Praying for the Protection of Marriage

 

Some of our readers might be interested in this link regarding information on the forthcoming referendum and also join in the special novena for the protection of the family in Ireland - it is suggested that those making the novena recite the following prayer

 

Jesus, Mary and Joseph,

Holy Family of Nazareth,

we bless and venerate you.

 

We commend to your care and protection

the cause of marriage and family life.

May the peace which reigned in your home

take possession of all hearts and abide in all families.

 

Confirm all men and women in the truth

so we may recognise what is good and right

and reject all that hinders life

and the true flourishing of humanity.

 

Guide the hearts of all citizens

that we may witness to the truth

in forming the laws governing our society.

 

Bless those who work for the protection

of marriage, family and life.

 

O Jesus, Mary and Joseph,

Holy Family of Nazareth,

We entrust our hearts and our lives to you.

 

Amen