Dear Rita, model Wife and Widow, you
yourself suffered in a long illness showing patience out of love for
God. Teach us to pray as you did. Many invoke you for help, full of
confidence in your intercession. Deign to come now to our aid for the
relief and
cure of (name of sufferer). To God, all things are possible; may this
healing give glory to the Lord. Amen.
For Petitions
Holy Patroness of those in need, Saint
Rita, you were humble, pure and patient. Your pleadings with your divine
Spouse
are irresistible, so please obtain for me from our risen Jesus the
request I make of you: (mention your petition). Be kind at me for the
greater
glory of God, and I shall honor you and sing your praises forever.
Glorious Saint Rita, you miraculously participated in the sorrowful
passion of
our Lord Jesus Christ. Obtain for me now the grace to suffer with resignation
the troubles of this life, and protect me in all my needs. Amen.
