Prayer to Our Lady of Good Counsel

Patroness of the National Council of Catholic Women

God of Heavenly Wisdom, You have given us Mary, Mother of Jesus, to be our guide and counselor. Grant that we may always seek her motherly help in this life and so enjoy her blessed presence in the life to come.

Oh, Mother of Good Counsel, Patroness of the National Council of Catholic Women, intercede for us, that we may be wise, courageous and loving leaders of the Church.

Help us, dear Mother, to know the mind of Jesus, your Son. May the Holy Spirit fill us with reverence for God’s creation and compassion for all God’s children. May our labors of love on earth enhance the reign of God and may God’s gifts of faith and living hope prepare us for the fullness of the world to come. Amen.

Prayer to End Domestic Violence

(Please pray on the First Saturday of every month to end domestic violence)

O God, our world at times is divided and hostile. Some people consider themselves dominant over others based on gender, race, color, class or status. Through your Son's cross our world can be reconciled; the walls of hostility can be broken. We pray for all women who experience the pain and suffering of violence, that they may feel your healing touch and be at peace in your living embrace. We pray for those who victimize and abuse others, that they may see the errors of their sins and seek repentance.

 Through the intercession of Our Lady of Good Counsel, may we understand and support those who may come to us for help. We ask these things through Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen

Prayer in Honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Mother of Perpetual Help –Mother of Good Counsel

Let us pray: Almighty God, Life is your most sacred gift. You implanted life in Mary and she gave birth to the Savior of the World.

You share divine life with each of us and ask us to share your saving love with all those we meet.

May we join Mary and say “Yes” to all that you call us to be and do. We ask this through Christ our Lord.  Amen