Opening Prayer for Day 4
Heavenly Father, as we gather to pray on this fourth day of the novena in honor of Saint Lawrence, we thank you for the gift of his life and witness. Help us to grow in understanding and appreciation of his sacrificial love and steadfast faith. Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may we be strengthened in our own commitment to follow Christ and to bear witness to the Gospel, even in the face of adversity (Pause & add your intentions). We ask this in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Life, Examples & Legacies (Part 4)
Saint Lawrence’s life was characterized by a profound love for the Eucharist, the source and summit of the Christian faith. As a deacon, he had the privilege of assisting in the celebration of the Holy Mass. He recognized the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist and cherished this gift with all his heart. During the Roman persecution, Lawrence’s devotion to the Eucharist was put to the test. The authorities demanded that he hand over the sacred vessels used in the celebration of the Mass. In response, Lawrence presented the poor, the suffering, and the marginalized as the true vessels of Christ’s love and presence. This bold act of defiance highlighted his understanding that the true treasure of the Church was not in material possessions but in the living body of Christ present in the faithful. In our own lives, the Eucharist remains a central source of grace and strength. When we participate in the Mass and receive the Body and Blood of Christ, we are nourished and empowered to live out our faith in the world. Saint Lawrence’s deep love for the Eucharist reminds us of the immeasurable gift we receive at every Communion and encourages us to approach the sacrament with reverence and gratitude.
Meditation for Day 4
Let us take a moment to reflect on the significance of the Eucharist in our lives. Do we approach the Mass with a heart full of love and reverence for Christ’s presence? Are we aware of the profound gift we receive in Communion? May the example of Saint Lawrence deepen our appreciation for the Eucharist and lead us to cherish it as the source of our spiritual strength and the bond of unity with the entire Body of Christ.
Scriptural Reflection
- Matthew 10:28: “And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.”
Litany of Saint Lawrence
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us.
Christ, graciously hear us.
God the Father of heaven, have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, one God, have mercy on us.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
Saint Lawrence, pray for us.
Beloved son of the Church, pray for us.
Courageous martyr of Christ, pray for us.
Zealous defender of the faith, pray for us.
Lover of the poor, pray for us.
Servant of the suffering, pray for us.
Patron of deacons, pray for us.
Example of virtue, pray for us.
Faithful follower of Christ, pray for us.
Hope of the hopeless, pray for us.
Man of unshakable faith, pray for us.
Witness to the Gospel, pray for us.
Lover of God’s creation, pray for us.
Holy Lawrence, pray for us.
Concluding Prayer
God of mercy, on this fourth day of the novena, we ask you to grant us a deeper understanding of the significance of the Eucharist in our lives. Like Saint Lawrence, may we cherish this sacrament as the real presence of your Son, Jesus Christ, and find in it the strength to bear witness to our faith even in challenging times. Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may our lives be transformed by the power of the Eucharist, and may we be ever more faithful and loving disciples of your Son. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Through the intercession of St. Lawrence, deacon & martyr, may Almighty God bless us + in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Shalom!
Fr. Chinaka Justin Mbaeri, OSJ
Paroquia Nossa Senhora de Loreto, São Paulo, Brazil
nozickcjoe@gmail.com / fadacjay@gmail.com
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PS: Have you prayed your Rosary today?
In response, Lawrence presented the poor, the suffering, and the marginalized as the true vessels of Christ’s love and presence. This bold act of defiance highlighted his understanding that the true treasure of the Church was not in material possessions but in the living body of Christ present in the faithful.
St. Lawrence, grant me the grace of understanding the mystery of Christ body , the church. Amen.
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May God grant me the grace to have faith as strong as that of St. Lawrence even in my most trying situations. Amen
Like St Lawrence, may we cherish the Sacrament, as the real presence of Jesus Christ and find it as a strength to bear witness of our faith, even in challenging times. Amen.
Almighty and Ever lasting God, I pray for a strong faith, as that of St. Lawrence, in my journey with God, Amen
Through the example of St. Lawrence may we have proper reverence for the Eucharist so GRACIOUSLY given us each day.
Amen, st Lawrence pray for us.
St Lawrence, Patron of deacons, pray for us. Amen
Courageous martyr of Christ, pray for us. Amen
St. Lawrence, pray for us
Hope of the hopeless, pray for us. Amen.
Saint Lawrence, servant of the suffering pray for us
Lover of the poor pray for us.
St Lawrence, through your example, may we have a deeper and fervent love of the Eucharist. Amen
St Lawrence pray for us Amen
May the Lord hear our prayers through the intercession of St Lawrence through Christ our Lord. Amen
May we imitate St Lawrence in his care and selfless service to the poor and needy around us, and may we be steadfast in trusting God and his plans for us, Amen. St Lawrence, pray for us
Witness to the Gospel, pray for us.
St Lawrence Patron of Deacons pray for us
St Lawrence please come to my aid as I write my exams Amen
Saint Lawrence pray for me and my family
May we truly gain more understanding of the holy Eucharist through this novena. Amen St Lawrence, pray for us
St Lawrence, faithful follower of Christ, pray for us.
St Lawrence pray for us
Through st Lawrence may we recognise the power of the Eucharist…Amen
St Lawrence pray for us
Through the intercession of St Lawrence may God bless us all in Jesus name Amen
St Lawrence pray for us
I pray that God Almighty will make us men of unshakable faith in this perilous time. Amen
ST Lawrence
Pray for us to obtain the necessary help from God
St Lawrence, please help me to realize the significance of Eucharist in my life and approach the Mass with a heart full of love and reverence for Christ’s presence.
St Lawrence, hope of the hopeless, pray for us, Amen
St Lawrence continue to pray for us
St. Lawrence…pray for us
St Lawrence pray for us
Oh dear st Lawrence,I pray for d grace to show empathy to d poor and marginalize
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St. Lawrence, pray for us Amen
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We continue to thank the Almighty God for the life of all His Priests. St. Lawrence Pray for us.
May the example of Saint Lawrence deepen our appreciation for the Holy Eucharist. Amen
St Lawrence pray to God to give me the grace to adore and understand the mistery of the holy Eucharist Amen
St. Lawrence, pray for Us
Oh St Lawrence, cause us to love the Holy Eucharist like you did.
St. Lawrence, pray for us in these challenging times.
St. Lawrence, Pray for us. AMEN!
Glory to Jesus
The Novena to St Lawrence has been an overly spiritually rewarding and uplifting experience. May God see us through to the end and continue granting all our hearts’ desires through Christ. Amen.
St Lawrence intercede for us…Amen
St Lawrence, Pray for us!
St Lawrence, help me that like you l may gain a profound love for the Holy Eucharist.
Through the intercession of Saint Lawrence, may our lives be transformed by the power of the Eucharist, and may we be ever more faithful and loving disciples of your Son. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.