PRAYER BEFORE THE ROSARY

Queen of the Holy Rosary, you have deigned to come to Fatima to reveal to the three shepherd children the treasures
of grace hidden in the Rosary. Inspire my heart with a sincere love of this devotion, in order that by meditating on the
Mysteries of our Redemption which are recalled in it, I may be enriched with its fruits and obtain peace for the world,
the conversion of sinners and of Russia, and the favor which I ask of you in this Rosary. (Pause for a while for
personal intentions). I ask this for the greater glory of God, for your own honor, and for the good of souls, especially
for my own. Amen.

I offer this rosary for the purpose of knowing the truth and obtaining contrition and pardon for my sins

INTENTIONS PER MYSTERY FOR COVID-19

1st Decade: For the protection of the first responders, doctors, and nurses who care for those made critically ill by
coronavirus. For wisdom and guidance on those scientists and researchers seeking vaccines and rapid testing
platforms. Our Lady, Help of Christians, intercede for us!
2nd Decade: For a full and speedy recovery for those suffering from the coronavirus. For protection of their family
members and all those who are at risk of getting or transmitting the virus. Our Lady, Help of Christians, intercede for
us!
3rd Decade: For God’s abundant mercy on the souls of those who have died from coronavirus. For strength and
consolation for their grieving families. Our Lady, Help of Christians, intercede for us!
4th Decade: For protection on those who are most vulnerable to coronavirus: the elderly, those with compromised
immune systems, those who have been travelling abroad, those who are in quarantine. Our Lady, Help of Christians,
intercede for us!
5th Decade: For an expedient halt to the spread of the virus. For churches and schools to be reopened, and for people
to be able to return to their normal daily activities with a deepened faith and love for God. Our Lady, Help of
Christians, intercede for us!
MEMORARE

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy
help, or sought thine 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.

PRAYER TO SAINT MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

'Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil;
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into
hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen.'

POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER TO OUR LADY TO END THE PANDEMIC:

O Mary, you always shine on our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the
Sick, who at the cross took part in Jesus’ pain, keeping your faith firm.
You, Salvation of the Roman People, know what we need, and we are sure you will provide so that, as in Cana of
Galilee, we may return to joy and to feasting after this time of trial.
Help us, Mother of Divine Love,
to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who has taken upon himself our sufferings and
carried our sorrows to lead us, through the cross, to the joy of the resurrection. Amen.
Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God. Do not disdain the entreaties of we who are in trial, but
deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.
Our Lady, Help of Christians, pray for us!