In honor of the first annual World Day for Grandparents, the Rosary Group would like to invite all parishioners to join together in prayer to Saints Ann and Joachim, the parents of the Blessed Mother and the grandparents of Jesus, and patrons of grandparents on their feast day, Monday July 26th after the 8:30 am Mass. The prayer is below.

 

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Patrons of Grandparents

Saint Ann and Saint Joachim, I am an anxious grandparent who worries and prays for my grandchildren. They are confronted with a life full of obstacles, dangers and difficult issues. They are not always aware of them. I beg you to take them under your protection, because you took such good care of your Grandson, Jesus.
You taught your daughter, Mary, to observe the Commandments and to love God and neighbor. Now I entrust my grandchildren to you.
How delighted you were when your Grandson Jesus was born! Out of that same love for Him, please extend your protection to my grandchildren. Some are still young while others have grown up and are facing life’s responsibilities. Bless them all. Help them discover the importance of prayer, the beauty of Christian values and love of the Lord! Keep them from danger, harm, temptations, and all obstacles to their true happiness!
Saint Ann and Saint Joachim, please keep all grandparents and grandchildren in your loving care.

Amen