Pope Francis Prayer

 

Written by Pope Francis, for the
end of the COVID-19 pandemic. He is asking people to recite the rosary
and pray these prayers afterward.

"We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God."

In the present tragic situation, when the whole world is prey to
suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our mother,
and seek refuge under your protection.

Virgin Mary, turn your merciful eyes toward us amid this coronavirus
pandemic. Comfort those who are distraught and mourn their loved ones
who have died, and at times are buried in a way that grieves them
deeply. Be close to those who are concerned for their loved ones who
are sick and who, in order to prevent the spread of the disease,
cannot be close to them. Fill with hope those who are troubled by the
uncertainty of the future and the consequences for the economy and
employment.

Mother of God and our Mother, pray for us to God, the father of
mercies, that this great suffering may end and that hope and peace may
dawn anew. Plead with your divine Son, as you did at Cana, so that the
families of the sick and the victims be comforted, and their hearts be
opened to confidence and trust.

Protect those doctors, nurses, health workers and volunteers who are
on the frontline of this emergency, and are risking their lives to
save others. Support their heroic effort and grant them strength,
generosity and continued health.

Be close to those who assist the sick night and day, and to priests
who, in their pastoral concern and fidelity to the Gospel, are trying
to help and support everyone.

Blessed Virgin, illumine the minds of men and women engaged in
scientific research, that they may find effective solutions to
overcome this virus.

Support national leaders, that with wisdom, solicitude and generosity
they may come to the aid of those lacking the basic necessities of
life and may devise social and economic solutions inspired by
farsightedness and solidarity.

Mary Most Holy, stir our consciences, so that the enormous funds
invested in developing and stockpiling arms will instead be spent on
promoting effective research on how to prevent similar tragedies from
occurring in the future.

Beloved Mother, help us realize that we are all members of one great
family and to recognize the bond that unites us, so that, in a spirit
of fraternity and solidarity, we can help to alleviate countless
situations of poverty and need. Make us strong in faith, persevering
in service, constant in prayer.

Mary, Consolation of the afflicted, embrace all your children in
distress and pray that God will stretch out his all-powerful hand and
free us from this terrible pandemic, so that life can serenely resume
its normal course.

To you, who shine on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope, do
we entrust ourselves, O Clement, O Loving, O Sweet Virgin Mary. Amen.