Light a Candle
The offering of a burning candle before our altars and shrines is an act of prayer to God, our blessed Mother, or the saints.
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The offering of a burning candle before our altars and shrines is an act of prayer to God, our blessed Mother, or the saints.
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Read More +This devotion to St. Anthony goes back to the Thirteenth Century. It isa source of many favors and graces and is of great aid to the poor and needy.
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St. Anthony of Padua is popular the world over. There is devotion to him in every region and corner of the world. Not surprisingly, he has a special place in the hearts of even those not of the Catholic faith. Portugese by birth, he is universally called St. Anthony of Padua, since he died near Padua and the region of northern Italy benefited from his priestly ministry.
Originally, a member of the Canon Regular of St. Augustine, he later became a Franciscan in 1220.
Kind and gracious St. Anthony, hear my petition. Bring me the strength and courage you gave to those who heard you preach and teach in your time on earth.
Quite my Heart, still my fears. Help me become steadfast, strong and believing so that I can wait in joyful hope for the knowledge to understand and do what God wills for me. Hear my humble plea.
Amen