Prayer to San Lorenzo Ruiz
First Filipino Martyr and Saint
Feast September 28


Beloved saints Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila and Martyr Companions: you who experienced the supreme sacrifice of martyrdom for the proclamation of the Christian faith, inspire us with your strenght and firmness of conviction to withstand the adversities of our lives and the difficulties of our existence.

Teach us with your marvelous example and saintly wisdom to turn trials onto blessings, by showing us          the glory that comes from discovering the redemptive power of God's love.

When times are full of grief, when moments are confused with worry, let us feel your presence in our midst, so thsat we will be aware tyhat you are by our side, strenghtening us and interceding for us befroe Almighty God thsat we may have patience in our sufferings and consolation in our hardships.

Help us realize that only in knowing our weakness can be strong, only in undergoing sadness can we find real happiness, and only in passing through trials and distress can we find peace, encouragement, and spiritual joy. Amen