The Holy Spirit does not come empty-handed. He brings gifts that strengthen, enlighten and transform the Christian life. 🕊️
The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are not abstract ideas, but graces that help us become more docile to God’s will and more faithful witnesses of the Gospel.
The 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit:
1️⃣ Wisdom
Helps us see life through God’s eyes and value what leads us to Him.
2️⃣ Understanding
Helps us grasp the truths of the faith more deeply and allow God’s Word to enter our hearts.
3️⃣ Counsel
Guides us in our choices and helps us distinguish good from evil, especially in difficult moments.
4️⃣ Fortitude
Gives us courage, perseverance and strength to remain faithful in trials.
5️⃣ Knowledge
Helps us recognize God’s presence in creation, in our lives and in His plan for us.
6️⃣ Piety
Opens our hearts to love God as Father and to live with charity toward others.
7️⃣ Fear of the Lord
Is not terror, but reverence, trust and the desire not to turn away from God.
When we open our hearts to these gifts, the Holy Spirit renews us from within and helps us live as true disciples of Christ.
Come, Holy Spirit.
Fill our hearts and guide us on the path to Heaven. 🙏
MOST CATHOLICS DON’T KNOW WHAT RAPHAEL’S NAME ACTUALLY MEANS.
Raphael.
In Hebrew, it means: “God heals.”
He is the only angel in Scripture explicitly sent by God on a mission of healing.
He traveled disguised as an ordinary man.
He healed a blind father.
He drove away the demon that had killed seven husbands.
And only at the end did he reveal who he truly was:
“I am Raphael, one of the seven angels who stand before the glory of the Lord.”
• Tobit 12:15
Seven angels stand before God’s throne.
But only three are named in Scripture:
Michael — who fights.
Gabriel — who announces.
Raphael — who heals.
And Raphael’s mission did not end in the Book of Tobit.
For centuries, Christians have called upon him in times of sickness, fear, blindness, exhaustion, and despair.
He is the patron of healing, travelers, and those seeking God’s mercy in suffering.
If you are sick today…
If someone you love is in a hospital…
If doctors have no answers…
Remember this name:
Saint Raphael.
“God heals.”
Saint Raphael the Archangel, pray for us.
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Hail Mary, full of grace,
the Lord is with Thee.
Blessed art Thou amongst women
And Blessed is the fruit of Thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God
Pray for us sinners now
and at the hour of our death.
Amen
St. Raphael’s name, in various translations, means “God heals,” “Divine Healer,” or “Medicine of God,” for he received his healing mission from the Lord. Comment 'St Raphael, pray for us" and share.
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The Vatican has begun investigating a possible miracle attributed to the intercession of Pope Benedict XVI🇻🇦
This comes as the Church advances the cause for his sainthood. The reported miracle involves a young man from Colorado who, in 2012, suffered from advanced Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
During a general audience in St. Peter’s Square, the then-Pope placed his hand on the young man’s chest, directly over the tumor, and blessed him. What followed was a complete, unexplained recovery that doctors could not scientifically account for. Today, that same man is a priest!
This is a beautiful sign of God’s continued work through the holy lives of His servants. Pope Benedict XVI, the great theologian and gentle shepherd, continues to inspire faith even after his passing.
Let us pray for the success of this investigation and for the glorification of this faithful servant of the Church.
In addition, a lay-initiated signature campaign has been launched, petitioning the Vatican to accelerate the cause for the beatification and canonization of Pope Benedict XVI. To date, the petition has already gathered over 1,900 signatures.
There are 3 Archangels who Intercede for us.
Here is when to ask for their help!
1. Archangel Michael :
. When you feel under attack,
. Temptation, Fear, Confusion that feels dark.
St. Michael is the warrior,
. He casts down Satan, and
. He defends God's people
Ask St Michael for strength, protection, and courage to fight back.
2. Archangel Gabriel :
. When you need Clarity,
. Big decision, a moment when you need to hear God clearly.
Gabriel is the messenger.
. He appears when God has something to say.
Ask Archangel Gabriel for light, direction, and the grace to say yes to God.
3. Archangel Raphael :.
.When you need healing,
Body, mind, heart, even broken relationships.
Raphael is the healer and guide.
. In scripture, he heals, protects and leads Tobias safely on the road.
Ask Archangel Raphael for healing, peace and guidance, when the road feels long.
Mary, on this day when we honor all mothers, we turn to you. We thank the Lord whom you serve for the great gift of motherhood. Never has it been known that anyone who sought your intercession was left unaided by grace. Dear Mother, thank you for your “Yes” to the invitation of the angel which brought heaven to earth and changed human history. You opened yourself to God’s word and the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us.
Dear mother, intercede for all of our mothers. Ask your Divine Son to give them the grace of surrendered love so that they could join with you in giving their own “Fiat.” May they find daily strength to say yes to the call to the sacrificial love- the very heart of the vocation of motherhood. May their love and witness be a source of great inspiration for all of us called to follow your Son.
On this Mothers day, Mother of the Word Incarnate, pray for us who have recourse to you…
In the Name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit ✝️🙏🏻