O BLESSED VIRGIN

O Blessed Virgin, grant that we may come to Thy Son through Thee,
who hast found grace, engendered life,
and art the Mother of salvation.
Grant that He may receive us through Thee,
He to whom we were given through Thee.
May Thy wholesomeness excuse our corruption before Him;
may Thy humility, so agreeable to God,
obtain pardon for our vanity;
may the abundance of Thy charity cover the multitude of our sins;
and may Thy glorious fruitfulness,
cause in us the fruitfulness of merit.

Oh, our Sovereign Lady, our Mediatrix, our Advocate:
reconcile us with Thy Son;
recommend us to Thy Son;
present us to Thy Son!

O Blessed Virgin,
through the grace which Thou hast found before God,
through the favor which Thou didst merit,
through the mercy which He hast granted Thee,
grant that He, who,
through Thee deigned to partake of our infirmity and misery,
may make us, through Thee,
share in His glory and beatitude:
Jesus Christ, Thy Son and Our Lord,
who is above all,
God blessed forever and ever.

Amen.
By Saint Bernard of Clairvaux

Mar 19, 2014 - Feast Day of St Joseph

The Prayer to St Joseph:
Oh, St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God. I place in you all my interests and desires. Oh, St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your Divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. Oh, St. Joseph, I never weary of contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss His fine head for me and ask him to return the Kiss when I draw my dying breath. St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls - Pray for Me.

Amen

I created this bracelet with goldtone setting and an amazing medal with image of St. Joseph adorned with rhinestones.

The bracelet adorned with:

Dark red faux pearls 6mm and 12mm

Swirl lampwork beads 18mm

Gemstones:

Pink quartz 8mm

Agate 10mm

Kunzite 10mm

The Patron Saints medals attached are:

St Philomena

Crucifixion

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Miraculous Medal

St Joan of Arc

Praying Hands

Our Lady of Fatima

Silvertone clover

Jesus, Help Me!

Jesus, Help Me! 

In every need let me come to Thee with humble trust, saying, 
Jesus, help me! 
In all my doubts, perplexities, and temptations, 
Jesus, help me! 
In hours of loneliness, weariness and trials,
Jesus, help me!
In the failure of my plans and hopes; in disappointments, troubles and sorrows,
Jesus, help me!
When my heart is cast down by failure, at seeing no good come from my efforts,
Jesus, help me!
When others fail me, and Thy grace alone can assist me,
Jesus, help me!
When I throw myself on Thy tender love as Father and Savior,
Jesus, help me!
When I feel impatient, and my cross irritates me,
Jesus, help me!
When sickness and loneliness overcome me,
Jesus, help me!
Always, in weakness, falls and shortcomings of every kind,
Jesus, help me and never forsake me.

Infinitely merciful Father, I offer You by the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary with St. Joseph, the nine choirs of Angels and all the Saints, the adorations, praises, love and infinite holiness of Your beloved Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, His heart wounded and burning with love, all His blood shed for us, all His sacred wounds and in them my life and sufferings of all people, for my salvation and for the salvation of the whole world, the deliverance of all souls from Purgatory and the praise of Your merciful Father, I offer You the wounds of our Lord Jesus Christ for those in agony today. Amen.

From the Message of Blessed John Paul II for Lent 2002 

We are preparing to follow the path of Lent, which will lead us to the solemn celebration of the central mystery of faith, the mystery of the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ. […] Lent… is a return to the roots of our faith, so that by pondering the measureless gift of grace which is Redemption, we cannot fail to realize that all has been given to us by God’s loving initiative. […]

“What do you have,” Saint Paul asks, “that you did not receive?” (1 Cor 4:7). The demand which follows this recognition is that of loving our brothers and sisters, and of dedicating ourselves to them. […]The command of Jesus is clear: “If you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax-collectors do the same?” (Mt 5:46). The world prizes human relationships based on self-interest and personal gain, and this fosters an egocentric vision of life, in which too often there is no room for the poor and weak. Every person, even the least gifted, must be welcomed and loved for themselves, regardless of their qualities and defects. Indeed, the greater their hardship, the more they must be the object of our practical love. This is the love to which the Church, through her countless institutions, bears witness in accepting responsibility for the sick, the marginalized, the poor and the exploited. In this way, Christians become apostles of hope and builders of the civilization of love. […]

What better time is there than Lent for offering this testimony of gratuitousness which the world so badly needs? In the very love which God has for us, there lies the call to give ourselves freely to others in turn… May it be true of all Christians, whatever the circumstances in which they live.

Painting by J. Kirk Richards.

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. 
(Proverbs 18:21)

Guardian Angel and Child Christian Catholic Charm Bracelet w Patron Saints Medal

I created this bracelet with silvertone setting and an amazing medal with printed image of Guardian Angel Praying With A Child (by Melchior Paul von Deschwanden).

The bracelet adorned with:

Multicolor acrylic beads 6mm
Blue with foil glass beads 12mm
White faux pearls 10mm
Red faux pearls 8mm
Polymer clay roses

I added some catholic Patron Saints medals:
St. Monica
St. Maria Goretti
St Joseph
St. Juan Diego
Our Lady of Graces
St. Jude
Blessed Mother Mary with Baby Jesus
St. Michael

The Dream of St. Joseph Christian Catholic Charm Bracelet w Patron Saints Medals

In the Gospel of Matthew, the apostle relates: “And when [the wise men] were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.” (Matt. 2:13.)

I created this bracelet with silvertone setting and a beautiful medal with printed image of Angel from The Dream of St. Joseph painted by Anton Raphael Mengs.

The bracelet adorned with:

Czech glass red luster beads

Mother of Pearls oval beads 10x20mm

Acrylic leaves

Pink Rhodonite 10mm

Polymer clay roses 12mm

I added some catholic Patron Saints medals:

Infant Jesus of Prague

St. Catherine of Sienna  

Our Lady of Medjugorje

St. Bridget

Jesus with Sacred Heart

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Ss. Maria Rosa Mystica

Our Lady of The Rosary Christian Catholic Charm Bracelet w Patron Saints Medals

The feast of the Holy Rosary was established by Saint Pius V on the anniversary of the naval victory won by the Christian fleet at Lepanto, October 7, 1571. The victory was attributed to the help of the holy Mother of God whose aid was invoked through praying the Rosary. The celebration of this day invites all to mediate upon the mysteries of Christ, following the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary who was so singularly associated with the incarnation, passion and glorious resurrection of the Son of God.

I created this bracelet with silvertone setting and an amazing medal with image of Our Lady of The Rosary adorned with rhinestones.

The bracelet adorned with:

Black acrylic beads 8mm

Blue rondelle crystal glass beads 8mm

Dragon veins beads 8mm

Pink faux pearls 8mm and 10mm

Brazilian Aquamarine 8mm

Candy pattern hearts 16mm

Polymer clay rose

Prayer of St. Germanus to Our Lady:

O you, who are, after God, my powerful protectress 
and my true consolation in this world, you who are 
the celestial dew that sweetens my pains; the light 
of my soul when plunged in darkness, my guide 
in my journeys, my strength in my weaknesses, 
my treasure in poverty, the remedy of my wounds, 
my joy in all my sorrows, my refuge in all dangers, 
the hope of my life and of my salvation, deign to hear 
my prayers, to take an interest in my woes, and to show
 me that compassion which peculiarly belongs 
to the Mother of a God Who entertains such 
love and goodness towards men. 
He is their Father, and He has constituted you
 their Mother. Ah! place me then amongst the 
number of your dearest children, and obtain for me 
from God all the graces which you know to be 
necessary for the salvation of my soul. Amen.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Handmade Catholic Charm Bracelet w Patron Saints Medals

I created this bracelet to honor Our most faithful and loving Sacred Heart of Jesus, His heart always full of love for us.

I used copper setting and an amazing medal with image of Our Most Loyal Sacred Heart of Jesus.

The bracelet adorned with:

Bronze faux pearls beads 10mm

Orange oval glass beads 4x8mm

Green faux pearls 10mm

Polymer clay roses 12mm

Different size and colors lucite leaves and flowers.

I added some catholic Patron Saints medals:

Guardian Angel

St. Anne

St. Padre Pio

Our Lady of Monserrat

St. Agnes

St. Anthony / St. Francis

Silvertone Crucifix

Enamel Crucifix

 

Prayer to the Sacred Heart by Saint Francis De Sales

May Thy Heart dwell always in our hearts!
May Thy Blood ever flow in the veins of our souls!
O sun of our hearts, Thou givest life to all things by the rays 
of Thy goodness!
I will not go until Thy Heart has strengthened me, 
O Lord Jesus!
May the Heart of Jesus be the King of my heart!
Blessed be God. Amen.

Our Lady of Czestochowa Christian Catholic Charm Bracelet w Patron Saints Medal

I created this bracelet with goldtone setting and a beautiful 30x35mm medal with image of Our Lady of Czestochowa.

The bracelet adorned with:

Yellow rondelle scrylic beads 6x8mm

Red teardrop glass beads 8x12mm

Brown faux pearls 8mm

Enamel cross

Purple glass small heart

I added some catholic Patron Saints medals:

Our Lady of Medjugorje

Miraculous Locket / Rose

St. Raymond Nonnatus

St. Anthony

St. Anastasia

5 Way Cross

Goldtone Miraculous Medal

Jesus with Sacred Heart

 

I fly to Thee Sacred Heart of my Savior,
for Thou art for my refuge, my only hope.
Thou art the remedy for all my miseries,
my consolation in all my wretchedness,
the reparation for all my infidelities, 
the supplement for all my deficiencies, 
the expiation for all my sins, and the hope 
and end of all my prayers.

Thou art the only one Who is never 
weary of me and Who can bear with 
my faults, because Thou lovest me with 
an infinite love. Therefore, O my God, 
have mercy on me according to Thy great
mercy, and do with me, and for me, 
and in me, whatever Thou wilt, for I give 
myself entirely to Thee, divine Heart, with full 
confidence that Thou will never reject me. Amen.

Archangel Michael Christian Catholic Charm Bracelet with Patron Saints Medals

"The very name of Michael urges us to honor this glorious spirit; it is a cry of enthusiasm and fidelity, for it signifies: "Who is like unto God?" Satan trembles at hearing this name, for it reminds him of the noble protest wherewith the bright Archangel answered the call of the rebel angels. Michael proved his strength and prowess when he fought the great battle in Heaven. From that hour he has been known as "Michael, the captain of the armies of God, first Prince of the Holy City, to whom the other angels yield ready obedience. They most willingly and gratefully recognize his supremacy, for after God, they owe to him their perseverance in grace and their eternal happiness. With loving submission, they receive from him their various offices. They are attentive to the slightest wish, because they recognize in his commands and regulations the will of God, their sovereign Lord and King.*

* St. Michael and the angels

I created this bracelet with silvertone setting and a beautiful medal with image of Archangel Michael.

The bracelet adorned with:

White alabaster beads 8mm

Pink glass beads 6mm

Red howlite hearts

White faux pearls 10mm

Purple faux pearls 8mm

I added some catholic Patron Saints medals:

Goldtone Guardian Angel

St. Maria Goretti

St Claire of Assisi adorned with rhinestones

Holy Child of Atocha

St. Kateri Tekakwitha

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Rose shape Miraculous locket

Prayer to Saint Michael

Dear Saint Michael, your name means, 
"Who is like God?" and it indicates that you 
remained faithful when others rebelled against God. 

Help police officers in our day who strive to stem the
 rebellion and evil that are rampant on all sides. 
Keep them faithful to their God as well as to their 
country and their fellow human beings. Amen.

Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego Catholic Charm Bracelet w Patron Medal

In 1531 a "Lady from Heaven" appeared to a poor Indian at Tepeyac, a hill northwest of Mexico City; She identified herself as the Mother of the True God, instructed him to have the bishop build a temple on the site and left an image of Herself imprinted miraculously on his tilma, a poor quality cactus-cloth, which should have deteriorated in 20 years but shows no sign of decay 474 years later and still defies all scientific explanations of its origin.

I created this bracelet with silvertone setting and an amazing medal with image of Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego

The bracelet adorned with:

Red lucite beads 7mm

Red rondelle glass beads 6x8mm

Brown miracle oval beads 8x12mm

Metallic grey rondelle glass beads 6x8mm

Lava rock stones 8mm

Howlite stones shape beads 10x20mm

Polymer clay roses

I added some catholic Patron Saints medals:

Jesus with Sacred Heart

St. Gabriel

Crucifix

Our Lady of Medjugorje

Blessed Virgin Mary with Baby Jesus

Our Lady of Lujan

Enamel Our Lady of Guadalupe / Divine Mercy

Infant of Prague

PRAYER TO OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE

O Virgin of Guadalupe,
Mother of the Americas,
grant to our homes the grace of loving
and respecting life in its beginnings,
with the same love with which
you conceived in your womb
the life of the Son of God.
Blessed Virgin Mary,
Mother of Fair Love,
protect our families so that
they may always be united
and bless the upbringing of our children.

Our hope, look upon us with pity,
teach is to go continually to Jesus,
and if we fall
help us to rise again and return to Him
through the confession of our faults
and our sins in the Sacrament of penance,
which gives peace to the soul.

We beg you to grant us a great love
of all the holy Sacraments,
which are, as it were,
the signs that your Son left us on earth.
Thus, Most Holy Mother,
with the peace of God in our consciences,
with our hearts free from evil and hatred,
we will be able to bring to all others
true joy and peace,
which come to us from your Son,
our Lord Jesus Christ,
who with the Father and the Holy Spirit,
lives and reigns for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Pope John Paul II)

ASH WEDNESDAY PRAYER

ASH WEDNESDAY PRAYER 

Grant, O Lord, to Thy faithful people, 
that they may undertake with fitting piety 
the venerable solemnities of fasting, 
and complete them with steadfast devotion. 
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son,
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee
in the unity of the Holy Ghost. Amen