Saints' Cards

O faithful San Bartolomeo, your suffering is now at an end. You gave your skin, so that we may live honestly in ours.

May you support and reward those of us who work tirelessly. Show us that God takes heed of our efforts.

Amen.

Saint of rebirth, of repentance and growth.

San Bernardo da Corleone, we invoke you to show those of us who are struggling, the power that comes from accepting the Lord, and choosing a new life.

We ask that you bring health to our mothers, who create new life so that His flock might grow.

Amen.

Loving father and shepherd of the people of San Celeste.

Like the orphans you raised and brought close to God, we were once lost and have learnt from you that our paths may become clear with His guidance.

Please, San Celeste, strengthen our families and keep them close to Him.

Bless our sons and daughters. We pray they never stray from His light.

Amen.

A prayer for San Clemente, for our sailors and fishermen.

Guide them through the trials and tribulations on the waters. Encircle their boats with your protection and let them navigate the seas without misfortune.

Amen.

We pray to San Cristoforo, to help those who wander, and those who need carrying through times of hardship.

Let them pass this land safely. Keep them from the path of brigands and sinners with ill intent.

Amen.

A prayer for San Drogone, whose compassion encompassed all beings on this earth.

O great shepherd, watch over our animals and give them health. Bring good fortune and peace to our cattle farmers, so that they may feed our people.

Amen.

San Francesco d'Assisi, you lived an ascetic life, choosing the Lord’s love over worldly possessions.

Let us too find peace in letting go, and comfort in giving to the less fortunate.

Amen.

San Gennaro, a great and pious martyr.

You gave your blessed blood so that we may continue to live in His image.

For so long you have watched over us, kept the wrath of our great mountain at bay.

We pray that you continue to afford us such a gift, to protect us from harm.

Amen.

O San Girolamo Emiliani, your selflessness knows no bounds.

Shelter our orphans from the evil in the world, bring them light and hope. Let them find a home in the house of Christ.

Amen.

In our darkest hours we reach out to San Giuda Taddeo. Please, hear our prayers.

You persevered through unimaginable hardships. May you touch those of us whose light dwindles and alleviate our struggles.

Amen.

For the suffering souls in purgatory, we invoke San Nicola da Tolentino.

May their souls be cleansed of all sin. Make them anew, before they pass over to Heaven. Show them God’s mercy.

Amen.

San Valentino, you bestow the gift of love to those who need it. You bring people together, across distances and impossible circumstances.

We ask you to look down upon the souls who seek an honest, unconditional love. Let them find each other, and let no man set them apart.

Amen.

San Vito, the embodiment of delight and movement. We wish to weather storms as you did, accepting light and positivity into our lives.

To honor you, let us spread the Lord’s joy through dance. May all those who watch feel his love.

Amen.

Steadfast Sant’Agata, your unwavering faith inspires us all. May you bring strength, patience, and resistance to the people of Sicily.

Remain by our side, as we attempt to serve Him as you did.

Amen.

Sant’Antonino di Sorrento, in life you performed miracles in His name, to help our people.

We pray that you continue to care for us, and for our men at sea.

Protect them from the perils of the ocean. Let them return home safely to their families.

Amen.

Sant’Eligio, we call upon you to empower us with your blessings of fortitude.

Through our daily work in His name, let us forge a relationship with Christ that is as everlasting as yours.

Amen.

Revered miracle worker, Sant'Emidio. Our land fuels us, with its yield we are fed and watered.

May you keep it stable beneath our feet and protect us from disturbances of the ground.

Amen.

Sant'Eustachio, you saw the truth and used it to guide hunters.

We pray that you reach out to our huntsmen and bestow your gifts upon them. Be their counsel and lead them with certainty.

Amen.

Santa Barbara, whose power and strength is the ultimate gift from God.

Keep us safe while we work this land. Protect us from the dangers that wait beneath the ground. Let no harm befall us, for we already toil, and tire more than we can bear.

Amen.

We pray to our beloved Santa Rosalia, who once healed the people of Palermo.

Please visit the bedsides of those who are sick. Heal their ailments and let them feel no pain, so that they might see you are still here with us, sharing the Lord’s compassion.

Amen.