Gerard aims to provide tools, ideas, and creative projects to help individuals move through the grieving process. Gerard, patron saint of pregnant women, i ask you to lovingly place name person and her unborn children in the blessed mothers arms. Gerard is called the patron saint of expectant mothers, it should be noted that his prayers and blessings once saved the lives of a mother dying in childbirth, along with her baby. Plus more free prayer cards to use during pregnancy and labour. When his father died, gerard, being the only son, had to provide for his family by working as a tailor. Saint gerard majella april 6, 1726, muro lucano, basilicata october 16, 1755, he is the saint whose intercession is requested for children and unborn children in particular, childbirth, mothers and expectant mothers in particular, motherhood, falsely accused people, good confessions, lay brothers and just about anyone who desires the comfort of an understanding heart. Preserve meher in the dangers of motherhood, and shield the child ishe now bears, that it may be. St gerard prayer fertility prayer st gerard majella pregnancy prayer prayer for mothers catholic prayers catholic saints pregnant mother miracle baby. She is now in breech position in my 9th month of pregnancy. By your grace he lived his brief life in intense love for you and for those in need. Of what use is it to lean upon that which cannot give support.
Contains a beautifully written novena, biography, litany and appropriate prayers. Gerard bangle bracelet, the mothers saint, patron saint of fertility, expectant. Gerard majella holy card, prayer for safe delivery. She is one of the few catholic saints who was a mother, and she is often pictured holding one of her children. It may seem odd that a male religious should be the saint for mothers, motherstobe and those wanting to become mothers. Gerard majella saint gerard majella is known as a thaumaturge, a saint who works miracles not just occasionally, but as a matter of course. Gerard mejella, pictured above, pay tribute to his powerful intercession as the wellknown patron saint of mothers and expectant. Nine day prayer to st gerard for parents and those.
You have showered many blessings on those who call upon him. Motherhood, petition, prayer, prayer to st gerard majella, prayers, prayers to st gerard majella. This prayer card is laminated and has a saint gerard medal on the inside, bottom right of the card. Gerard majella, patron saint of trying to conceive to make a. Saint gerard patron saint of fertility, infertility. Reflection, reflection, safe delivery, sick child, st. From the pastor regarding the sexual abuse crisis in the catholic church i have included this letter from bishop robert morlino of the diocese. Prayer for baby prayer for mothers prayers for children baby prayers st gerard prayer pregnancy prayer pregnancy tips st gerard majella fertility prayer patron saints of pregnancy and childbirth a list of patron saints of pregnancy and childbirth to inspire expectant women and offer encouragement during labour, along with printable prayer cards. Almighty god, from his boyhood years you blessed st. The feast of saint gerard is celebrated on october 16. Gerard was born in muro lucano in the area of naples, italy in 1726.
Novena prayer to the saint gerard majella for motherhood o good st gerard, powerful intercessor before god and wonder worker of our day, confidently i call upon you and seek your aid. Almighty and loving father, i thank you for giving st. Please pray to jesus and mama mary to take care of me and all the pregnant women in rhe. Prayers to st gerard for healthy pregnancy spirituality. Please weve been waiting for baby for a very long time. The front of the card has a picture of saint gerard holding a cross, and the back is the prayer to saint gerard. St gerard majella, the mothers saint, was an italian redemptorist lay brother whose intercession led to the miraculous healing of a mother near death from childbirth. Gerard prayer card holy card cards patronage patron fertility. Beseech the master of life, from whom all paternity proceedeth to render me fruitful in offspring. In an attempt to reduce the amount of spam we receive please copy and paste the two parts of the email address together.
Gerard fertility prayer for conception saint gerard is known as a catholic saint of fertility o glorious st. St gerard is the catholic patron saint of motherhood, there are a few prayers that can be said to him, theres this 9 day prayer to saint gerard which prays for those with fertility issues on day 8. Praying to saint gianna beretta molla for fertility to. Tiago brandaocristo patron saint of fertility and motherhood. It is obvious from her book that she loves her faith and has a healthy spirituality. Served his congregation in simple roles, as porter, gardener, tailor, and sacristan. Gerard majella 17261755 is known popularly today as the mothers saint. Implore the master of life, from whom all paternity proceeds.
Gerard, powerful intercessor before god and wonderworker of our day. St gerard majella, pray for us for motherhood o good st gerard, powerful intercessor before god and wonder worker of our day, confidently i call upon you and seek your aid. Fertility prayer and prayers for conception fertility. Gerard majella was born in muro lucano, italy, on april 6, 1726, into a humble family. See the article for an overview of what causes low birth weight. Gerard majella patron saint of mothers, childless couples, difficult pregnancies. A prayer to saint gerard majella for special intentions.
Gerard majella please intercede for me that i may have a normal and safe delivery and a healthy baby. Ask her, as a mother, to plead for their health and safety, before the holy trinity with you. From his parents he learned the love of prayer and sacrifice. Once, as he was leaving the home of his friends, the pirofalo family, one of the daughters called after him.
St gerard provide confidence, hope, and inspiration to women who are trying to conceive through our saint gerard motherhood prayer card. Gerard majella solemnity of our lord jesus christ the king november 26, 2017. Gerard motherhood prayer cards feature traditional artwork and are printed in italy by bonella. Each chapter ending is a conversationwithgod type of prayer. Please pray for me so that my baby will be back in its normal position before my delivery.
Tricolor text print and a heavy duty vinyl laminate for years of service. Catholic gifts st saint gerard fertility bracelet bangle jewelry religious jewelry bracelet for women charm gifts catholic bracelet bangle for women men boys and girls. Hear his prayers now for us and for all poor souls in trouble. In prayer, we always go to jesus, but it helps to bring some friends along the way. By his example, he showed us how to love and trust you.
Gerard majella first sunday of advent december 3, 2017. If you have a heart for this issue, please join in our heavenly petition. Gerard, patron saint of pregnant women, i ask you to lovingly place name person and her unborn children in the blessed mothers arms ask her, as a mother, to plead for their health and safety, before the holy trinity with you. Saint gerards miraculous apostolate for mothers also began during his lifetime.
Gerard mejella, pictured above, pay tribute to his powerful intercession as the wellknown patron saint of mothers and expectant mothers alike. We will pray this for first nine days not only in may, but for the first nine days per month for the extended future. Prayers to saint gerard patron saint of expectant mothers. These prayer cards are great for specific requests and intentions, or just for general prayers. On earth you always fulfilled gods designs, help me now to do the holy will of god. St gerard majella novena for expectant mothers pray.
Gianna beretta molla is a catholic saint who is a patron for infertility, fertility, pregnant women, and mothers. Gerard majella, patron saint of expectant mothers and childbirth. April 9, 1726 october 16, 1755, was an italian lay brother of the congregation of the redeemer, better known as the redemptorists, who is honored as a saint by the catholic church. On may 1, our parish began a novena for those wishing to conceive. Gerard majella prayers and novena text and mp3 audio. Gerard majella 39 prayer for the gift of motherhood 39 prayer for parenthood 40 prayer for women having difficulty conceiving 41 prayer for women enduring complicated pregnancies 41. The origin comes from an incident that happened in the last months of his short life.
His obedience, mortification, and spirit of prayer were matched by the humility he showed when his reputation was impugned and he was punished for. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Prayer to saint gabriel for others o loving messenger of the incarnation, descend. Pray this novena for expectant mothers and women struggling with infertility. It is said that in his prophetic wisdom he told her to keep the handkerchief. Gerard majella had a reputation for performing miracles. A low birth weight baby will weigh less than 5 pounds 8 ounces. Gerard had a great impact on many of those who sought his help. Gerard majella, patron saint of trying to conceive. St gerard majella catholic church 69 talbot road, knowle, bristol, bs4 2np england. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Thou who on earth didst always fulfill gods design help me to do the holy will of god.
Gerard, beloved servant of jesus christ, perfect imitator of thy meek and humble saviour, and devoted child of the mother of god. Gerard to us as a most appealing model and powerful friend. St gerard majella, st faustina kowalska, st rose of lima, saint philomena. Pray for us in our struggle with life and its mysteries. Hannahs prayers are answered with a son whom she gives to the lord 1 samuel 1. Gerard, beloved servant of jesus christ, perfect imitator of jesus, and devoted child of the mother of god, enkindle within my heart one spark of that heavenly fire of continue reading. For your greater glory and my welfare, please grant me.
He was the son of jeroham, son of elihu, son of tohu. One account tells of a young woman who picked up a handkerchief dropped by saint gerard and handed it back to him. She was also a pediatrician making her a working mother and a more modern saint. As one of the patron saints of women, saint gerard is known specifically as the patron saint of motherhood. A dynamic and interactive group, it offers the opportuniy for learning and selfdiscovery, helping participants to keep the memory of their loved on alive. Saint gerard majella prayer for a safe delivery o great st.
Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Gerard is a good friend to have on your fertility journey. You who always fulfilled gods will on earth, help those desiring to conceive to do gods holy will. Trying to conceive, and concerns for a healthy baby and mother are among the reason why there is a devotion to st. Although born in poverty in a small town in southern italy and in frail health, st. Prayer to st gerard patron saint of pregnancy, conception, safe childbirth.
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