Keep the Prayers Coming!

By John Capellupo

I remember the day I received the Vincentian’s prayer ministry cards in the mail. I believe it was in September, around the feast of St. Vincent de Paul. I was touched by this ministry of prayer and by the willingness of the retired priests and brothers to offer their rosaries, personal prayers, Masses and spiritual intentions. In fact, I used my first prayer card a couple of months later and have sent nearly 100 cards since 2006.

I enroll family members, friends, neighbors and loved ones in the Vincentian Prayer Ministry. Knowing these holy men are praying for them and their intentions is a blessing. When a friend or family member is sick or going through a difficult time, I can’t think of a better way to support them than through prayer.

I am grateful for the invitation to have my family and friends lifted up in prayer by Vincentian priests and brothers. I feel spiritually united with the Vincentian Community and with their founder, St. Vincent de Paul, through this ministry. Keep the prayers coming!

Vincentian Prayer Ministry Cards

Five kinds of tribute cards are available: “In Gratitude to God” for special occasions or special intentions; “Praying for God’s Healing Mercy” for illness; “In Memory” for those who have died; “During this Difficult Time” to offer support; and “Our Prayers Are With You This Christmas”.

To obtain prayer cards, contact the Province Office by phone at 314-373-8516, mail your request to 13663 Rider Trail North, Earth City, MO 63045, or visit the website at www.vincentian.org and order your cards online. You will receive a response envelope with each card. Your gift will be recognized in The Vincentian newsletter.

“If they could, the angels would become incarnate in order that they might imitate upon earth the virtues and examples of the Son of God.”