OnlySunshine Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I thought it would be a great idea for all of us who are seeking employment to begin a 9-day novena to St. Joseph for his intercession in helping us find a job. I just began mine tonight and plan to continue praying it through May 23rd. If you would like to join in, I've included the novena prayer and the Memorare to St. Joseph and will post it for these nine days in hopes that it will help me remember. [i][center] O good father Joseph! I beg you, by all your sufferings, sorrows and joys, to obtain for me what I ask. (Mention your intention(s) here....) Obtain for all those who have asked my prayers, everything that is useful to them in the plan of God. Be near to me in my last moments, that I may eternally sing the praises of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Amen. Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be... [b] Memorare to St. Joseph[/b] Remember, O most illustrious Patriarch St. Joseph, on the testimony of St. Teresa, thy devoted servant, never hath it been heard that anyone who has invoked thy protection or sought thy mediation has not obtained relief. In this confidence I come before thee, my loving protector, chaste Spouse of Mary, foster-father of the Savior of men and dispenser of the treasures of His Sacred Heart. Despise not my earnest prayer but graciously hear and obtain my petition. Let us pray... O God, who by thy ineffable Providence did vouchsafe to choose blessed Joseph for the spouse of Thy most holy mother; grant we beseech Thee, that he whom we venerate as our protector on earth may be our intercessor in heaven. Amen. May the Divine Assistance remain with us always, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.[/center][/i] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I'll pray along with ya. I'm a day behind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) [quote name='Ash Wednesday' timestamp='1305566040' post='2242349'] I'll pray along with ya. I'm a day behind. [/quote] LOL, don't worry about that. Just do it at your own pace. [center][i][u]Day 2[/u] O good father Joseph! I beg you, by all your sufferings, sorrows and joys, to obtain for me what I ask. (Mention your intention(s) here....) Obtain for all those who have asked my prayers, everything that is useful to them in the plan of God. Be near to me in my last moments, that I may eternally sing the praises of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Amen. Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be... [b] Memorare to St. Joseph[/b] Remember, O most illustrious Patriarch St. Joseph, on the testimony of St. Teresa, thy devoted servant, never hath it been heard that anyone who has invoked thy protection or sought thy mediation has not obtained relief. In this confidence I come before thee, my loving protector, chaste Spouse of Mary, foster-father of the Savior of men and dispenser of the treasures of His Sacred Heart. Despise not my earnest prayer but graciously hear and obtain my petition. Let us pray... O God, who by thy ineffable Providence did vouchsafe to choose blessed Joseph for the spouse of Thy most holy mother; grant we beseech Thee, that he whom we venerate as our protector on earth may be our intercessor in heaven. Amen. May the Divine Assistance remain with us always, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.[/i][/center] Edited May 16, 2011 by MaterMisericordiae Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 [center][i][b]Day 3[/b] O good father Joseph! I beg you, by all your sufferings, sorrows and joys, to obtain for me what I ask. (Mention your intention(s) here....) Obtain for all those who have asked my prayers, everything that is useful to them in the plan of God. Be near to me in my last moments, that I may eternally sing the praises of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Amen. Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be... [b] Memorare to St. Joseph[/b] Remember, O most illustrious Patriarch St. Joseph, on the testimony of St. Teresa, thy devoted servant, never hath it been heard that anyone who has invoked thy protection or sought thy mediation has not obtained relief. In this confidence I come before thee, my loving protector, chaste Spouse of Mary, foster-father of the Savior of men and dispenser of the treasures of His Sacred Heart. Despise not my earnest prayer but graciously hear and obtain my petition. Let us pray... O God, who by thy ineffable Providence did vouchsafe to choose blessed Joseph for the spouse of Thy most holy mother; grant we beseech Thee, that he whom we venerate as our protector on earth may be our intercessor in heaven. Amen. May the Divine Assistance remain with us always, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. [/i][/center] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Normile Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Well as usual I am late, but inspired by your words to Ash Wednesday I am starting out today and will be a few days behind. Thanks for posting this, I always pray the Saint Joseph prayer for employment as I have never seen this prayer. ed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 [quote name='Ed Normile' timestamp='1305673119' post='2243011'] Well as usual I am late, but inspired by your words to Ash Wednesday I am starting out today and will be a few days behind. Thanks for posting this, I always pray the Saint Joseph prayer for employment as I have never seen this prayer. ed [/quote] No problem! I have definitely been feeling better since starting my novena. I feel reassured that there is a beautiful, holy saint backing me up and praying for me. I love St. Joseph, but I don't come to him too often, and I feel really bad about that. I'm definitely going to be more devoted to him from now on. I adore the Holy Family so much. A real powerhouse of prayer they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 [size="7"]ST. JOSEPH DOESN'T MESS AROUND I GOT A JOB[/size] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 [quote name='Ash Wednesday' timestamp='1305730426' post='2243200'] [size="7"]ST. JOSEPH DOESN'T MESS AROUND I GOT A JOB[/size] [/quote] Wow!!! That was quick! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 18, 2011 Author Share Posted May 18, 2011 (edited) [center][i][u][b]Day 4[/b][/u] O good father Joseph! I beg you, by all your sufferings, sorrows and joys, to obtain for me what I ask. (Mention your intention(s) here....) Obtain for all those who have asked my prayers, everything that is useful to them in the plan of God. Be near to me in my last moments, that I may eternally sing the praises of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Amen. Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be... [u][b] Memorare to St. Joseph[/b][/u] Remember, O most illustrious Patriarch St. Joseph, on the testimony of St. Teresa, thy devoted servant, never hath it been heard that anyone who has invoked thy protection or sought thy mediation has not obtained relief. In this confidence I come before thee, my loving protector, chaste Spouse of Mary, foster-father of the Savior of men and dispenser of the treasures of His Sacred Heart. Despise not my earnest prayer but graciously hear and obtain my petition. Let us pray... O God, who by thy ineffable Providence did vouchsafe to choose blessed Joseph for the spouse of Thy most holy mother; grant we beseech Thee, that he whom we venerate as our protector on earth may be our intercessor in heaven. Amen. May the Divine Assistance remain with us always, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. [/i][/center] Edited May 18, 2011 by MaterMisericordiae Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 19, 2011 Author Share Posted May 19, 2011 [center][i][u][b]Day 5[/b][/u] O good father Joseph! I beg you, by all your sufferings, sorrows and joys, to obtain for me what I ask. (Mention your intention(s) here....) Obtain for all those who have asked my prayers, everything that is useful to them in the plan of God. Be near to me in my last moments, that I may eternally sing the praises of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Amen. Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be... [u][b]Memorare to St. Joseph[/b][/u] Remember, O most illustrious Patriarch St. Joseph, on the testimony of St. Teresa, thy devoted servant, never hath it been heard that anyone who has invoked thy protection or sought thy mediation has not obtained relief. In this confidence I come before thee, my loving protector, chaste Spouse of Mary, foster-father of the Savior of men and dispenser of the treasures of His Sacred Heart. Despise not my earnest prayer but graciously hear and obtain my petition. Let us pray... O God, who by thy ineffable Providence did vouchsafe to choose blessed Joseph for the spouse of Thy most holy mother; grant we beseech Thee, that he whom we venerate as our protector on earth may be our intercessor in heaven. Amen. May the Divine Assistance remain with us always, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. [/i][/center] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 19, 2011 Author Share Posted May 19, 2011 I really want to thank all those who are praying for me and who have offered to help. May God bless you all. Amen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 I am continuing to pray for you and everyone looking for work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 19, 2011 Author Share Posted May 19, 2011 [quote name='Ash Wednesday' timestamp='1305838478' post='2243655'] I am continuing to pray for you and everyone looking for work. [/quote] Thank you very much. I have been having crying spells the last few days because I cannot stop thinking about it. I hate being out of work, but at the same time, the application process is so tiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissScripture Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 [quote name='Ash Wednesday' timestamp='1305730426' post='2243200'] [size="7"]ST. JOSEPH DOESN'T MESS AROUND I GOT A JOB[/size] [/quote] amesome! CONGRATULATIONS! YAY FOR ST. JOSEPH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Wednesday Posted May 20, 2011 Share Posted May 20, 2011 (edited) [quote name='MissScripture' timestamp='1305847303' post='2243703'] amesome! CONGRATULATIONS! YAY FOR ST. JOSEPH! [/quote] Thank you ma'am! I also prayed a novena to St. Jude at the same time...no holding back, double-barreled shotgun prayer. [quote name='MaterMisericordiae' timestamp='1305844480' post='2243684'] Thank you very much. I have been having crying spells the last few days because I cannot stop thinking about it. I hate being out of work, but at the same time, the application process is so tiring. [/quote] Been there. I did a lot of "rosary walks" and daily mass really helped especially when I'd get super agitated and down in the dumps. [b]Staying busy is really important.[/b] Helps to be "monk like" -- structuring the day to feel "normal" and keep the mind off things when you're not making applications, doing lots of prayer and cleaning, kitchen and yard work, etc. Edited May 20, 2011 by Ash Wednesday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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