teresa de Jesús
(Santa Teresa de Ávila)

Amen.

†

**My Jesus,
I believe that You are
present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and
I desire to receive You into my soul.
**Since I cannot at this moment receive
You sacramentally, come at least spiritually
into my heart. I embrace You
as if You were already there and
unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated
from You.

Amen.

†
**
Thank You, dear Lord Jesus.

Amen.

† **

 

[Pier]

Thank you again to everyone who has maintained this thread on my behalf…I would like to comment that I have not felt anything differently, but I have equally not yet managed to follow all suggestions made herein. I hope to make a greater effort to do so in the coming weeks, but the pressure of daily existence has, at this time, rendered me somewhat forgetful. Praying even a simple prayer before meals is not a practice with which I have been accustomed of late, nor has any other form of regular prayer routine. Further, my forgetting to attend Mass this Sunday has likely not much helped.

Therefore I will fully understand if you choose to withdraw your support in this venture, as if I am unable to maintain my part of the bargain it seems grossly unequal to be expecting any measure of commitment to same from those currently so partaking.

However, if any should still choose to continue, I would appreciate them knowing I admire the gesture and will endeavor to attempt a change in such routines as I am able as soon possible.

Just a suggestion…

Watch EWTN when you can. Or if you can’t actually watch it (like I sometimes can’t do) turn it on and listen in at different times of the day. This way, you’ll be able to sample the different programs they offer, which include the Daily Mass.

Try to catch “G. K. Chesterton: The Apostle of Common Sense”. Or the concerts they play on Sunday afternoons. They offer much that is blessedly educational, edifying, and even entertaining. So enjoy, and God bless!

 

[Trident_H]

Thank you again to everyone who has maintained this thread on my behalf…I would like to comment that I have not felt anything differently, but I have equally not yet managed to follow all suggestions made herein. I hope to make a greater effort to do so in the coming weeks, but the pressure of daily existence has, at this time, rendered me somewhat forgetful. Praying even a simple prayer before meals is not a practice with which I have been accustomed of late, nor has any other form of regular prayer routine. Further, my forgetting to attend Mass this Sunday has likely not much helped.

Therefore I will fully understand if you choose to withdraw your support in this venture, as if I am unable to maintain my part of the bargain it seems grossly unequal to be expecting any measure of commitment to same from those currently so partaking.

However, if any should still choose to continue, I would appreciate them knowing I admire the gesture and will endeavor to attempt a change in such routines as I am able as soon possible.

Man. You seriously think you can change by forgetting to change? I mean this is sounding kinda lazy. So I think maybe I’ll start praying that you’re not really all that comfortable in the coming days. That way you can’t fall asleep at the switch anymore.

You’re in for it now buddy.

 

[Vim71]

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 our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.

Glory Be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning is now ever shall be world without end
Amen.

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen



Edit:

I would appreciate them knowing I admire the gesture and will endeavor to attempt a change in such routines as I am able as soon possible

 

[Jelrak_TB]

Just a suggestion…

Watch EWTN when you can. Or if you can’t actually watch it (like I sometimes can’t do) turn it on and listen in at different times of the day. This way, you’ll be able to sample the different programs they offer, which include the Daily Mass.

Try to catch “G. K. Chesterton: The Apostle of Common Sense”. Or the concerts they play on Sunday afternoons. They offer much that is blessedly educational, edifying, and even entertaining. So enjoy, and God bless!

Regrettably this programming is not available in my area…

 

[Jelrak_TB]

Man. You seriously think you can change by forgetting to change? I mean this is sounding kinda lazy. So I think maybe I’ll start praying that you’re not really all that comfortable in the coming days. That way you can’t fall asleep at the switch anymore.

You’re in for it now buddy.

Things are not always as they appear, my good Trident…yet while I may lack in both appetite and incentive to properly adjust my spiritual habits, I am not entirely ignorant of the reality that the status quo is equally entirely unsatisfactory…so hopefully some form of traction or momentum may be obtained sooner or later…regrettably I do not appear to be doing my fair share in reaching out for what apparently must, from your point of view, lie so clearly before me…yet I assure you laziness is unlikely the major part…it is more probably lassitude and/or such deeply ingrained apathy that shaking it from my path is somewhat akin to attempting to shed one’s own skin…

 

[lukegabello]

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 our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.

Amen.

 

[Trident_H]

Things are not always as they appear, my good Trident…yet while I may lack in both appetite and incentive to properly adjust my spiritual habits, I am not entirely ignorant of the reality that the status quo is equally entirely unsatisfactory…so hopefully some form of traction or momentum may be obtained sooner or later…regrettably I do not appear to be doing my fair share in reaching out for what apparently must, from your point of view, lie so clearly before me…yet I assure you laziness is unlikely the major part…it is more probably lassitude and/or such deeply ingrained apathy that shaking it from my path is somewhat akin to attempting to shed one’s own skin…

So basically you’re saying you’re no different than everyone else. That doing hard things is hard. Got it.

Keep up the excuses buddy. One of these days you’ll run out of them. One of these days you’ll use them all up nicely. How about we talk for real on that day?

Peace Jel. Now I’m praying that you run out of excuses. As well as out of comfort.

Waiting for the next round.

-Trident

 

[leviman]

Hey buddy, i read allot of good suggestions but at the end of the day, God will intervene in his own time, all we can do is be patient and keep on seeking Him.

When i was struggling with my faith, i was very depressed about this whole life scenario and how life in this world isn’t forever and how death is always looming ahead for myself and my love ones, i was angry, further more i got angry at God for putting me in this situation of hurt and pain to come. The thing that helped me change my outlook and life completely, was one night i was going for a walk out the road and i was talking to God ( in my mind) and talking turned into releasing all my stored up anger at God, i just let Him have it. I opened up to the point i started crying, so i guess i had a heart to heart moment there. I didn’t get a reply on that night but a few weeks later God revealed to me a purpose to live. So my advice to you is to talk to God about you and where your at in your life or about anything, even get angry at God because God can take it, just let Him have it and God will answer you in the way He knows best.

Build a relationship with God like you would with a good friend on earth, because once you can see the loving relationship you have with God you will realize you had it all along.

 

[Jelrak_TB]

So basically you’re saying you’re no different than everyone else. That doing hard things is hard. Got it.

Keep up the excuses buddy. One of these days you’ll run out of them. One of these days you’ll use them all up nicely. How about we talk for real on that day?

Peace Jel. Now I’m praying that you run out of excuses. As well as out of comfort.

Waiting for the next round.

-Trident

The student becomes the teacher…

 

[Jelrak_TB]

Hey buddy, i read allot of good suggestions but at the end of the day, God will intervene in his own time, all we can do is be patient and keep on seeking Him.

When i was struggling with my faith, i was very depressed about this whole life scenario and how life in this world isn’t forever and how death is always looming ahead for myself and my love ones, i was angry, further more i got angry at God for putting me in this situation of hurt and pain to come. The thing that helped me change my outlook and life completely, was one night i was going for a walk out the road and i was talking to God ( in my mind) and talking turned into releasing all my stored up anger at God, i just let Him have it. I opened up to the point i started crying, so i guess i had a heart to heart moment there. I didn’t get a reply on that night but a few weeks later God revealed to me a purpose to live. So my advice to you is to talk to God about you and where your at in your life or about anything, even get angry at God because God can take it, just let Him have it and God will answer you in the way He knows best.

Build a relationship with God like you would with a good friend on earth, because once you can see the loving relationship you have with God you will realize you had it all along.

Thank you for your kind words…I have heard mention that having an argument with God proves the relationship rather than harms it so I do appreciate your suggestion…I will dwell on this and other things and endeavor to continue forward…thank you again for your time and understanding in this matter…

 

[detoutcoeur]

Prayers continuing for you…
+

O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, who brought forth the Son of God still remaining a Virgin, assist us in this necessity.
O Star of the Sea, help us, and show us that you are our Mother.

O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, we humbly ask you from the depths of our heart to help us in this necessity. There are none who can withstand your power.
O show us that you are our Mother.

O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Sweet Mother, we place this cause in your hands. Amen.

Flos Carmeli

 

[tweedlealice]

I am wondering if you would mind praying for my conversion? I seem to have no manner of reaching any spiritual depth and appear incapable of doing so on my own.

At issue is a fairly straightforward lack of belief…yet realizing same is not bringing with it any peace or joy I would humbly ask a handful of prayers to see if such a thing might move the needle somewhat.

This may not come to any meaningful fruition, however, I would not be able to honestly claim to have tried all avenues without making this simple request.

I appreciate any efforts you might expend on my behalf and apologize in advance if it might prove futile…

I will attempt to provide an update at a future date.

Dear Brother in Christ,
Let me start, again. Jesus was written about in Roman literature. A Jewish rebel named
Josephus wrote about Jesus, a rebel against Rome, who proclaims to be the Messiah.
There is complex theology to read but one can get lost in the deep stuff and miss the simple message of God’s love. I believe in the sun, even when it isn’t shining. I believe in love even when there’s no one there. And I believe in God. I believe in God even when He is silent.
Gotta go. Will be back
in Christ’s love,
Tweedlealice

 

[Pier]

†

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 our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.

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 death.

Amen.

†

Saint Michael, the archangel, defend us in battle,
be our defense against the wickedness and snares
of the devil, may God rebuke him, we humbly pray.
And do you, O’ Prince of the Heavenly host, by the
power of God thrust into Hell Satan and all the other
evil spirits who prowl about the world for the ruin of souls.

Amen.

†

St. Thérèse of Liseux Prayer From “Story of A Soul”

May today there be peace within.
May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith.
May you use those gifts that you have received,
and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content knowing you are a child of God.
Let this presence settle into your bones,
and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise, and love.
It is there for each and every one of us.

Amen.

†

Lord, thank you that you are with me right now.
Your love surpasses all fear.
I give you the anxiety I feel.
I surrender all my worries to you.
Clear my mind;
Calm my heart;
Still my Spirit;
Relax my being, that, I may
always glorify you in everything
I write, speak and do.

Amen.

†

Jesus, Help Me

In every need let me come to Thee with humble trust, saying,
Jesus, help me!

In all my doubts, perplexities, and temptations,
Jesus, help me!

In hours of loneliness, weariness and trials,
Jesus, help me!

In the failure of my plans and hopes; in disappointments, troubles and sorrows,
Jesus, help me!

When my heart is cast down by failure, at seeing no good come from my efforts,
Jesus, help me!

When others fail me, and Thy grace alone can assist me,
Jesus, help me!

When I throw myself on Thy tender love as Father and Savior,
Jesus, help me!

When I feel impatient, and my cross irritates me,
Jesus, help me!

When sickness and loneliness overcome me,
Jesus, help me!

Always, in weakness, falls and shortcomings of every kind,
Jesus, help me and never forsake me.

Thank You, dear Lord Jesus.

Amen.

†

Sweet Heart of Jesus, be my love.
Sweet Heart of my Jesus, grant that I may always love You more.
Heart of Jesus, burning with love for us, set our hearts on fire with love of You.
Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like Your Heart.

Amen.

†

Prayers said. All will be well. Do not fear, the Lord is protecting you.
Do not be lonely, your guardian angel is beside you.
Be comforted, Mother will watch over you, and the
Holy Spirit will guide you.

Amen.

†

Prayer Against Depression
………….By St Ignatius of Loyola

O Christ Jesus
When all is darkness
And we feel our weakness and helplessness,
Give us the sense of Your Presence,
Your Love and Your Strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
In Your protecting love
And strengthening power,
So that nothing may frighten or worry us,
For, living close to You,
We shall see Your Hand,
Your Purpose, Your Will through all things.

Amen.

†

Let Nothing Disturb You

Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing away:
God never changes.

Patience,
Obtains all things,
Whoever has God
Lacks nothing:
God alone suffices.

Santa Teresa de Jesús
(Santa Teresa de Ávila)

Amen.

†

**My Jesus,
I believe that You are
present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and
I desire to receive You into my soul.
**Since I cannot at this moment receive
You sacramentally, come at least spiritually
into my heart. I embrace You
as if You were already there and
unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be separated
from You.

Amen.

†
**
Thank You, dear Lord Jesus.

Amen.

† **

 

[Autumn_Smoke]

Saying prayers for you

 

[NilDesperandum]

As per our deal in my thread…

This morning, I went to the chapel at my nearby church, where they have Eucharistic Adoration, and during part of my time there, I said a prayer that the both of us can find our way, or hopefully be led a little bit.