Thy word, to send us worthy pastors, and to grant that they may edify the flock, destroy errors and abuses, root out vice, dispel ignorance, and establish Thy reign in the souls Thou hast redeemed with Thy blood. Bless all Religious, that they may be faithful to their holy calling, and labor earnestly for Thy glory and for the salvation of souls. Reign Thou, O Christ, over all men by Thy love. O Word of God, made flesh, grant us the grace that we may be admitted to the kingdom of Thy glory. Amen.
A Prayer After Mass
I GIVE Thee thanks, O my God, for having permitted me to assist at this Holy Sacrifice. I humbly ask pardon for all the negligences and distractions of which I have been guilty. Eternal praise be given to Thy holy name for all the privileges bestowed on the Blessed Virgin Mary, whom Thou didst preserve from the stain of original sin, and didst make worthy to be the Mother of our Redeemer. Thou didst place her on a throne of glory to be Queen of heaven and earth. I rejoice at her glory, because she is the Mother of Jesus, and my Mother also. O loving Mother, protect thy children, and conduct
