A few days more and it is Christmas once again. I seem to be already in the holiday mode; it's been more than a week seen I last posted here at my Saint Rita of Cascia and Miraculous Infant of Prague site.
I will be celebrating Christmas here in Tel Aviv Israel for the second time. Unfortunately we will stay put in Jaffa Tel Aviv and not anymore go to Bethlehem for the Midnight Christmas Mass.
Most Filipinos that I know will go abroad for the holidays - some to the United States, most for a vacation in Manila.
It is going to be a quiet Christmas once again. It's quite sad but that's how it is. It is just impossible for me to go to Manila and be there for the holidays.
To keep myself from dwelling on it, I just remind myself of the blessings that come my way. A good job, this great experience of being in a wonderful country.
Here is where I also learn how to makes sites. All the site that I have, including this site of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague, I did here.
Perhaps a few more years and I will be back home. In the meantime, I realize that I am really blessed to be here. And I intend to make the most of the stay here in Israel.
Merry Christmas to you all!!
Friday, December 15, 2006
Thursday, November 23, 2006
On Devotion to Saints
It is a reality that to be educated and instilled early in life on religious concerns greatly affects one’s learnings and leanings. My primary and secondary education saw me reading and studying books and absorbing lessons on the Catholic faith. I imbibed the Thomasian teachings on God, the Holy Trinity, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Holy Rosary, Heaven and Hell, the existence of purgatory, the Final Judgment, the Seven Sacraments and the Communion of Saints. I accept and acknowledge such Catholic teachings as true, and I admit to be an opinionated person however anyone might try proving to me such teachings as false.
Like in the topic of the saints and my devotion to Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. Others have questioned it, arguing that only God deserves worship and adoration, to which I agree a hundred percent. I worship only the Lord God. And to the saints, particularly Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague, I believe, honor and acknowledge them as intercessors to God. I even believe that owning their likeness such as statues and patron saint medals is just a way of honoring them. However, I believe that they are not even the way to the Lord, because only Jesus Christ is. For me, saints are more like messengers and bringers of our prayers and intentions. And indeed in my case they have proven to be such reliable ones, to which I am totally grateful.
Like in the topic of the saints and my devotion to Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. Others have questioned it, arguing that only God deserves worship and adoration, to which I agree a hundred percent. I worship only the Lord God. And to the saints, particularly Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague, I believe, honor and acknowledge them as intercessors to God. I even believe that owning their likeness such as statues and patron saint medals is just a way of honoring them. However, I believe that they are not even the way to the Lord, because only Jesus Christ is. For me, saints are more like messengers and bringers of our prayers and intentions. And indeed in my case they have proven to be such reliable ones, to which I am totally grateful.
Friday, November 10, 2006
Saints: Ideal and Perfect Models
Saints, especially the patron saints such as Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague in my case, act as our intercessors to the Lord. They are powerful mediators who act as a powerful messenger and bringers of our requests to the Lord.
And they are only happy to be of help to those who pray to them and ask for their assistance and intercession.
Saints, aside from being an able intercessor can also serve as a perfect model especially for young men and women. Saints have lived their lives with the practice of great virtues such as charity, love and poverty. Perfect examples are the lives and sufferings of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague.
Saint Rita, for example as lived her life in pain and suffering because of the loss of her family, yet she wholeheartedly and willingly accepted her fate as something that came from the Lord. She also lived a life of humility and poverty and she offered them up to the Lord. Saint Rita lived the life that we must all emulate.
And they are only happy to be of help to those who pray to them and ask for their assistance and intercession.
Saints, aside from being an able intercessor can also serve as a perfect model especially for young men and women. Saints have lived their lives with the practice of great virtues such as charity, love and poverty. Perfect examples are the lives and sufferings of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague.
Saint Rita, for example as lived her life in pain and suffering because of the loss of her family, yet she wholeheartedly and willingly accepted her fate as something that came from the Lord. She also lived a life of humility and poverty and she offered them up to the Lord. Saint Rita lived the life that we must all emulate.
Monday, October 30, 2006
Rosary Sisters Convent
I have yet to acquire a picture of of the Church or Shrine of either Saint Rita of Cascia or Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. Of course, there are numerous pics in the net but I would like to post Saint Rita and Infant Jesus' photos with permission.
Nonetheless, I am posting here the photo of the Convent of the Sisters of the Rosary in Jerusalem, which I got to visit recently. Many Filipinas assist in the Convent - they are our Filipino caregivers who are willing to offer up their spare time in the service of the Lord.
Saturday, October 21, 2006
Saint Peter's Church
Before I have posted a photo of Saint Anthony's Church in Jaffa of Israel. Here is a photo of Saint Peter's Church also in the same place.Like the Church of St Anthony, St Peter's Church is one of the more popular Catholic Churches in the area. The church is frequently visited by Filipino and other foreign workers in the White City. I believe the prayer meetings and bible studies of the Couples For Christ and other Catholic and Christian groups are held there.
Hopefully, I would be able to post a church or Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. I wish I could find some free pictures or photographs online which I could be able to post here in my site.
Anybody who has a picture of the Church or Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague and willing to lend them to me for posting, please do send a message.
Friday, October 13, 2006
Saying Prayers Fervently
Do you somehow think that praying the Holy Rosary or saying the novena to Saint Rita of Cascia or the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague can be monotonous and repetitious?
Of course, the Holy Rosary is composed of 3 Mysteries, which is 15 decades of 1 Our Father, 10 Hail Mary’s, and 1 Glory Be. Even with just one mystery, we somehow would have the tendency to pray in a repetitious manner. I myself would admit to it. Somehow, along my saying the Holy Rosary, my mind in a few instances would wander off and think of other things that would make me lose my concentration on my prayer. This is the same when I pray the novenas of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague.
What I do to really concentrate on my prayer is to visualize the mysteries while I am praying. For example, if the Mystery is Agony in the Garden, while praying I think of how Jesus himself was praying and contemplating at the Garden of Gethsemane. I feel that by praying this way, the prayers become more meaningful and important to the Lord.
When it comes to the novenas, I look at the image of Saint Rita of Cascia or Infant Jesus of Prague while praying to them. Sometimes I say the words of the prayer aloud. This way, I more feel the significance and meaning of such prayers.
In my opinion, the best way to say prayers is to feel it, and say it like it is coming from your heart. You feel your prayers, and say it fervently – it will be certain that they will be heard.
Of course, the Holy Rosary is composed of 3 Mysteries, which is 15 decades of 1 Our Father, 10 Hail Mary’s, and 1 Glory Be. Even with just one mystery, we somehow would have the tendency to pray in a repetitious manner. I myself would admit to it. Somehow, along my saying the Holy Rosary, my mind in a few instances would wander off and think of other things that would make me lose my concentration on my prayer. This is the same when I pray the novenas of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague.
What I do to really concentrate on my prayer is to visualize the mysteries while I am praying. For example, if the Mystery is Agony in the Garden, while praying I think of how Jesus himself was praying and contemplating at the Garden of Gethsemane. I feel that by praying this way, the prayers become more meaningful and important to the Lord.
When it comes to the novenas, I look at the image of Saint Rita of Cascia or Infant Jesus of Prague while praying to them. Sometimes I say the words of the prayer aloud. This way, I more feel the significance and meaning of such prayers.
In my opinion, the best way to say prayers is to feel it, and say it like it is coming from your heart. You feel your prayers, and say it fervently – it will be certain that they will be heard.
Friday, October 06, 2006
Pictures of St Rita and Infant Jesus
I am posting here the images of Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague.
The picture of Saint Rita, I actually got from a magazine while in Israel. It tells about the story of St Rita, her miracles and her novena. This pictures is what's in front of me as I pray her novena. Notice the angel behind her and about to place a crown of thorns upon her head as she pray.
While the second posted picture is that of Infant Jesus in the cover of His novena booklet. You can tell that the booklet is already worn out, from my regular praying of His novena.
Monday, October 02, 2006
Saint Thomas Aquinas
My friend was wondering why Saint Thomas Aquinas is not one of my favorite saints along with Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague.
Come to think of it, why not really? The fact is, I do believe I owe a lot from Saint Thomas.
Like Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague, Saint Thomas Aquinas is truly one of the special saints in my life if only because I spend my elementary and high school education at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, which is the oldest university in Asia and has the official title of “The Royal Catholic University of the Philippines.”
We students were called Thomasians, and were taught the Catholic way with the guided inspiration of the teachings of Saint Thomas, considered the Patron Saint of the Catholic School.
The fact that St. Thomas is a Catholic educator makes it fitting for many Catholic Schools and educational institution to be named after him.
I do owe it to my alma mater and St. Thomas if only for the solid building and molding of a strong character within me, as a Catholic and a person in general.
Come to think of it, why not really? The fact is, I do believe I owe a lot from Saint Thomas.
Like Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague, Saint Thomas Aquinas is truly one of the special saints in my life if only because I spend my elementary and high school education at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, which is the oldest university in Asia and has the official title of “The Royal Catholic University of the Philippines.”
We students were called Thomasians, and were taught the Catholic way with the guided inspiration of the teachings of Saint Thomas, considered the Patron Saint of the Catholic School.
The fact that St. Thomas is a Catholic educator makes it fitting for many Catholic Schools and educational institution to be named after him.
I do owe it to my alma mater and St. Thomas if only for the solid building and molding of a strong character within me, as a Catholic and a person in general.
Monday, September 25, 2006
On Praying the Novena
How do you say your novena to your patron saint? I mean, do you say it over and over again, 9 day cycle after 9 day cycle?
In my case, there are times when I both say the novenas to Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. And I even used to say both novenas endlessly, one novena period immediately after another.
I guess I tend to do this whenever I feel I need to ask for much help and intercession regarding one particular important intention or request.
In my opinion, incessant praying is one way of making your message across, that you really need the powerful intercession of whomever patron saint you are praying to.
Albeit I decided that for impossible and really difficult cases, I would say the novena to Saint Rita of Cascia. And for daily protection and requests, I say my prayers to the Infant Jesus of Prague.
Honestly, I do fee that it does not matter how frequent you say the novena of your personal saint. What matters is the sincerity and wholeheartedness of your act of prayer. Even a short prayer, if said with love and faith, will surely be heard.
In my case, there are times when I both say the novenas to Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. And I even used to say both novenas endlessly, one novena period immediately after another.
I guess I tend to do this whenever I feel I need to ask for much help and intercession regarding one particular important intention or request.
In my opinion, incessant praying is one way of making your message across, that you really need the powerful intercession of whomever patron saint you are praying to.
Albeit I decided that for impossible and really difficult cases, I would say the novena to Saint Rita of Cascia. And for daily protection and requests, I say my prayers to the Infant Jesus of Prague.
Honestly, I do fee that it does not matter how frequent you say the novena of your personal saint. What matters is the sincerity and wholeheartedness of your act of prayer. Even a short prayer, if said with love and faith, will surely be heard.
Friday, September 22, 2006
Reasons For Praying
There are many reasons why a person pray to God or say the novena of his personal saint. I myself pray to the Lord, and say the novena to Saint Rita of Cascia or the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague for many various reasons.
It can be a prayer of joy and gratitude, a prayer of intent or a pleading for a favor. A prayer can also be intended to say you are sorry and ask for forgiveness from the Lord. It can also be a prayer requesting for wisdom and discernment.
I pray and recite fervently the novena of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague because I would like to ask for their intercession regarding a request or favor from the Lord.
Whatever the reasons for saying our prayers may be - they may be very important reasons or just trite ones – such prayers must be said in a proper way. Our prayers must possess the qualities of sincerity, clarity and simplicity. When we pray, it must be done fervently and straight from our hearts.
We must also remember that prayers and novenas are a way of effectively talking and conversing to the Lord and the saints. So, even if it is like we are just talking to them, we would have to convey our message with the respect and adoration that they deserve.
It can be a prayer of joy and gratitude, a prayer of intent or a pleading for a favor. A prayer can also be intended to say you are sorry and ask for forgiveness from the Lord. It can also be a prayer requesting for wisdom and discernment.
I pray and recite fervently the novena of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague because I would like to ask for their intercession regarding a request or favor from the Lord.
Whatever the reasons for saying our prayers may be - they may be very important reasons or just trite ones – such prayers must be said in a proper way. Our prayers must possess the qualities of sincerity, clarity and simplicity. When we pray, it must be done fervently and straight from our hearts.
We must also remember that prayers and novenas are a way of effectively talking and conversing to the Lord and the saints. So, even if it is like we are just talking to them, we would have to convey our message with the respect and adoration that they deserve.
Monday, September 18, 2006
On Religious Statues and Items
Does anyone of my good readers have a small sized image of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague?
I am hoping that any one might be generous enough to give me as a present any of the images of Saint Rita and Infant Jesus.
I am really serious - this may be a bit straightforward or even inappropriate, but I am just following a saying that it is much better to receive images or statues of saints or any other religious items such as saint medals and guardian angel pins for that matter that to buy them. This makes the item more precious and important.
I am currently in Israel, and although I have not really looked around in churches like in St. Anthony's Church, I am sure that it is difficult for me to find such items. Unless of course, if I would go to Jerusalem or Bethlehem where Christian and Catholic items abound. I am sure it would be easier to find the statues of Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague there.
Does anyone know where to find Christian items such as angel pins and patron saint medals in Tel Aviv?
I am hoping that any one might be generous enough to give me as a present any of the images of Saint Rita and Infant Jesus.
I am really serious - this may be a bit straightforward or even inappropriate, but I am just following a saying that it is much better to receive images or statues of saints or any other religious items such as saint medals and guardian angel pins for that matter that to buy them. This makes the item more precious and important.
I am currently in Israel, and although I have not really looked around in churches like in St. Anthony's Church, I am sure that it is difficult for me to find such items. Unless of course, if I would go to Jerusalem or Bethlehem where Christian and Catholic items abound. I am sure it would be easier to find the statues of Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague there.
Does anyone know where to find Christian items such as angel pins and patron saint medals in Tel Aviv?
Friday, September 08, 2006
September 8 - Birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary
While this is a site for Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague - I am sure it is just okay (and fitting) that I greet here Mama Mary today, September 8 as I am also sure that the whole Catholic World is celebrating the Birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
In honor of her birthday, I intend to say the Holy Rosary tonight being a normal custom of many Catholics.
Happy Birthday, Mama Mary!
In honor of her birthday, I intend to say the Holy Rosary tonight being a normal custom of many Catholics.
Happy Birthday, Mama Mary!
Thursday, August 31, 2006
A Saint's Statue or Likeness
What is the popular on this issue: Do you need to stand, kneel or be in front of the statue or any likeness of your patron saint when you pray to him or say the novena?
Unfortunately, inasmuch as I want to have a statue of the Saint Rita of Cascia or the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague whenever I say their novenas and pray to them for my intentions or request for their intercessions.
Well, many novenas indeed require that you should have the statue of your saint for your novena to be more effective. It is said that you somehow are able to convey more your prayers and intention when you say them in front of your saint’s likeness.
The most that I could have when it comes to the likeness of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague are pictures. I have a picture of the Patroness of the Impossible Cases which I clipped from a magazine. I gaze on it while I say the novena to her. While with the Infant, I look at his picture in front of the novena booklet whenever I pray to him.
I believe that what matters really is not whether you have your saints’ statues – what is more important is the sincere and fervent means of praying to them, whenever you want to say your intentions or express your gratitude for their intercession.
Unfortunately, inasmuch as I want to have a statue of the Saint Rita of Cascia or the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague whenever I say their novenas and pray to them for my intentions or request for their intercessions.
Well, many novenas indeed require that you should have the statue of your saint for your novena to be more effective. It is said that you somehow are able to convey more your prayers and intention when you say them in front of your saint’s likeness.
The most that I could have when it comes to the likeness of Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague are pictures. I have a picture of the Patroness of the Impossible Cases which I clipped from a magazine. I gaze on it while I say the novena to her. While with the Infant, I look at his picture in front of the novena booklet whenever I pray to him.
I believe that what matters really is not whether you have your saints’ statues – what is more important is the sincere and fervent means of praying to them, whenever you want to say your intentions or express your gratitude for their intercession.
Friday, August 25, 2006
My Personal Intercessors to the Lord
From time to time I come across in the internet amazing stories of miracles arising from one’s devotion to his or her Patron Saint (mine is Saint Rita of Cascia and Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague).
A miracle, however great or insignificant, is a miracle coming from God, like a blessing given to us through the help and intercession of the saints.
How do you pray the novena of your saint?
In my case, this is how I pray to Saint Rita of Cascia or the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. Whenever I request or pray for my intentions, I fervently say the novena over and over until my prayers are heard. Or sometimes I just say the novena without any particular request being mentioned, except the usual expression of gratitude.
But most of the time I mention an intention, or even several ones. Very common requests such as having safe days ahead, or good health for myself and the family, or financial provisions.
Some are heard with positive results – others, well perhaps what I am praying for may not really be for my good.
Still, I am thankful that Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague are my “hardworking” intercessors to God.
A miracle, however great or insignificant, is a miracle coming from God, like a blessing given to us through the help and intercession of the saints.
How do you pray the novena of your saint?
In my case, this is how I pray to Saint Rita of Cascia or the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. Whenever I request or pray for my intentions, I fervently say the novena over and over until my prayers are heard. Or sometimes I just say the novena without any particular request being mentioned, except the usual expression of gratitude.
But most of the time I mention an intention, or even several ones. Very common requests such as having safe days ahead, or good health for myself and the family, or financial provisions.
Some are heard with positive results – others, well perhaps what I am praying for may not really be for my good.
Still, I am thankful that Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague are my “hardworking” intercessors to God.
Saturday, August 19, 2006
Church of Saint Anthony
Here is a picture of the Saint Anthony's Church in the White
City of Jaffa in Israel.
I wish there is also a Church here for Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague.
Anyway, the Saint Anthony's Church is very popular to Catholics and Christians alike in Tel Aviv.
There are even Saturday masses celebrated for those who can not attend the Sunday masses.
I will be posting some Church photos here. If you can lending me your own photos of Churches in the United States or all over the world, especially that of Saint Rita of Cascia or Infant Jesus of Prague, it will very much be appreciated.
City of Jaffa in Israel.I wish there is also a Church here for Saint Rita of Cascia and Infant Jesus of Prague.
Anyway, the Saint Anthony's Church is very popular to Catholics and Christians alike in Tel Aviv.
There are even Saturday masses celebrated for those who can not attend the Sunday masses.
I will be posting some Church photos here. If you can lending me your own photos of Churches in the United States or all over the world, especially that of Saint Rita of Cascia or Infant Jesus of Prague, it will very much be appreciated.
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
My Personal Prayer to Infant Jesus of Prague
Like with Saint Rita of Cascia, I also composed a personal prayer to Infant Jesus of Prague, a modification of a novena prayer to Him.
I am publishing it here for everyone who might wish to adopt it as their short prayer to Infant Jesus.
Infant Jesus of Prague
My dear sweet Infant Jesus
Look down upon me with so much love
and understanding.
You are so powerful
please assist me in my needs
(Say the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be)
Hear my petition and prayers,
Dear Infant Jesus
And please grant me the intention that I now pray to You..
(say your intention)
Please grant me this grace if it is according to Your will.
I have so much faith in You
Please have mercy on me. Amen
If you wish to share your personal prayers to the Infant Jesus of Prague, Saint Rita of Cascia or any other saints, please do send them here to be published.
I am publishing it here for everyone who might wish to adopt it as their short prayer to Infant Jesus.
Infant Jesus of Prague
My dear sweet Infant Jesus
Look down upon me with so much love
and understanding.
You are so powerful
please assist me in my needs
(Say the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be)
Hear my petition and prayers,
Dear Infant Jesus
And please grant me the intention that I now pray to You..
(say your intention)
Please grant me this grace if it is according to Your will.
I have so much faith in You
Please have mercy on me. Amen
If you wish to share your personal prayers to the Infant Jesus of Prague, Saint Rita of Cascia or any other saints, please do send them here to be published.
Friday, August 11, 2006
Spreading Information on Saint Rita and Infant Jesus
In my previous posts, I always mention how saints have helped me in my prayers of intentions and how thru their powerful intercessions, the Lord God has granted a good number of them.
And for this, I am truly grateful to Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. And to reciprocate their generous assistance and intercession, I try my best to spread information about them, tell the stories of their miracles and give away their prayers and novenas to relatives and friends.
If by chance, your Patron Saints are also Saint Rita of Cascia or the Infant Jesus of Prague, please join me in spreading forth their life stories and miracles.
I list here some sites, emails, and addresses on which Catholics may be able to know more about them, reach appropriate authorities and groups devoted to them, and perhaps inquire about copies of books, pictures, novenas, medals, pins, what church to visit or how to send donation.
National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia
1166 South Broad Street
Philidelphia Pennsylvania 19146
Website: http://www.saintritashrine.org/
Infant Jesus of Prague
Procura Missioni Carmelitane
16011 Arenzano Italy
www.santuario.gesubambino.org/missioni
or
Bosi Karmelitani
Website: http://karmel.at/prog-jesu
And for this, I am truly grateful to Saint Rita of Cascia and the Miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. And to reciprocate their generous assistance and intercession, I try my best to spread information about them, tell the stories of their miracles and give away their prayers and novenas to relatives and friends.
If by chance, your Patron Saints are also Saint Rita of Cascia or the Infant Jesus of Prague, please join me in spreading forth their life stories and miracles.
I list here some sites, emails, and addresses on which Catholics may be able to know more about them, reach appropriate authorities and groups devoted to them, and perhaps inquire about copies of books, pictures, novenas, medals, pins, what church to visit or how to send donation.
National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia
1166 South Broad Street
Philidelphia Pennsylvania 19146
Website: http://www.saintritashrine.org/
Infant Jesus of Prague
Procura Missioni Carmelitane
16011 Arenzano Italy
www.santuario.gesubambino.org/missioni
or
Bosi Karmelitani
Website: http://karmel.at/prog-jesu
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Saint Titles and Feast Days
Do you have some interesting and inspiring stories about how Saint Rita of Cascia or the Infant Jesus of Prague or any saint for that matter has acted favorably on your prayer of intention or novena?
It can be you or anybody that you know who would be willing to share inspiring tales of miracles and answered prayers with the powerful intercession of our Patron Saints.
We all know that Saint Rita of Cascia is known as the Saint of Hopeless Causes or Patroness of Impossible Cases, and that her feast day is May 22.
While the Infant Jesus of Prague is popularly known as the Miraculous Infant, and His feast day is the third week of May.
Here are some few more Saints with their titles and feast days:
Saint Jude of Thaddaeus - Patron of Desperate Cases
Feast day: October 28
Saint Teresa of Avila - Patroness of Headache Sufferers
Feast day: October 15
Saint Martin de Porres - Patron Saint of the Barbers
Feast day: November 3
It can be you or anybody that you know who would be willing to share inspiring tales of miracles and answered prayers with the powerful intercession of our Patron Saints.
We all know that Saint Rita of Cascia is known as the Saint of Hopeless Causes or Patroness of Impossible Cases, and that her feast day is May 22.
While the Infant Jesus of Prague is popularly known as the Miraculous Infant, and His feast day is the third week of May.
Here are some few more Saints with their titles and feast days:
Saint Jude of Thaddaeus - Patron of Desperate Cases
Feast day: October 28
Saint Teresa of Avila - Patroness of Headache Sufferers
Feast day: October 15
Saint Martin de Porres - Patron Saint of the Barbers
Feast day: November 3
Sunday, August 06, 2006
On Saint Rita and Infant Jesus' Intercessions
Again, another prayer of mine was heard and answered positively by the Lord God through the powerful intercession of both Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague.
I will not be specific about the particular answered intention – it is one of those intentions which involve the material needs. Nothing divine – but still very important because its realization gives me hope to continue with my endeavor, which is the pursuit of a writing career.
Both the Infant Jesus of Prague and Saint Rita of Cascia are my personal saints that I pray to for intercession. Saint Rita is known as the Patroness of the Hopeless Cases and Saint of the Impossible Causes. While the Infant Jesus is popularly known as the Miraculous Infant.
I truly believe that Saint Rita and the Infant Jesus are powerful intercessors and mediators to the Lord. They enjoy the blessed presence of the Lord, and He is willing to listen and grant whatever deserving intentions Saint Rita and Infant Jesus whisper to Him.
I express my gratitude to them by publishing information about them, their prayers and novena so that other people may be able to know about their miracles and intercession.
To those who have nice stories to tell about Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague, please do write me so we can feature them here.
I will not be specific about the particular answered intention – it is one of those intentions which involve the material needs. Nothing divine – but still very important because its realization gives me hope to continue with my endeavor, which is the pursuit of a writing career.
Both the Infant Jesus of Prague and Saint Rita of Cascia are my personal saints that I pray to for intercession. Saint Rita is known as the Patroness of the Hopeless Cases and Saint of the Impossible Causes. While the Infant Jesus is popularly known as the Miraculous Infant.
I truly believe that Saint Rita and the Infant Jesus are powerful intercessors and mediators to the Lord. They enjoy the blessed presence of the Lord, and He is willing to listen and grant whatever deserving intentions Saint Rita and Infant Jesus whisper to Him.
I express my gratitude to them by publishing information about them, their prayers and novena so that other people may be able to know about their miracles and intercession.
To those who have nice stories to tell about Saint Rita of Cascia and the Infant Jesus of Prague, please do write me so we can feature them here.
Thursday, August 03, 2006
More on Infant Jesus of Prague
While this is primarily the special corner of Saint Rita of Cascia, which features everything about her, her novenas and miracles, I will also be writing on other saints.
In fact I have also written about the Infant Jesus of Prague, another powerful intercessor like Saint Rita of Cascia.
The history of the Infant Jesus of Prague is filled with numerous miracles which made people all around the world become devoted to him.
The devotion to the Infant Jesus started in the late 16th century with the Carmelite Order. In 1628, the Carmelites in Prague began their devotion to the Statue of the Infant Jesus which was given to the religious group by Princess Polixenie Lobkowitz, who had the gospel in mind – “Unless you become like one of the little children you will not be able to enter the Kingdom of Heaven (Mt. 18.3).
Since then the Statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague had brought miracles to numerous lives.
At the tabernacle of the novitiate chapel, Saint Therese Lisieux venerated the statue. Likewise, Saint Teresa Benedicta, who was a visitor to the church of the Infant Jesus at Prague, was greatly devoted to the Infant.
Anyone who wishes to suggest other saints they would like to be featured here, and has more information about Saint Rita of Cascia, please do write me.
In fact I have also written about the Infant Jesus of Prague, another powerful intercessor like Saint Rita of Cascia.
The history of the Infant Jesus of Prague is filled with numerous miracles which made people all around the world become devoted to him.
The devotion to the Infant Jesus started in the late 16th century with the Carmelite Order. In 1628, the Carmelites in Prague began their devotion to the Statue of the Infant Jesus which was given to the religious group by Princess Polixenie Lobkowitz, who had the gospel in mind – “Unless you become like one of the little children you will not be able to enter the Kingdom of Heaven (Mt. 18.3).
Since then the Statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague had brought miracles to numerous lives.
At the tabernacle of the novitiate chapel, Saint Therese Lisieux venerated the statue. Likewise, Saint Teresa Benedicta, who was a visitor to the church of the Infant Jesus at Prague, was greatly devoted to the Infant.
Anyone who wishes to suggest other saints they would like to be featured here, and has more information about Saint Rita of Cascia, please do write me.
Monday, July 31, 2006
Infant Jesus of Prague: Another Powerful Mediator
I have known Saint Rita of Cascia early of this year, and begun praying to her and regularly say her novena since then.
Saint Rita of Cascia is popularly known as Patroness of the Impossible Cases and Saint of the Hopeless Causes. Likewise, she is known by the title Patroness of the Desperate Cases.
Saint Rita, I can attest, is a very powerful intercessor the the Lord - so far most of my intentions and prayers were granted by God through her assistance.
While I do consider Saint Rita of Cascia as my personal saint, I also have other favorite saints that also turn to and pray.
One of my favorite saints is the Infant Jesus of Prague. Often, I say his 9 day novena, together with my saying of Saint Rita's novena.
Here is the Novena of the Infant Jesus of Prague.
Like Saint Rita, I also can attest that the Infant Jesus is a powerful intercessor for those who pray to him for help and intercession that the Lord may grant our prayers or intentions.
Saint Rita of Cascia is popularly known as Patroness of the Impossible Cases and Saint of the Hopeless Causes. Likewise, she is known by the title Patroness of the Desperate Cases.
Saint Rita, I can attest, is a very powerful intercessor the the Lord - so far most of my intentions and prayers were granted by God through her assistance.
While I do consider Saint Rita of Cascia as my personal saint, I also have other favorite saints that also turn to and pray.
One of my favorite saints is the Infant Jesus of Prague. Often, I say his 9 day novena, together with my saying of Saint Rita's novena.
Here is the Novena of the Infant Jesus of Prague.
Like Saint Rita, I also can attest that the Infant Jesus is a powerful intercessor for those who pray to him for help and intercession that the Lord may grant our prayers or intentions.
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia: For the Desperate and the Hopeless
I have published two versions of Saint Rita of Cascia’s novena, hoping that some of you would be able to develop the habit and become devotees of Saint Rita.
This is one of my goals, that is, to spread much information about the Patroness of the Hopeless Causes / Saint of the Impossible Cases.
By the way, I learned that another title given to Saint Rita of Cascia is the Saint of the Desperates.
If you would notice the titles bestowed to her, you can say that she is the saint to go to and pray for assistance especially if your request is quite difficult or even impossible to achieve.
I had my share of impossible intentions, and while often, the difficult circumstances which pushed me to pray to Saint Rita of Cascia for intercession see me weak and even not fully having faith in her power as a messenger to the Lord, still I receive answers and possible results from my prayers and novena to her.
This proves that Saint Rita of Cascia is a powerful intercessor and favored saint of the Lord.
Does anyone have a miracle to share, an intention or request so difficult yet was granted through Saint Rita’s intercession?
Please we have a lot of space here – let us all hear about them.
This is one of my goals, that is, to spread much information about the Patroness of the Hopeless Causes / Saint of the Impossible Cases.
By the way, I learned that another title given to Saint Rita of Cascia is the Saint of the Desperates.
If you would notice the titles bestowed to her, you can say that she is the saint to go to and pray for assistance especially if your request is quite difficult or even impossible to achieve.
I had my share of impossible intentions, and while often, the difficult circumstances which pushed me to pray to Saint Rita of Cascia for intercession see me weak and even not fully having faith in her power as a messenger to the Lord, still I receive answers and possible results from my prayers and novena to her.
This proves that Saint Rita of Cascia is a powerful intercessor and favored saint of the Lord.
Does anyone have a miracle to share, an intention or request so difficult yet was granted through Saint Rita’s intercession?
Please we have a lot of space here – let us all hear about them.
Sunday, July 23, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia and Company: Honor, Not Worship
Most of us Catholics pray to the Saints and even say regularly their novenas. I say the novena of our beloved Italian Saint Rita of Cascia, the Patroness of the Hopeless Causes and Lady Saint of the Impossible Cases.
But of course, as devout Catholic, we do not pray to the Saints to worship and idolize them – which definitely is not proper and is even a sin as taught by the Church.
Only God deserves our highest worship and praise. One of the Ten Commandments states, “I am your only God. You shall not have other gods before me.” So indeed, one may be committing a mortal sin if he idolizes and worships saints.
One good reason why we pray to the Saints is because we ask for their intercession to the Lord for our many requests and intentions. The saints are given the special tasks to be powerful intercessors to the Lord, assisting us in obtaining and receiving the grace and blessings of God.
Saint Rita of Cascia has been my best friend, and has acted many times as a powerful intercessor on my behalf.
Many of my intentions which I say when I pray to Saint Rita of Cascia and do her novena are heard and granted by the Lord God. And for this, I always try my best to propagate information about her, send out her novena and prayers to as many friends and acquaintances as possible.
We are given the privilege to invoke saints and directing to them our prayers and intentions, that we may be able to obtain them from God thru their assistance.
But of course, as devout Catholic, we do not pray to the Saints to worship and idolize them – which definitely is not proper and is even a sin as taught by the Church.
Only God deserves our highest worship and praise. One of the Ten Commandments states, “I am your only God. You shall not have other gods before me.” So indeed, one may be committing a mortal sin if he idolizes and worships saints.
One good reason why we pray to the Saints is because we ask for their intercession to the Lord for our many requests and intentions. The saints are given the special tasks to be powerful intercessors to the Lord, assisting us in obtaining and receiving the grace and blessings of God.
Saint Rita of Cascia has been my best friend, and has acted many times as a powerful intercessor on my behalf.
Many of my intentions which I say when I pray to Saint Rita of Cascia and do her novena are heard and granted by the Lord God. And for this, I always try my best to propagate information about her, send out her novena and prayers to as many friends and acquaintances as possible.
We are given the privilege to invoke saints and directing to them our prayers and intentions, that we may be able to obtain them from God thru their assistance.
Saturday, July 15, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia Novena: Another Version
The novena to a particular saint or patron varies as there may be several versions of the prayer of the novena. There may be the complete version, or it can be changed into a shortened one. But then, in most versions, the essense of the novena as a prayer honoring a particular saint remains.
Like in my case, I received a novena to Saint Rita of Cascia by email (this is how I was introduced to her). It was quite different in words when a compared it other version - and much shorter. Probably the sender wishes to publish a much easier to pray version of her novena.
And I wish to publish it here for everyone to appreciate:
Novena to Saint Rita of Cascia
O Lady Saint of the needy, Saint Rita
whose whispers are always heard by God
and who because of your generosity in granting intentions
is called the Patroness of the Hopeless Cases.
Help me in my petition and prayers
show me your power with the Lord,
and help me through your powerful intercession
that God hear me and grant my petition
in Jesus' name.
I promise that if God grants my petition
through your intersession, Saint Rita of Cascia,
I will praise your blessedness
and make known to everyone your help.
Before the Sacred Heart of Jesus,
I pray that you may grant (say your request).
as soon as God deems it fit. Amen
(This short novena must be prayed fervently for 9 consecutive days. Do remember to publish this prayer to Saint Rita of Cascia if your petition is fullfilled and granted.)
Like in my case, I received a novena to Saint Rita of Cascia by email (this is how I was introduced to her). It was quite different in words when a compared it other version - and much shorter. Probably the sender wishes to publish a much easier to pray version of her novena.
And I wish to publish it here for everyone to appreciate:
Novena to Saint Rita of Cascia
O Lady Saint of the needy, Saint Rita
whose whispers are always heard by God
and who because of your generosity in granting intentions
is called the Patroness of the Hopeless Cases.
Help me in my petition and prayers
show me your power with the Lord,
and help me through your powerful intercession
that God hear me and grant my petition
in Jesus' name.
I promise that if God grants my petition
through your intersession, Saint Rita of Cascia,
I will praise your blessedness
and make known to everyone your help.
Before the Sacred Heart of Jesus,
I pray that you may grant (say your request).
as soon as God deems it fit. Amen
(This short novena must be prayed fervently for 9 consecutive days. Do remember to publish this prayer to Saint Rita of Cascia if your petition is fullfilled and granted.)
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia and Other Saints: Blessed Intercessors
While many Catholics among us (me included) tend to ask everyone - our family, friends, the parish priest, the sisters and nuns of our alma mater – to help by also praying with us for whatever important intention we have at the moment, we also turn to our Patron Saints for their intercession to the Lord that He may grant our requests.
We recognize the saints as an effective conveyor of our prayers, intentions, and requests to the Lord. This is what we accept - as it is indicated in most of the novenas for saints. In the first part of novena to Saint Rita of Cascia, it more or less goes – “Saint Rita of Cascia, whose pleadings before the Lord are almost always irresistible…”
This line means that saints are reliable intercessors – and anyone who prays to God for his intention or request through the saints would certainly earn God’s blessings and favors.
Most novenas request devotees to return the favor by publishing the novena and spreading information about the saint once their prayers and intentions are heard and granted.
In my case, I have always received God’s blessings through Saint Rita of Cascia’s intercession. In return, I publish information about the Patroness of Hopeless Cases through this site, and hopefully be able to attract others to become devotees of Saint Rita.
We recognize the saints as an effective conveyor of our prayers, intentions, and requests to the Lord. This is what we accept - as it is indicated in most of the novenas for saints. In the first part of novena to Saint Rita of Cascia, it more or less goes – “Saint Rita of Cascia, whose pleadings before the Lord are almost always irresistible…”
This line means that saints are reliable intercessors – and anyone who prays to God for his intention or request through the saints would certainly earn God’s blessings and favors.
Most novenas request devotees to return the favor by publishing the novena and spreading information about the saint once their prayers and intentions are heard and granted.
In my case, I have always received God’s blessings through Saint Rita of Cascia’s intercession. In return, I publish information about the Patroness of Hopeless Cases through this site, and hopefully be able to attract others to become devotees of Saint Rita.
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
My Being Devoted to Saint Rita of Cascia: Is It Okay?
Why are many Catholics devotees to saints?
Does it make sense that while the Holy Bible clearly states that “Jesus is the Only Way, Truth and Life”, still many pray to the saints for intersession to the Lord God.
Does this mean Catholics recognize the saints as another means of communicating and praying and sending forth intentions to God?
I myself am a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia, and have been regularly saying her novena. I also publish her novena and other information about her through this site as a way of keeping my promise for all the intentions granted. And all my prayers heard by the Lord through her intercession.
Would my being a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia mean that I am sinning since as a devout Catholic myself, I do recognize Jesus as the Only Way to the Father?
Personally, I am careful about this – so I always declare that saints for me are like true friends whom one can count on.
Saints are not to be worshipped. Respect is more that they deserve. I believe they are more like messengers to God, helping us get our prayers and intentions across to Him.
Saints for me are like Jesus’ assistants when it comes to sending messages to the Lord.
For me, it is okay to be a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia - she has been a wonderful messenger for me to the Lord, and many of my prayers have been heard and granted so far – through her help and in Jesus’ name.
Does it make sense that while the Holy Bible clearly states that “Jesus is the Only Way, Truth and Life”, still many pray to the saints for intersession to the Lord God.
Does this mean Catholics recognize the saints as another means of communicating and praying and sending forth intentions to God?
I myself am a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia, and have been regularly saying her novena. I also publish her novena and other information about her through this site as a way of keeping my promise for all the intentions granted. And all my prayers heard by the Lord through her intercession.
Would my being a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia mean that I am sinning since as a devout Catholic myself, I do recognize Jesus as the Only Way to the Father?
Personally, I am careful about this – so I always declare that saints for me are like true friends whom one can count on.
Saints are not to be worshipped. Respect is more that they deserve. I believe they are more like messengers to God, helping us get our prayers and intentions across to Him.
Saints for me are like Jesus’ assistants when it comes to sending messages to the Lord.
For me, it is okay to be a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia - she has been a wonderful messenger for me to the Lord, and many of my prayers have been heard and granted so far – through her help and in Jesus’ name.
Friday, July 07, 2006
More Trivia on Saint Rita of Cascia
Here is a few trivia on Saint Rita of Cascia, the Patroness of the Hopeless and the Saint of the Impossible Cases.
Did you know that aside from parishes and churches, many schools, places and religious establishments were named in honor of Saint Rita of Cascia?
Many schools and colleges in the United States of America are named after our beloved saint. In Illinois are two schools named in honor of her such as Saint Rita of Cascia High School in Chicago and Saint Rita of Cascia Catholic School in Aurora.
There is also the Saint Rita Primary school in the state of Wisconsin.
Likewise, there is a nice place of retreat in Italy, Sanctuary of Saint Rita in Roccaporena, was built in Roccaporena, also named in honor of our beloved saint.
The sanctuary honors Saint Rita by showcasing the saint’s blessed life in this part of Roccaporena, her place of birth.
Did you know that aside from parishes and churches, many schools, places and religious establishments were named in honor of Saint Rita of Cascia?
Many schools and colleges in the United States of America are named after our beloved saint. In Illinois are two schools named in honor of her such as Saint Rita of Cascia High School in Chicago and Saint Rita of Cascia Catholic School in Aurora.
There is also the Saint Rita Primary school in the state of Wisconsin.
Likewise, there is a nice place of retreat in Italy, Sanctuary of Saint Rita in Roccaporena, was built in Roccaporena, also named in honor of our beloved saint.
The sanctuary honors Saint Rita by showcasing the saint’s blessed life in this part of Roccaporena, her place of birth.
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
On a Growing Saint Rita of Cascia and Miracles
I have heard of a story about a Filipino owner whose clay image of Saint Rita of Cascia, the Patroness of the Hopeless and Impossible Cases, growing slowly but steadily.
The image was a little over a foot tall, but the owner noticed that image was growing in size.
He took the measuring tape, and checked for the image’s length. Indeed, his Saint Rita of Cascia statue (which he got from a trip to Italy) has grown – and added at least two more inches.
What is more surprising for him is that along with the miracle of the growing statue, he seemed to have received the gift of healing. And this gift he has begun to heal the sick people in his hometown.
And he have been very vocal in saying that because of his prayers to Saint Rita of Cascia and his desire to help the poor, he was blessed by the Lord with the ability to heal.
I have heard about similar miracles stories like this. And often time I do not know how to take such stories. More often than not, I take it with a grain of salt but always with an open mind.
In these modern times, miracles that are religious in nature are often met with indifference and doubt.
Nonetheless, let us be reminded that Saints exists because of miracles. And these miracles are examined, verified and confirmed by the concerned authorities. Which means that miracles do exist and are recognized by the Church, even in these times of skepticism.
The image was a little over a foot tall, but the owner noticed that image was growing in size.
He took the measuring tape, and checked for the image’s length. Indeed, his Saint Rita of Cascia statue (which he got from a trip to Italy) has grown – and added at least two more inches.
What is more surprising for him is that along with the miracle of the growing statue, he seemed to have received the gift of healing. And this gift he has begun to heal the sick people in his hometown.
And he have been very vocal in saying that because of his prayers to Saint Rita of Cascia and his desire to help the poor, he was blessed by the Lord with the ability to heal.
I have heard about similar miracles stories like this. And often time I do not know how to take such stories. More often than not, I take it with a grain of salt but always with an open mind.
In these modern times, miracles that are religious in nature are often met with indifference and doubt.
Nonetheless, let us be reminded that Saints exists because of miracles. And these miracles are examined, verified and confirmed by the concerned authorities. Which means that miracles do exist and are recognized by the Church, even in these times of skepticism.
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia as My Patron Saint
I am a devotee of Saint Rita of Cascia, I say my intentions to her, and ask for her intercession to the Lord in my behalf.
And I continiously say the novena as a promise to Saint Rita of Cascia.
But then, I am not exclusive to her. I mean I also pray (and prayed) to other Saints like Saint Jude (another favorite one) and Saint Pilomena - albeit I pray to them occasionally. Unlike with Saint Rita of Cascia, to whom I could say I am a 100% devotee.
Would anyone say it is okay for me to have other Saints to pray to even if I spend less time on them compared to my devotion to Saint Rita? I mean - will my prayers and words of intentions to the other saints be appreciated by them even if I am really much more of a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia?
Or is it appropriate that anyone should devote totally to one patron saint, which in my case is Saint Rita of Cascia?
I always hear the saying that "whenever one is an a precarious, desparate or any unwanted situation - he could call for help from all the saints in heaven."
Could anyone comment on this?
And I continiously say the novena as a promise to Saint Rita of Cascia.
But then, I am not exclusive to her. I mean I also pray (and prayed) to other Saints like Saint Jude (another favorite one) and Saint Pilomena - albeit I pray to them occasionally. Unlike with Saint Rita of Cascia, to whom I could say I am a 100% devotee.
Would anyone say it is okay for me to have other Saints to pray to even if I spend less time on them compared to my devotion to Saint Rita? I mean - will my prayers and words of intentions to the other saints be appreciated by them even if I am really much more of a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia?
Or is it appropriate that anyone should devote totally to one patron saint, which in my case is Saint Rita of Cascia?
I always hear the saying that "whenever one is an a precarious, desparate or any unwanted situation - he could call for help from all the saints in heaven."
Could anyone comment on this?
Sunday, June 25, 2006
Veneration of Saint Rita of Cascia and Other Saints
As Roman Catholic, I was taught not to worship and idolize saints (Saint Rita of Cascia included), but only venerate them.
By veneration, I mean show respect or reverence. Saints are special intercessors to the Lord, and while I firmly believe the Jesus Christ is the Only Way, the Truth and the Life - I also believe that saints function like His "assistants" should we wish to convey messages to God, or if we wish to relay prayers of intentions.
I am a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia, and I continiously say her novena as part of my promise to her should my intentions get fullfilled.
I also create this blog, "Saint Rita of Cascia", because only because I promised it too, but more because I truly believe that she is a powerful intercessor, and that more should know about her.
Still, I do not worship or idolize Saint Rita of Cascia because it is not proper as a Catholic, but instead venerate her holiness and try to understand her life as a model of a great Christian.
And indeed, Saint Rita of Cascia and all other saints are there as examples and guides for us, helping us live with the Lord in our midst.
By veneration, I mean show respect or reverence. Saints are special intercessors to the Lord, and while I firmly believe the Jesus Christ is the Only Way, the Truth and the Life - I also believe that saints function like His "assistants" should we wish to convey messages to God, or if we wish to relay prayers of intentions.
I am a devotee to Saint Rita of Cascia, and I continiously say her novena as part of my promise to her should my intentions get fullfilled.
I also create this blog, "Saint Rita of Cascia", because only because I promised it too, but more because I truly believe that she is a powerful intercessor, and that more should know about her.
Still, I do not worship or idolize Saint Rita of Cascia because it is not proper as a Catholic, but instead venerate her holiness and try to understand her life as a model of a great Christian.
And indeed, Saint Rita of Cascia and all other saints are there as examples and guides for us, helping us live with the Lord in our midst.
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia National Shrine
Saint Rita of Cascia, the Patroness of Hopeless Cases - and the Patron Saint of the Impossible has many churches and shrines in the United States and other parts of the world.
In the United States of America, if you wish to visit the Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia, it is located in the State of Pensylvania.
Its Complete Address is:
1166 South Broad Street,
Philadelphia, Pensylvania 19146
The Shrine started out as a parish for Italian immigrants and settlers in Philadelphia. The Augustinian friars set up a foundation that would fill up their needs. A patron saint was needed, and they chose Saint Rita of Cascia, which is a beloved Italian saint.
The National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia has a strong and steadily growing followers and devotees, both from the local parish and from other places and states. The shrine is open from sun up to sun down every day of the week.
Services offered by the National Shrine of Saint Rita includes daily masses and the Novena to Saint Rita.
The Shrine also has a souvenir corner which sells Saint Rita of Cascia items like novenas, medals, and statues.
In the United States of America, if you wish to visit the Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia, it is located in the State of Pensylvania.
Its Complete Address is:
1166 South Broad Street,
Philadelphia, Pensylvania 19146
The Shrine started out as a parish for Italian immigrants and settlers in Philadelphia. The Augustinian friars set up a foundation that would fill up their needs. A patron saint was needed, and they chose Saint Rita of Cascia, which is a beloved Italian saint.
The National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia has a strong and steadily growing followers and devotees, both from the local parish and from other places and states. The shrine is open from sun up to sun down every day of the week.
Services offered by the National Shrine of Saint Rita includes daily masses and the Novena to Saint Rita.
The Shrine also has a souvenir corner which sells Saint Rita of Cascia items like novenas, medals, and statues.
Sunday, June 18, 2006
Saint Rita of Cascia: Some Facts and Trivia
Here are some interesting facts, information and trivia about Saint Rita of Cascia, the Patron Saint of the Lost Causes.
1. Saint Rita of Cascia’s real Italian name is Rita Lotti.
2. The place of birth of Saint Rita of Cascia is not actually in Cascia by in a place called Roccaporena. She was accepted as a nun in an Augustinian monastery in Cascia, hence the name.
3. Her desire to enter the Monastery of Saint Mary Magdelene as an Augustinian Nun as a story of inspiration which showed her virtue of perseverance.
She was denied acceptance several times in the monastery, because the nuns were afraid they would get involved in the conflict between two families – the same conflict which involved her deceased husband.
Despite the repeated rejection, Saint Rita did not give up. Instead, she worked hard and was successful in reconciling the two conflicting families.
Finally, because of Saint Rita’s perseverance, hard work, and prayers, she was finally accepted to the Monastery.
4. Saint Rita of Cascia is a stigmatist – she suffers the wounds of Jesus Christ, specifically the wound in the middle of her forehead caused by Christ’s crown of thorns.
5. Saint Rita of Cascia was beatified in the year 1627. Canonization followed long after, on May 24, 1900.
6. The feast day of Saint Rita of Cascia is May 22.
1. Saint Rita of Cascia’s real Italian name is Rita Lotti.
2. The place of birth of Saint Rita of Cascia is not actually in Cascia by in a place called Roccaporena. She was accepted as a nun in an Augustinian monastery in Cascia, hence the name.
3. Her desire to enter the Monastery of Saint Mary Magdelene as an Augustinian Nun as a story of inspiration which showed her virtue of perseverance.
She was denied acceptance several times in the monastery, because the nuns were afraid they would get involved in the conflict between two families – the same conflict which involved her deceased husband.
Despite the repeated rejection, Saint Rita did not give up. Instead, she worked hard and was successful in reconciling the two conflicting families.
Finally, because of Saint Rita’s perseverance, hard work, and prayers, she was finally accepted to the Monastery.
4. Saint Rita of Cascia is a stigmatist – she suffers the wounds of Jesus Christ, specifically the wound in the middle of her forehead caused by Christ’s crown of thorns.
5. Saint Rita of Cascia was beatified in the year 1627. Canonization followed long after, on May 24, 1900.
6. The feast day of Saint Rita of Cascia is May 22.
Monday, June 12, 2006
On the Miracles of Saint Rita of Cascia
I have heard about a story of the image of Saint Rita of Cascia that is growing in size and height. The Italian saint's image is supposedly owned by a Filipino, who also claims to have received healing graces from the Lord. He is positive that his prayers to Saint Rita of Casia help him receive God's blessing.
He attributes the healing miracle to the powerful intercession of Saint Rita of Cascia, appropriately known as the Patron Saint of the Impossible. He is thankful that thru Saint Rita of Cascia's assistance and intercession, he was able to enjoy a new lease in life.
While most miracles associated with saints, including Saint Rita of Cascia, are usually blessings involving healing of illnesses and better health, other miracles vary in nature.
It can be financial provisions, emotional relief from the pain of personal tragedies, wishes for members of the families, loved ones and closes, realization of goals, successes in careers and so on. Indeed, the list of intentions is long.
And with all the prayers and intentions granted thru the intercessions of saints, Catholic and Christian devotees are only too thankful to their patron saints for their assistance. Gratitude usually is expressed through more fervent saying of their saint's novena, and the spreading of the information about their saint's miracles.
Saint Rita of Cascia, for me, has been a powerful intercessor to the Lord. And has help me attain my goals especially on the professional aspect of my life. I hope that thru this site, I can effectively spread Saint Rita of Cascia's wonderful miracles.
He attributes the healing miracle to the powerful intercession of Saint Rita of Cascia, appropriately known as the Patron Saint of the Impossible. He is thankful that thru Saint Rita of Cascia's assistance and intercession, he was able to enjoy a new lease in life.
While most miracles associated with saints, including Saint Rita of Cascia, are usually blessings involving healing of illnesses and better health, other miracles vary in nature.
It can be financial provisions, emotional relief from the pain of personal tragedies, wishes for members of the families, loved ones and closes, realization of goals, successes in careers and so on. Indeed, the list of intentions is long.
And with all the prayers and intentions granted thru the intercessions of saints, Catholic and Christian devotees are only too thankful to their patron saints for their assistance. Gratitude usually is expressed through more fervent saying of their saint's novena, and the spreading of the information about their saint's miracles.
Saint Rita of Cascia, for me, has been a powerful intercessor to the Lord. And has help me attain my goals especially on the professional aspect of my life. I hope that thru this site, I can effectively spread Saint Rita of Cascia's wonderful miracles.
Thursday, June 08, 2006
The Love and Patience of Saint Rita of Cascia
I admire and respect Saint Rita of Cascia's virtue of patience, as well as her great and unwavering faith and trust in the Lord.
As a young girl, Saint Rita of Cascia always wanted to enter the monastery and become a nun to be able to fully serve God. But the wishes of her parents prevailed and arrange the marriage between her and the man of their choice.
But her life of marriage and family was on the road of sorrow and pain - her husband was killed. Later on, her twin sons died of natural causes. These deaths in her family left her all alone.
Still, Saint Rita of Cascia offered up her sufferings to the Lord. Consequently she pursued her desire to be a nun and after many rejections was finally able to join the Augustinians.
Her trials and sufferings did not end. In the last years of her life, she bore head wounds caused by Christ's crown of thorns.
Throughout her life, Saint Rita of Cascia wholeheartedly accepted all the sufferings and painful experiences as fate assigned to her by the Lord. Indeed she was full of love and perseverance.
Does any one of us have the same amount of patience? Can we also fully accept whatever our fate is and submit ourselves wholeheartedly to the will of God?
If life seems an impossibity, and you feel like you are going nowhere - pray to God. Ask for Saint Rita of Cascia's powerful intercession for God's graces.
Another title of Saint Rita of Cascia, which she shares with Saint Jude, is the Patron of Hopeless Cases and Lost Causes.
As a young girl, Saint Rita of Cascia always wanted to enter the monastery and become a nun to be able to fully serve God. But the wishes of her parents prevailed and arrange the marriage between her and the man of their choice.
But her life of marriage and family was on the road of sorrow and pain - her husband was killed. Later on, her twin sons died of natural causes. These deaths in her family left her all alone.
Still, Saint Rita of Cascia offered up her sufferings to the Lord. Consequently she pursued her desire to be a nun and after many rejections was finally able to join the Augustinians.
Her trials and sufferings did not end. In the last years of her life, she bore head wounds caused by Christ's crown of thorns.
Throughout her life, Saint Rita of Cascia wholeheartedly accepted all the sufferings and painful experiences as fate assigned to her by the Lord. Indeed she was full of love and perseverance.
Does any one of us have the same amount of patience? Can we also fully accept whatever our fate is and submit ourselves wholeheartedly to the will of God?
If life seems an impossibity, and you feel like you are going nowhere - pray to God. Ask for Saint Rita of Cascia's powerful intercession for God's graces.
Another title of Saint Rita of Cascia, which she shares with Saint Jude, is the Patron of Hopeless Cases and Lost Causes.
Tuesday, June 06, 2006
On Saint Rita of Cascia's Novena and Medals
I have always been a strong devotee of Saint Rita of Cascia. I regularly say the novena of Saint Rita. I fully believe in her - and her commitment to devotees as a special intercessor to the Lord. Whenever an intention of mine is granted (and believe me – my intentions that were granted are many) by the Lord, I attribute the speedy result to Saint Rita of Cascia’s intercession.
Fortunate are those who can go the Italy and visit the major Churches and basilicas there, such as the Saint Peter’s Basilica. Or even Saint Rita’s Church at Cascia, also at Italy. If I am given the chance to visit these places, the first thing that I would try to look for and purchase are Saint Rita of Cascia novena booklet, souvenirs and medals. I wish to express my gratitude for Saint Rita’s intercession by letting known the favors that I received from her. And by distributing Saint Rita of Cascia medals and novena is a great way of doing this.
Saint medals are especially nice to send as gift, they have the embossed picture and name of the saint. It is just like a locket with a picture of your loved one which you would like to look at every so often. Wearing such medals is one way of honoring and respecting your patron saint. In return, wearing it gives you the assurance of the saint’s solid friendship, protection, and her assurance of powerful intercession to the Lord.
In Israel, I had the chance to go to Bethlehem for the 2005 Christmas Mass. Sadly, the bad weather (heavy rains) did not give me the chance to stop by the catholic souvenir store. Maybe this year, I will be able to go again there for the Christmas Mass. And this time I will make sure that I would be able to get for myself some Saint Rita of Cascia medals and novena booklets – for myself and everyone dear to me.
Fortunate are those who can go the Italy and visit the major Churches and basilicas there, such as the Saint Peter’s Basilica. Or even Saint Rita’s Church at Cascia, also at Italy. If I am given the chance to visit these places, the first thing that I would try to look for and purchase are Saint Rita of Cascia novena booklet, souvenirs and medals. I wish to express my gratitude for Saint Rita’s intercession by letting known the favors that I received from her. And by distributing Saint Rita of Cascia medals and novena is a great way of doing this.
Saint medals are especially nice to send as gift, they have the embossed picture and name of the saint. It is just like a locket with a picture of your loved one which you would like to look at every so often. Wearing such medals is one way of honoring and respecting your patron saint. In return, wearing it gives you the assurance of the saint’s solid friendship, protection, and her assurance of powerful intercession to the Lord.
In Israel, I had the chance to go to Bethlehem for the 2005 Christmas Mass. Sadly, the bad weather (heavy rains) did not give me the chance to stop by the catholic souvenir store. Maybe this year, I will be able to go again there for the Christmas Mass. And this time I will make sure that I would be able to get for myself some Saint Rita of Cascia medals and novena booklets – for myself and everyone dear to me.
Monday, June 05, 2006
Novena to Saint Rita of Cascia
Saint Rita of Cascia is the Patron Saint of the Impossible. Through her powerful intercession, numerous prayers were heard. And many wishes, from the simple to the noble, were granted.
I have composed a short and unique prayer, to be said as a novena for Saint Rita of Cascia. I made it short to be intended for people busy in their every day ways, but would still like to pray and communicate to Saint Rita of Cascia, and honor her as an important saint of the Lord.
Short novena to Saint Rita of Cascia
My dear Saint of the Impossible, Saint Rita of Cascia,
The patroness of the people in most need,
Whose words and intercessions before the Lord
are always heard.
I pray to you my petition
And hope that you intercede to the Lord
That it may be granted..
(Here say your petition.)
Hoping fervently that God finds it worthy.
Upon the granting of my request,
I promise to tell everyone of the fulfillment of my wish
Through your powerful intercession.
Amen.
Pray this for 9 consecutive days, and try your best to publish the Saint Rita of Cascia novena if your request through her intercession is granted.
Would you like to spread information about Saint Rita of Cascia? Please buy Saint Rita medal whenever you can and give it to loved ones and friends. It will be a wonderful gift.
I have composed a short and unique prayer, to be said as a novena for Saint Rita of Cascia. I made it short to be intended for people busy in their every day ways, but would still like to pray and communicate to Saint Rita of Cascia, and honor her as an important saint of the Lord.
Short novena to Saint Rita of Cascia
My dear Saint of the Impossible, Saint Rita of Cascia,
The patroness of the people in most need,
Whose words and intercessions before the Lord
are always heard.
I pray to you my petition
And hope that you intercede to the Lord
That it may be granted..
(Here say your petition.)
Hoping fervently that God finds it worthy.
Upon the granting of my request,
I promise to tell everyone of the fulfillment of my wish
Through your powerful intercession.
Amen.
Pray this for 9 consecutive days, and try your best to publish the Saint Rita of Cascia novena if your request through her intercession is granted.
Would you like to spread information about Saint Rita of Cascia? Please buy Saint Rita medal whenever you can and give it to loved ones and friends. It will be a wonderful gift.
Saint Rita of Cascia - Her Life Story
Saint Rita of Cascia (1381) was born in the Italian town of Roccaporena. Her parents, Antonio Lotti and Amata Lotti, are already old when she was conceived and because of this, her parents were very grateful to the Lord – and considered Rita as His gift to them.
In her younger years, Saint Rita of Cascia was inclined to enter and join the community of the Augustinian nuns. Unfortunately, Saint Rita’s parents promise to Paolo Mancini their daughter’s hand in marriage. St. Rita dutifully obeyed the wishes of her parents and fully accepted her fate to marry Paolo.
Their marriage was gifted with twin sons, and St Rita content herself in doing the daily matters as wife and mother. Unfortunately, Paolo, who works as a watchman, considered a job exposed to danger, was ambushed and killed on his way home.
Because of Paolo’s death, Rita became concerned about the safety of her sons. She was worried that her sons would seek revenge for their father’s death, and ultimately suffer the same fate. St Rita prayed hard for her sons. Eventually, her twin sons died early of natural death. St Rita’s prayers spared them of the feeling of hatred and revenge and the possible commission of murder. Instead, they died in peace and for this St Rita was thankful to the Lord.
With her husband and sons all gone, Rita again expressed and worked on her wishes to join the Augustinian Nuns. Initially, she was not accepted to the community but with her persistence and fervent prayers – as well as requests for assistance from her favorite saints Augustine, Nicholas, and John the Baptist – she was finally able to secure entry to the Augustinian community.
The next 40 years of her life saw St Rita devoting herself to a life, prayer, and works and deeds of charity as dictated by the rules of St Augustine.
At age 60, while meditating before the cross, a wound seeming afflicted by a thorn appeared on her forehead. St Rita began boring the sign of stigmatization which is considered being one with Jesus. Because of the stigmata, she suffered in pain for the next 15 years which she courageously accepted.
In her last years, one meaningful miracle attached to her was when she requested for a rose from her parent’s garden. The person whom St Rita told about this request went and indeed saw the rose blossoming in the garden of St Rita’s parents. Immediately, she picked up the flower and brought it to St Rita. Hence, Saint Rita of Cascia is also known as the Saint of the Rose.
Saint Rita died on the 22nd of May, 1457. Her intact body is kept and honored in the shrine at her hometown on Cascia.
Saint Rita Medal and novena booklets are available in most Catholic Churches in your area - feel free to visit your church and secure for yourself a Saint Rita Medal.
In her younger years, Saint Rita of Cascia was inclined to enter and join the community of the Augustinian nuns. Unfortunately, Saint Rita’s parents promise to Paolo Mancini their daughter’s hand in marriage. St. Rita dutifully obeyed the wishes of her parents and fully accepted her fate to marry Paolo.
Their marriage was gifted with twin sons, and St Rita content herself in doing the daily matters as wife and mother. Unfortunately, Paolo, who works as a watchman, considered a job exposed to danger, was ambushed and killed on his way home.
Because of Paolo’s death, Rita became concerned about the safety of her sons. She was worried that her sons would seek revenge for their father’s death, and ultimately suffer the same fate. St Rita prayed hard for her sons. Eventually, her twin sons died early of natural death. St Rita’s prayers spared them of the feeling of hatred and revenge and the possible commission of murder. Instead, they died in peace and for this St Rita was thankful to the Lord.
With her husband and sons all gone, Rita again expressed and worked on her wishes to join the Augustinian Nuns. Initially, she was not accepted to the community but with her persistence and fervent prayers – as well as requests for assistance from her favorite saints Augustine, Nicholas, and John the Baptist – she was finally able to secure entry to the Augustinian community.
The next 40 years of her life saw St Rita devoting herself to a life, prayer, and works and deeds of charity as dictated by the rules of St Augustine.
At age 60, while meditating before the cross, a wound seeming afflicted by a thorn appeared on her forehead. St Rita began boring the sign of stigmatization which is considered being one with Jesus. Because of the stigmata, she suffered in pain for the next 15 years which she courageously accepted.
In her last years, one meaningful miracle attached to her was when she requested for a rose from her parent’s garden. The person whom St Rita told about this request went and indeed saw the rose blossoming in the garden of St Rita’s parents. Immediately, she picked up the flower and brought it to St Rita. Hence, Saint Rita of Cascia is also known as the Saint of the Rose.
Saint Rita died on the 22nd of May, 1457. Her intact body is kept and honored in the shrine at her hometown on Cascia.
Saint Rita Medal and novena booklets are available in most Catholic Churches in your area - feel free to visit your church and secure for yourself a Saint Rita Medal.
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