Friday, May 28, 2010

Saint Expedite prayers


Because Saint Expedite is largely a folk-saint, prayers to him come in several non-standard forms, ranging from generalities mentioning his martyrdom to more personal orations specifically invoking his ability to bring rapid results. Here are some sample prayers to this saint that i have collected over the years:



PRAYER TO SAINT EXPEDITE #1

Our dear martyr and protector, Saint Expedite,
     You who know what is necessary and what is urgently needed
     I beg you to intercede before the Holy Trinity,
     That by your grace my request will be granted
     
     (State your petition)
     
     May i receive your blessings and favors.
     In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
If Saint Expedite grants your request, place fresh flowers beside his statue in your home or in the church.


PRAYER TO SAINT EXPEDITE #2

I come before you, Saint Expedite, 
     To remedy economic problems in my work and my home.
     And to ask for your powerful support.
     
     Saint Expedite, protect my income,
     That i may obtain sufficient money for necessities,
     And tranquillity and joy will reign in my house.
     By your grace, Blessed Saint, 
     I request and pray that i will achieve my desire. 
       
     (State your petition)
       
     And i will give thanks for your glorious intercession.

     (Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering 
     if your desire is granted.)

     Amen.
Be sure to provide the offering you promised if Saint Expedite grants your petition.


PRAYER TO SAINT EXPEDITE #3

Saint Expedite, you lay in rest.
      I come to you and ask that 
         this wish be granted.
      
      (State your petition)
      
      Expedite now what i ask of you.
      Expedite now what i want of you, 
         this very second.
      Don't waste another day.
      Give me what i ask for.
      I know your power,
      I know you because of your work.
      I know you can do it.
      Do this for me and i'll
         spread your name with love and honor
         and cause your name to be invoked.
      Expedite this wish with speed, love,
         honor, and goodness.
      Glory to you, Saint Expedite!
As you recite this prayer, light a holy candle to Saint Expedite next to a glass of water for the Saint. Recite daily until the request is granted, then be sure to give Saint Expedite a gift. Also place an ad in the newspaper thanking Saint Expedite, so that his name and fame will grow.


PRAYER TO SAINT EXPEDITE #4

Saint Expedite, 
      Noble Roman youth, martyr,
      You who quickly brings things to pass,
      You who never delays,
      I come to you in need -- 
      
      (State your petition)
      
      Do this for me, Saint Expedite, 
      And when it is accomplished,
      I will as rapidly reply for my part
      With an offering to you.
      
      (State your vow or promise)
      
      Be quick, Saint Expedite!
      Grant my wish before your candle burns out, 
      And i will magnify your name.
            
      Amen.
      
      
As you say the prayer, light a glass-encased Saint Expedite candle (the kind with the saint's picture on it) next to a large glass tumbler of water for the Saint. Recite the prayer once a day for as long as the candle burns (usually several days) and when your request is granted, pour the water from the water-glass into the empty glass container that held the candle, and place fresh cut flowers in the candle glass, as if it were a vase. You may also offer a slice of pound cake. Then tell someone how Saint Expedite helped you, to spread his fame.

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