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Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord (Psalms 33:12).

Eternal God,
Stir thou our minds and stimulate our hearts with a high sense of patriotism as we approach the Fourth of July.
May all that this day symbolizes renew our faith in freedom, our devotion to democracy, and redouble our efforts to keep a government of the people, by the people, and for the people truly alive in our world.

Grant that we may highly resolve on this great day to dedicate ourselves anew to the task of ushering in an era when good will shall live in the hearts of a free people, justice shall be the light to guide their feet, and peace shall be the goal of humankind: to the glory of thy holy name and the good of our nation and of all mankind.

Amen.

God of power and mercy, you destroy war and put down earthly pride.

Banish violence from our midst and wipe away our tears, that we may all deserve to be called your sons and daughters.

Keep in your mercy those men and women who have died in the cause of freedom and bring them safely into your kingdom of justice and peace.

We ask this through Jesus Christ Our Lord.

Amen.

On this day 18 September 2021 we bear witness to the ordination of The VRCC virtual priesthood of The thaindom of the shire.

Father in heaven, we rejoice in what You have done in the lives of he who is to be ordained today. And today he stands on the threshold of a lifetime of vitual ministry. Our passionate concern, Lord, is that You will use him way beyond his highest expectation. We know that You are “able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us.” And today we thank You for his friends, teachers, mentors—godly men and women who have prepared him uniquely for the occasion to which You are calling him.

And we pray that You will keep him clean from the midst of a corrupt generation. May he shine his light in the midst of a darkened world. We pray that God will use him with increasing effectiveness for His greater glory. Your Word tells us that when You call us to do anything, You will always provide the resources needed. And may he draw deeply from the rich well of grace. We are excited to think of how desperately he is needed—men who are committed to the gospel of the grace of God, the exposition of the Word of God, and the faithful and loving service in the will of God. Keep him on his knees, learning the power of prayer and always asking the question, “Is it really worth doing anything if I can do it without prayer?” Give him the passion of our Savior who at the end of His life commanded His disciples, “Go therefore and make disciples” (Matthew 28:19).

Father, as a good Shepherd, go before him, lead him in a plain path to do Your will and to do it courageously. Keep him from sin and humble him under the mighty hand of God. Multiply his giftedness to extend and enrich the body of Christ. Reproduce in him the body of Christ, the heart of Christ, and the life of Christ. Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified. And we ask it expectantly and believingly in the wonderful name of our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Ho, all who are thirsty, Come for water, Even if you have no money; Come, buy food and eat:
Buy food without money,
Wine and milk without cost.

-Isaiah 55:1

O Lord our God,
make us watchful and cheerful
as we await the coming of your Son,Christ our Lord,
that when he comes and knocks,
he will find us not sleeping in sins
but awake and rejoicing in his praises;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Pax et bonum, brethren, my name is Charles, I am a new seminarian. Thank you all for accepting me in the seminary. I shall do my best!

Charles, of Cretoia-Slrathria,

The following is required of seminarians. The correct response is "I will."

Will you promise to:

1. Remain pure of spirit?

2. Obey the prelature pope?

3. Conduct yourself with dignity?

4. Promote and defend the Catholic faith?

CrimsonScribbles wrote:

Charles, of Cretoia-Slrathria,

The following is required of seminarians. The correct response is "I will."

Will you promise to:

1. Remain pure of spirit?

I will

CrimsonScribbles wrote:

Will you promise to:

2. Obey the prelature pope?

I will

CrimsonScribbles wrote:

Will you promise to:

3. Conduct yourself with dignity?

I will

CrimsonScribbles wrote:

Will you promise to:

4. Promote and defend the Catholic faith?

I will

Lord,

Would you bring your strength and peace to your people!
Would your presence be felt by all who seek you in a powerful way in this Advent season.
Turn the hearts of mankind towards you.
We pray that the lost turn to you and find an unshakable peace that nothing else in this world can offer.

Amen.

O sweet Child of Bethlehem,
Grant that we may share with all our hearts in this profound mystery of Christmas.
Put into the hearts of men and women this peace for which they sometimes seek so desperately and which you alone can give to them.
Help them to know one another better,
and to live as brothers and sisters, children of the same Father.
Reveal to them also your beauty, holiness and purity.
Awaken in their hearts love and gratitude for your infinite goodness.
Join them all together in your love. And give us your heavenly peace.
Amen.

May the spirit of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love be fruitful in our hearts as we celebrate Jesus, born God, took form of man, died a man, and rose again as man.

Glory to God in the Highest, and peace and good will to God's people on earth!

Merry Christmas to you all!

May your year be filled with peace, prosperity and love. May God's blessings shower upon you and bestow upon each of you a bright, healthy and peaceful new year.

On this day 8 January 2022 we bear witness to the ordination of Cretoia-Slrathria.

Father in heaven, we rejoice in what You have done in the lives of he who is to be ordained today. And today he stands on the threshold of a lifetime of vitual ministry. Our passionate concern, Lord, is that You will use him way beyond his highest expectation. We know that You are “able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us.” And today we thank You for his friends, teachers, mentors—godly men and women who have prepared him uniquely for the occasion to which You are calling him.

And we pray that You will keep him clean from the midst of a corrupt generation. May he shine his light in the midst of a darkened world. We pray that God will use him with increasing effectiveness for His greater glory. Your Word tells us that when You call us to do anything, You will always provide the resources needed. And may he draw deeply from the rich well of grace. We are excited to think of how desperately he is needed—men who are committed to the gospel of the grace of God, the exposition of the Word of God, and the faithful and loving service in the will of God. Keep him on his knees, learning the power of prayer and always asking the question, “Is it really worth doing anything if I can do it without prayer?” Give him the passion of our Savior who at the end of His life commanded His disciples, “Go therefore and make disciples” (Matthew 28:19).

Father, as a good Shepherd, go before him, lead him in a plain path to do Your will and to do it courageously. Keep him from sin and humble him under the mighty hand of God. Multiply his giftedness to extend and enrich the body of Christ. Reproduce in him the body of Christ, the heart of Christ, and the life of Christ. Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified. And we ask it expectantly and believingly in the wonderful name of our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Congratulations, Father Charles.

Thank you. I am glad to be of service to everyone. It is actually a dream of mine to be a priest. I love how things go so well, the mysteries of the will of the Father is wonderful. Just recently, my phone had a notification from this Bible App that gives you daily bible verses, and it is Luke 9:23-24 23.

"Then He said to them all, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me. 24 For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it."

I just want to say I am very glad. And I hope to share the spirit of gladness, and the burning zeal of love within my hearts with all of you, although virtually.

Again, Thank you!! :D

O Prince of Peace, once more we hear the guns
of war, once more we see the faces of
frightened children. We pray for the people of
Ukraine that they may be granted peace.
We pray for the people of Russia that they may
demand peace. We pray for our country that
we may be a positive part of peacemaking in
this world. O Prince of Peace, lead us from this
dark time to a deeper understanding of the
global human family so that all may break
bread together in the secure embrace of
peace.
Amen.

De illuminare wrote:

Did you know the word Vatican means prophetic serpent?

Serpent?
Where did 'serpent' come from?
It is derived from the Latin verb vāticinor, which means 'to foretell, prophesy'.

Greetings,

I would like to inform that, the VRCC now has a discord server.

https://discord.gg/mHv5dtK23C

The discord server has no icon yet so, I guess it would be fair to hold a little contest. The PP had told me that there had been no Icon of the VRCC. So it would be a nice opportunity for the VRCC.

Details: Entries will be submitted through the channel #pastoral-centre. Most number of reactions would determine the winner. Submissions will start on April 18 and end on May 18 of this year. Below the belt entries are disqualified automatically.

Have fun and God Bless!

This event link also serves as an invite link. Though this link expires within 7 days.

https://discord.gg/h8gH5632?event=961506538760044594

All-powerful, eternal God,
You have chosen to give mankind a model of humility;
our Savior took on our flesh, and subjected Himself to the Cross.
Grant us the grace to preserve faithfully the lessons
He has given us in his Passion and to have a share in His resurrection.
This we ask of You through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son.

Amen.

Soul of Christ, sanctify me.
Body of Christ, save me.
Blood of Christ, inebriate me.
Water from the side of Christ, wash me.
Passion of Christ, strengthen me.
O good Jesus, hear me.
Within your wounds conceal me.
Do not permit me to be parted from you.
From the evil foe protect me.
At the hour of my death call me.
And bid me come to you,
to praise you with all your saints
for ever and ever.
Amen.