May the Fourth

Flammarion Woodcut 1888

Almighty God, King of Heaven: Grant, we beseech thee, that as we go forth against the forces of darkness, so we may be prevented by the force of thy Holy Spirit and all the heavenly host; that at the last we may enter into the Kingdom of Peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. . . . → Read More: May the Fourth

Saint Monnica

Monica of Hippo by Benozzo Gozzoli (1420–1497)

Almighty God, who didst graciously hear the prayers of blessed Monnica for the conversion of Augustine her son: Grant that we in our intercession may likewise never falter in love nor be wearied in asking; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee . . . → Read More: Saint Monnica