Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Novena to the Holy Spirit for our New Shepherd - Bishop Joseph McFadden

Day 9: August 17, 2010
 
Christ Jesus, you sent the Holy Spirit to Your apostles. Grant that the same Spirit may perfect in our new Bishop’s life the work of Your grace and love. Grant him the Spirit of Fear of the Lord that he may be filled with a loving reverence toward You; the Spirit of Piety that he may find peace and fulfillment in the service of God while serving others; the Spirit of Fortitude that he may bear our cross with You and, with courage, overcome all obstacles; the Spirit of Knowledge that he may know You and grow in holiness; the Spirit of Understanding to enlighten his mind with the light of Your truth; the Spirit of Counsel that he may choose the surest way of doing Your will, seeking first the Kingdom. Grant him the Spirit of Wisdom that he may aspire to the things that last for-ever. Teach him to be Your faithful disciple and guide him in every way with Your Spirit.

Father, through Jesus, Your Son, You sent the Paraclete to be at our new Bishop’s side, to reconcile all creation to you. Grant that he may be forever open to Jesus' invitation to "Receive the Holy Spirit!" Father, open his hearts to accept Your forgiveness for sins and to offer that same forgiveness to Your people. For merciful forgiveness is the essence of Your love revealed in Your Son. Come, O Divine Spirit, fill his heart with Your Heavenly Fruits - Your charity, joy, peace patience, gentleness, goodness, faith, mildness and temperance, that he may, by faithful submission to Your Inspiration, merit to be united eternally with You in the love of the Father and the Son.  Amen.

Our Father...
Hail Mary...
Glory Be to the Father...

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