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Saint Pio of Pietrelcina

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Saint Pio of Pietrelcina: A Concise Guide to His Life and Miracles

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Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, born Francesco Forgione, was an Italian friar, priest, and mystic who became widely venerated during his life and is now a saint by the Roman Catholic Church. Born in 1887 in the small village of Pietrelcina, southern Italy, Saint Pio entered the Capuchin order of Franciscan friars at the age of 15 and was ordained a priest in 1910. Throughout his life, he was known for his deep spirituality, humility, and remarkable ability to bring comfort and guidance to those in need.

Short prayer before Confession - square - AvePray

Prayer before Confession

Loving and merciful God, I come before Your throne of forgiveness and reconciliation. Help me remember the sins and faults I committed in the past. Grant me a humble heart. Enable me to accept my weakness and rely on Your mercy and pardon. Help me to amend my life. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Prayer for patients in hospital

Almighty and eternal God, we pray for all those suffering from various ailments. Give them the courage and hope they require right now and every day. May Your calmness envelop them as You ease their suffering and allay their fears. Send Your blessing to everyone who is ill and to those who care for them so that the triumph of the resurrected Christ may overcome all sickness and suffering. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.