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Five Finger Prayer
- The thumb points to you so you remember your family and all who are close to you.
- The ‘index’ finger is the pointer finger. On this digit, you remember those who teach you and all who point the way for you, or who warn you of danger.
- The middle finger is the largest finger. On this finger, you pray for all who lead us, such all who are in public office both in civil society and in the Church.
- The ring finger is the weakest of all the fingers. On this finger, you remember all who are sick, elderly, or have any kind of disability.
- The pinky finger is the smallest finger. On this finger, you remember to pray for yourself and all your needs.
When you pray the Rosary, you can use this prayer for the intentions for each of the five groups.
Prayer to St. Michael
Holy Michael the archangel,
defend us in battle.
Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray;
and do you, O Prince of the heavenly host,
by the divine power thrust into hell
Satan and all the other evil spirits
who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
Spiritual Communion
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if You were already there
and unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Diocesan Prayer
Heavenly Father,
with the redeeming cross of Christ Jesus your Son,
and the gifts of your Holy Spirit,
renew and strengthen us,
so that by our prayer, fasting, and almsgiving
we may foster Holy Disciples, Holy Families and Holy Vocations,
so as to become a more Holy Diocese of Toledo.
We turn to Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary,
for her intercession and never failing prayers.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen. -
