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Your Saint for 2011 ~ An Inspiring Companion

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Where I prayerfully ask God to guide my hand in choosing for you a Saint Companion to guide your 2011....

FOR OUR 7th YEAR....it is time to pick a new saint to guide each of us this year, as we have done in years before. Did you get a saint last year? Blog about it...encourage this tradition.

It is said that the Saint picks YOU.

In our family, we post our Saints of the Year on our refrigerator so that we are constantly reminded of them... of our journey with them... to be inspired by what their life can teach us in our faith journey.

With solemnity, we each fervently pray as our hand reaches into the basket. We ask that the saint God intends to "teach and journey " with us this year will choose us.

And they have been so meaningful to us. Sometimes a certain saint likes to stay and share themselves with other members of our family....like Padre Pio, St. Therese's family and Mother Cabrini. We are growing in love for our saints. Some might say we are Saint Junkies!

Would you like to have a companion saint this year? CAN I PICK A SAINT FOR YOU?



Leave me a comment and I will leave you one back with a Saint Companion for 2011. Then, google them...read all you can about them. Get a medal and post their prayer card on your mirror...learn from them and their struggles. Make it a New Year's resolution to let them transform you in some way!

All you holy men and women, ora pro nobis.
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203 comments:

  1. LindsyJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Thank you for your generous offer to choose saints for the year. My husband and I have a wonderful 2011 to look forward to- the birth of our first child! Would you please choose a saint for our growing family? May God bless you for your ministry. Happy New Year!
    ~ Lindsey Steciw

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  2. LesaJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    I would like it very much if you could choose a saint for me and my 18 year old daughter for 2011. My 17 yr. old son would also appreciate a saint!! Thank you so much!!
    God Bless,
    Lesa
    mom4adoption@aol.com

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  3. Jen @ Forever, For Always...January 1, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    You know I have been waiting for this :) If I could bother you for one for each family member, it would be so appreciated!
    Bob, Jen, Jacob, Jonah, Sarah, Anna, Leah & Levi

    God Bless you and Happy New Year!!

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  4. Laura The Crazy MamaJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    I don't think I've ever done this. Can you have a saint choose our family this year? I'm interested to see which one ends up with our crazy family!

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  5. Connie MescoJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Hi Allison,

    YES! Please have a Saint pick the Mesco family for 2011! We love this, and are making this a tradition in our home. So glad you are doing this again this year, we are really looking forward to it. :)

    God bless,
    Connie

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  6. SueJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Allison, what a wonderful tradition! Please, pick a saint for me... let me know who you pick as I bumble along my journey to grow in my Faith!

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  7. Laura OJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    This was on my mind in the wee hours this morning with me wondering if you'd offer to select patron Saints again. Thank you so much for doing this for those of us who seek to learn from the holy men and women who walked this earth before us.

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  8. LisaJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Allison, thank you so much for doing this again this year! Our family would love a Saint for 2011.
    God bless you for bringing us all closer to Our Saints!

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  9. JennyJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    I'm ready Allison!

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  10. The Road ScholarJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Please pick a saint for my family of 6 kids, 2 aspiring parents. 2010 has been a tough year for us and we are very hopeful for 2011.

    Thank you and we will add your intentions to our prayers.

    Cathie

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  11. kimberlyJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Happy New Year! Our family would be delighted if you would choose a patron for us...God bless you!

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  12. notacookieJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    I always love when you do this -- thanks!

    Lorna

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  13. JodyJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Please pick one for me personally Allison. Many thanks! And Happy New Year to you and your family! Jody

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  14. SheilaJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Please pick a 2011 Patron Saint for me.

    Many thanks!

    And prayers and best wishes for a Happy, Healthy, and Holy New Year to you and yours.

    ~Sheila

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  15. GardeniaJanuary 1, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Dear Allison, I would love one for our family. God Bless!

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  16. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Congratulations Lindsy!

    My hand was guided to St. Catherine of Siena, Doctor of the Church, April 29th and to pray for holy women in all states of life.

    Are you having a girl???!!

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  17. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Dear Lesa,

    For you - St. John Bosco, Jan 31 and to pray for teachers

    For your daughter - St. ANthony of Egypt, Jan 17 and to pray for the purification of the world from evil

    For your son - St. Thomas Aquinas, Doctor of the Church, Jan 28 and to pray for the conversion of lukewarm souls.

    How interesting that they are all January saints!

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  18. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Dearest Jen @ Forever, For Always

    Bob - Blessed Joseph-Marie Cassant and to pray for vocations to the priesthood

    Jen - St. Bonaventure Doctor of the Church, July 15 Pray to and reflect on the crucified Lord.

    Jacob - Blessed Leonie Martin, June 16 and to pray for children who are not understood

    Jonah - St. Veronica Feb 4 and to comfort Jesus thru adoration

    Sarah - Blessed Jacinta of Fatima July 26 to pray for the triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

    Anna - St. Benedict Joseph Labre apr 16 to pray for the homeless

    Leah - St. Valentine Feb 14 to pray that people will model their love after God's love

    Levi - St. Margaret mary Alacoque to spread devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

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  19. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Darling Laura the Crazy Mama - for your family...

    St. JoseMaria Escriva June 26
    Pray that all would find THE WAY to live for Christ each day

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  20. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Dear Mesco family -

    What a blessing to have the Holy Guardian Angels, Oct 2

    Help someone to meet and get to know their guardian angel

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  21. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Dearest Sue -

    St. Bernard of Clarivaux, Doctor of the Church, Aug 20

    Pray for thise who are called and have not yet said "yes." http://doctorsofthecatholicchurch.com/BE.html

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  22. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Dearest Laura O -

    For you - St. Bernadette of Lourdes April 16 and to offer sacrifices to Mary for her intentions

    For your blog - St. Leo, Doctor of the Church, Nov 10 - a heavy hitter on Doctrine, see http://doctorsofthecatholicchurch.com/L.html

    For S - St. Camille of Lellis praying for those in the health care profession

    For P - St. Frances Xavier Cabrini dec 22 pray for an increase in religious, especially sisters

    For R - St. Ambrose Doctor of the Church Dec 7 http://doctorsofthecatholicchurch.com/AM.html

    For D - St. Athanasius, Doctor of the Church May 2 Defender of the Faith http://doctorsofthecatholicchurch.com/AT.html

    For J - St. Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptist, Nov 5, pray that mothers welcome new life

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  23. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    For Lisa's family - St. Faustina of Divine Mercy! Oct 5 Pray for deeper intimacy with God.

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  24. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    For my Jenny Minute family - St. Juan Diego July 31 praying for unity among nations

    Love this saint and image of Our Lady!

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Thanks Allison! Please select a saint for our family. God bless you and your family.

    Mychlle,
    Nick,
    Nicholas,
    Mike and Sean

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  26. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    For Cathy, the Road Scholar - St. Francis of Assisi Oct 4 Pray for the gift of faith

    For husband - Sts. Cosmas & Damian, physicians Sept 27 Pray for those who minister to the sick and to sick souls

    Child #1 - St. John of the Cross Dec 14 Pray for those who suffer, that they unite with Jesus and find joy

    Child #2 - Mary, Queen of Peace June 25 Bring Mary to every single conflict you come across

    Child #3 - St. Clare of Assisi!!!!!! Aug 11 Pray for consecrated to grow ardently in love for Jesus

    Child #4 - St. John the Baptist June 24 & Aug 29 Pray for the prophets of our day

    Child #5 - St. Albert, Doctor of the Church and Science Nov 15 Pray that all would recognize God as creator of all science

    Child #6 - St. Stephen, first martyr Dec 26 pray for the gift of profound holiness

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  27. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    My dearest Kimberly and in prayer for a healthy 2011 for you all -

    St. Dominic Savio, March 9 to pray for the young

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  28. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Lorna at NotACookie - Edith Stein, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Aug 9 Pray for philosophers and theologians.

    Have you read about this Jewish convert and woman of great intelligence?

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  29. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    For Jody - Wow...and on this day...

    Mary, Mother of God!

    Pray for those rebelling against the Church.

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  30. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    THANK YOU, Sheila!!

    And for you - a favorite of mine!

    St. Peter Julian Eymard, Aug 3, saint of Eucharistic Adoration

    Pray that souls make Jesus in the Eucharist their first joy in life.

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  31. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    For my friend, Gardenia and family -

    Russian Saint Seraphim of Sarov, Jan 2 praying for unity of the Church

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seraphim_of_Sarov

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  32. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Mychlle - St. Joan of Arc May 30 Pray for France and conversion of Freemasons

    Nick - St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church Oct 15 http://doctorsofthecatholicchurch.com/TA.html
    Pray for consecrated souls

    Nicholas - St. ANthony of Padua June 13 Pray for non-believers

    Mike - St. Rose of Lima AUg 23 Pray that souls find true beauty in the Cross

    Sean - St. Maria Goretti July 6 Pray for purity of heart

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  33. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Dear Friend

    I was thinking of this for days. When youhave time the Remaleys would like our family saint. Happy New Year.

    Kathy

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  34. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Dearest Remaley family!

    St. Thomas More, June 22 praying for a culture of life from our lawyers and judges.

    Didn't you get the Holy Innocents too one year?

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  35. GardeniaJanuary 1, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Thank you Allison!!! Blessings in the new year.

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  36. JOYfilled FamilyJanuary 1, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    love this faithfilled custom. it has been a blessing to our family. my husband selected our patro saint for the year via the sain't name gerator. i posted the link at my blog.
    may God bless you for sharing this custom and helping others.
    pax Christi -lena

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  37. KaczobekJanuary 1, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Dear Allison,
    Thank you so much for what are doing for so many of us. Could I bother you for picking Saints for each of my family members?
    God bless you,
    Joanna
    Alexander
    Christopher
    Timothy, and
    Thomas

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    The Reed family would love a saint for 2011. Thank you and God bless you!

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  39. Making and Saving $$$January 1, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    My 4yo daughter and I would like one for us to concentrate on for the year in homeschooling.

    Thanks~

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  40. Mum2eightJanuary 1, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    I would love a saint for me, my hubby Steve and our children if you can.

    Our children are:

    Daniel, Sam, Madeline, Brigette, Tom, Amelia, Christopher and Joseph.

    Thanks
    Therese.

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  41. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Joanna - St. Cecilia, pray for married couples to have Holy and pure love

    Alexander - Our Lady of Mount Carmel July 16 (this would be a call to be invested in and wear the brown scapular) Pray for peace and interior silence in the hearts of bishops and priests

    Christopher - Our Lady of Lourdes Feb 11 Pray for the apostles/those devoted to Our Lady

    Timothy - St. Philip Neri May 26 Pray for those who have yet to find true joy in Jesus

    Thomas - St. Lawrence Aug 10 Carry the poor in your heart and encourage them

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  42. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    The Reed Family - St. Maximilian Kolbe Aug 14 Pray that Mary Immaculate may reign in our hearts
    (This could be a call to a Kolbe Marian Consecration by your family)

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  43. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    $$ 4 year old girl - Holy Souls in Purgatory Nov 2 - Pray for the Holy Souls

    and for you - St. Andrew Nov 30 Pray for the quiet and humble of the world who do the work of the Lord without recognition

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  44. christinaJanuary 1, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    We would love to have a Saint Companion for 2011! Gary, Christina, Alexandra, Jacob, Carol, Aidan, and Luke! Thanks so much :)

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  45. LeanneJanuary 1, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    I would love to have a family Saint this year. Thank you Leanne

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  46. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Gary - Blessed Leonie Martin, sister of St. Therese June 16 - pray for children who are not understood

    Christina - St. Benedict Joseph Labre Apr 16 Pray for the homeless

    Alexandra - Sts. Cosmas & Damian, physicians Sept 27 Pray for those who minister to sick bodies and to sick souls

    Jacob - St. Padre Pio Sept 23 Pray for the salvation of souls that are bound to satan.

    Carol - St. Jerome Sept 30 Pray for a deep love of God's Word and for bible scholars

    Aidan - The Holy Family of Nazareth - Pray for blessed, holy and happy families

    Luke - St. ALbert Doctor of the Church, Science Nov 15 Pray that all would recognize God as the Creator of all science.

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  47. NuthinLikeGatorMamaJanuary 1, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Hello, Allison, I'd love it if you could pick saints for my family!!
    Krystin (myself)
    Kevin (dh)
    Meghan
    Jenna
    Kenneth
    John (aka Jack)
    Allison

    Thank you and God bless you this year!

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  48. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Steve - St. Thomas More June 22 Pray that lawyers and judges decide for gospel values to bring about a culture of life

    Therese - St. Cyril of Jerusalem, Doctor of the Church against heresy - March 18 - Pray for those who are distracted and bewitched by false teachings

    Daniel - St. Lawrence Aug 10 Carry the poor in your heart and encourage them

    Sam - St. Dominic Savio March 9 Pray for the young

    Madeline -St. Nicodemus Aug 3 Pray for the enlightment of Israel

    Brigette - Edith Stein, St. Teresa benedicta of the Cross Aug 9 - Pray for philosophers and theologians

    Tom - St. Philip Neri May 26 Pray for those who have yet to find true joy in Jesus

    Amelia -Our Lady of Mount Carmel July 16 Pray for peace and interior silence in the hearts of bishops and priests (wear a brown scapular)

    Christopher - St. Maximilian Kolbe Aug 14 Pray that Mary Immaculate may reign in our hearts

    Joseph - St. Ignatius of Loyola July 31 Pray for a spirit of total surrender

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  49. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Krystin (myself) - Our Lady of Lourdes FEb 11 Pray for the apostles/those devoted to Our Lady

    Kevin (dh) - St. John of the Cross Dec 14 Pray for those who suffer, that they unite with Jesus and find joy

    Meghan - The Holy Guardian Angels Oct 2 Help someone to meet and get to know their guardian angel

    Jenna - St. Faustina of Divine Mercy Oct 5 Pray for deeper intimacy with God

    Kenneth - St. Leopold Mandic of Yugoslavia Oct 16 Pray for souls to make a Holy Confession

    John (aka Jack) - St. Timothy Jan 26 Pray that Christians proclaim the Gospel with great zeal

    Allison - St Bernard of Clarivaux Doctor of the Church Aug 20 Pray for those who are called and have not yet said "yes."

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  50. +JMJ+January 1, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Leanne - St. Isidore Doctor of the Church and Education April 4 Pray that our learning promotes our sanctity and our sanctity spurs our learning and knowledge.

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  51. NanetteJanuary 1, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Please pick saints for my family:
    Nan, mom
    Kris, dad
    Jenn, John, Ian and Chloe
    Jeffrey, Rebecca, Gin Juniper and Silas
    Charlie
    Maren
    Claire
    Andrew
    and Anna.

    My husband and older children are not practicing their faith, and their children are not being catechized, but I've been wrapping them in Mama Mary's mantle, and I know she wouldn't mind a little more support from some other patrons, besides their namesakes. Thank you, Allison, for being such a wonderful encourager!!

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  52. AngelaJanuary 1, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    We would love it if you would pick saints for us!

    In Christ,

    The Millers
    A (mom), J (dad), G (girl, 2), baby (due 6/11)

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  53. TaraJanuary 1, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I'd love for you to "Pick a Saint" for my family!

    Tara (myself)
    Thomas (my husband)
    Eryn (our daughter)
    Riley (our son)

    Thanks so much in advance!!

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  54. wink4momJanuary 1, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Hi Thank you for picking saints for families. We loved it last year .
    Could you please pick a saint for each member of our family?
    Rob dh
    Paula
    Ryan ds
    Tyler ds
    Jacob ds
    Shayla dd

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  55. JenJanuary 1, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Hi Allison,
    I'd love it if you picke a saint for my family. Thanks!

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  56. TiffanyJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Thank you and God Bless you for this New Year's gift to all of us! I would love you to find a saint for me. Ave Maria.

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  57. DirtdartwifeJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    You picked a Saint for me last year and I'm requesting a pick again! Can I ask for one for my husband as well? :) Thanks so much!!

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  58. DirtdartwifeJanuary 1, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Ok, I see that others have asked for their children as well. My children would be delighted to have a Saint pick them! I have C, A, E, E and S. Thanks so much!!!

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  59. kaykristoJanuary 1, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Is it too late to get one for us too? :)

    Josette
    Raffy
    Joey
    Pax

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  60. SerenaJanuary 2, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    Thank you for doing this. I would love if you could pick a saint for each of my family members; Jim, Serena, Annette, Lucien, Emmalee and Victoria. Thank you and may your New Year be filled with an overabundance of God's graces.

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  61. KristinJanuary 2, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Dear Allison,

    I would love it if you would choose a saint for me (Kristin) and my daughter (Sarah). Thank you very much!

    God bless,
    Kristin

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  62. Cheryl HessJanuary 2, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    We would love to have you pick us saints again this year! For my husband Pete and me, oldest son Chad (11), daughter Colby (8), and youngest son Brett (2). Thank you, and God bless!

    Cheryl

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  63. HollyJanuary 2, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    This is so timely! this morning in prayer I was thinking of asking for a Patron Saint for each of our family members, some of whom are no longer practing Catholics, some are lukewarm and some are only beginning their faith journey!
    The DiNardo Family prayerfully requests patron saints for:
    The DiNardo Family
    John, the father
    Holly, the mother
    Ramona, 5 year old
    Angela Grace, 24 left Church but still believes in Christ
    Anthony Gerard, left Church and is agnostic

    Thank you, thank you thank you for this opportunity!
    Blessings, Holly

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  64. AnonymousJanuary 2, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    I'd LOVE for you to choose saints for our family! If you can, one for me, for my husband Jim, and for our sons John (!%) and David (11).
    Thanks and God Bless.
    Sandy

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  65. MRLJanuary 2, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    We would love a saint either for our family or for each individual person. We have Mindy (grandma), Steven (son), Isaiah, 7 year old grandson, and Avannah, 6 year old granddaughter.

    Thank you so much. Blessings to you.

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  66. JessicaJanuary 2, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    We had St. Gregory the Great for 2010 for our family (totally appropriate). Could you pick a saint for us for 2011. Thanks and God Bless.

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  67. ChristinaJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Thank you so much for doing this! I think it is a wonderful idea. If you would be willing I would love for you to a pick a Saint for me this new year. I will be finishing my master's this Spring and hopefully looking finding a job that helps me to use my talents to better serve God.

    Thanks
    Christina
    Christinabk1@yahoo.com

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  68. KellyJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Thank you so much for your offer to do this -- we would love to take part in this opportunity! If you could pick a saint for each of our family, we would truly be thankful! There is myself (Kelly), hubby Ray, then Natalie, Rachel, Mary, Elyse, and Therese.

    May God bless your family abundantly this year!

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  69. LaurenJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:40 AM

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  70. Becky BoothJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    I would love you to pick a Saint for our family this year. We will be having major upheaval as my husband is being posted to Germany, and we are all settling there for a couple of years as our first British Army posting abroad. Our children are Anna (3) and Alexander (1).

    God bless you,
    Becky Booth.

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  71. TJsMommyJanuary 2, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    I would like a Saint for 2011. Thank you! ~Joan

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  72. JenniferJanuary 2, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Hi Allison,
    I would love a saint again this year! You are so wonderful to do this. May God's peace and many blessings be with you and yours throughout the year!
    Jennifer (in AL)

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  73. Jamie JoJanuary 2, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Dear JMJ-could you please pick a saint for me? and one for my children? Oh, heck, how about one for my husband too?

    I'll be begging intercession constantly!

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  74. Pam LeesJanuary 2, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Dear Allison,
    May I ask if you could pick a saint for my family ? We are MODGers & right now are in the middle of a protracted move. My oldest DC, 2 college students & one graduate are staying here whilst the younger 3 DC, DH & I are awaiting the move. Feeling overwhelmed but so enjoying reading your words of encouragement. Pam JMJ AMDG

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  75. pam leesJanuary 2, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    um this is pam again-forgot to leave my e-mial, ds needed shower help!

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  76. Alexis C.January 2, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    What a wonderful idea! Our family would love one as well :)

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  77. Mrs. RussianbearJanuary 2, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    The Yarbrough family would love if you could chose a saint for us for this year! Thank you so much.

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  78. MartianneJanuary 2, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    What a wonderful, fun and helpful idea. I would love it if you would pick one for our family - two parents, a 5 yr old, a 3 yr old and a 6 mos old. St Terese and St francis speak to me as I soooo need to embrace simplicity and declutter. St Gemma does, too, as the name - which I had never heard - popped up everywhere when I was pregnant with my youngest son to the point where I was convinced I was having a girl and should name her Gemma (but have our beautiful Jack instead) There are more, but I am wondering who you might prayerfully help pick us. Thanks!

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  79. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Nan, mom - St. Bonaventure, Doctor of the Church july 15 praying to reflect on the crucified Lord and act with goodness toward others

    Kris, dad - St. Anne, mother of BVM July 26 Pray for holiness of all mothers

    Jenn - Mary, Mother of God pray for those rebelling against the CHurch

    John - Blessed Charles de Foucault of France pray for peace in the Holy Land

    Ian - St. John Bosco! Jan 31 Pray for teachers

    Chloe - Blessed Jacinta of Fatima July 26 Pray for the Triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

    Jeffrey -St Thomas Aquinas Jan 28 Pray for the conversion of lukewarm souls

    Rebecca - St Anthony of Padua June 13 Pray for non-believers

    Gin Juniper - St. Clare of Assisi Aug 11 Pray for consecrated to grow ardently in love for Jesus

    Silas - St. Abraham of the O.T. Pray for the conversion of Israel

    Charlie - St. Isidore Doctor of the Church & Education Apr 4 Pray that our learning promotes our sanctity and our sanctity spurs our learning and knowledge

    Maren - St. Jeanne of Chantal Dec 12 Pray for mothers

    Claire - St Camille of Lellis Pray for those in the healthcare profession

    Andrew - St. Peter the Apostle June 29 Pray for the Pope and his intentions

    Anna - St. Elijah of the O.T. Pray for a deepening of faith throughout the world

    God bless you all!

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  80. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    The Millers
    A (mom) - Our Lady of Lourdes Feb 11 Pray for the apostles of/those devoted to Our Lady

    J (dad) - St John the Baptist June 24 & Aug 29 Pray for the prophets of our day

    G (girl, 2)- Archangel Raphael Sept 29 Pray for healing of families

    baby (due 6/11) - St. Juan Diego July 31 Pray for unity among nations

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  81. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Tara (myself)- st. Elizabeth mother of John the Baptist Nov 5 Pray for all mothers to welcome new life

    Thomas (my husband)- St. Margaret Mary Alacoque of First Friday devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus praying to spread devotion to this reparation

    Eryn (our daughter) - Edith Stein, St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Aug 9 Pray for philosophers and theologians

    Riley (our son) - St. Catherine of Siena Doctor of the Church Apr 29 Pray for holy women in all states of life

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  82. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Rob dh - St. Cecilia Pray for married couples to have Holy and pure love

    Paula - St. Anthony of Egypt Jan 17 Pray for purification of the world from evil

    Ryan ds - St. Teresa of Avila Doctor of the Church Oct 15 Pray for consecrated souls

    Tyler ds - St. Monica Aug 27 Pray for holy mothers

    Jacob ds - St. Gertrude Nov 16 Pray for enemies

    Shayla dd - St. Andrew Nov 30 Pray for the quiet and humble of the world who do the work of the Lord without recognition

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  83. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Pixler family - The Holy SOuls in Purgatory Nov 2 Pray for the Holy Souls

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  84. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Tiffany - Child Jesus, King of Love praying for the reign of the Child Jesus in all hearts

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  85. JenJanuary 2, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Allison, we'd be honored to have you do this for our growing Catholic family, too!

    Jen the Convert

    ;)

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  86. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    DirtDart Wife - St. Matthew Sept 21 Pray for those who do not know the love of Jesus

    DirtDart Husband - Mother Cabrini Dec 22 pray for an increase in women religious (She must like husbands, she picked mine twice.)

    C - Blessed Pope John XXIII praying for the true spirit of Vatican II to bear fruit in the church

    A - St. Benedict July 11 Pray for the coming of the Kingdom of God

    E - St. JoseMaria Escriva June 26 Pray that all would find THE WAY to live for Christ each day.

    E - St. Veronica Feb 4 Comfort Jesus thru adoration

    and S - St. Francis de Sales Jan 24 Pray for writers, journalists and editors of all kinds

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  87. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Josette - St. Padre Pio Sept 23 Pray for the salvation of souls that are bound to satan

    Raffy - St, Cyril of Jerusalem, Doctor of the Church against heresy Mar 18 Pray for those who are distracted and bewitched by false teachings

    Joey - Russian St. Seraphim of Sarov Jan 2 Pray for the unity of the Church

    Pax - Blessed Leonie Martin, sister of the Little Flower June 16 Pray for children who are not understood

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  88. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Jim, St. Bernadette of Lourdes April 16 Offer sacrifices to Mary for her intentions

    Serena, Our Lady of Fatima May 13 Pray for greater devotion to the rosary

    Annette, Bl. Joseph-Marie Cassant pray for vocations to the priesthood

    Lucien, St. Ambrose Dec 7 Pray that all honor the Magisterium and that through Mary's intercession that all babies are welcomed into families

    Emmalee St. Maximilian Kolbe Aug 14 (consider making a Marian/Kolbe consecration this year) Pray that Mary Immaculate may reign in our hearts

    and Victoria The Holy Family of nazareth praying for blessed, holy and happy families

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  89. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Kristin St. ALphonsus de Ligouri Aug 1 Pray for good spiritual directors

    daughter Sarah - St. Stephen, first martyr Dec 26 Pray for the gift of profound holiness

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  90. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Pete - St. Dominic Savio Mar 9 Pray for the young

    Cheryl Hess - St. Lawrence Aug 10 Carry the poor in your heart and encourage them

    oldest son Chad (11), - St. Thomas More June 22 Pray that lawyers and judges decide for Gospel values to bring about a culture of life

    daughter Colby (8), St. Cosmas & Damian, physicians Sept 27 Pray for those who minister to the sick and to sick souls

    and youngest son Brett (2). Sts Joachim and Ann grandparents of Jesus July 26 Pray for healing within families

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  91. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    The DiNardo Family

    John, the father - St. John of the Cross Dec 14 Pray for those who suffer that they unite with Jesus and find joy

    Holly, the mother - The Holy Guardian Angels Oct 2 Help someone meet and get to know their guardian angel

    Ramona, 5 year old - St. Charbel Dec 24 Pray for Lebanon

    Angela Grace, 24 left Church but still believes in Christ - St. Vincent de Paul Sept 27 Pray for compassion

    Anthony Gerard, left Church and is agnostic -
    St. ALbert Doctor of the Church & Science Nov 15 Pray that all would recognize God as the Creator of all science

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  92. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    me, Sandy - St. John Vianney Aug 4 Pray for priests

    for my husband Jim, - Mary Queen of Peace June 25 Bring to Mary every single conflict you come across

    and John - St. Philip Neri May 26 Pray for thise who have yet to find true joy in Jesus

    and David - St. Nicodemus Aug 3 Pray for the enlightenment of Israel

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  93. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Mindy (grandma), St. Luke Oct 18 Pray for those who are questioning their faith in the Church

    Steven (son), St. Maria Goretti the forgiving July 6 Pray for purity of the heart

    Isaiah, 7 year old grandson, St. Valentine Feb 14 Pray that people will model their love after God's love

    and Avannah, 6 year old granddaughter. - St. Francis Xavier Dec 3 Pray for missionaries

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  94. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Jessica of Belief in Abundance - St. Jerome Sept 30 Pray for a deep love of God's Word and pray for bible scholars

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  95. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Christina bk1

    St. Mechtilde - Pray for the underprivileged

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  96. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    (Kelly), St. Ignatius of Loyola July 31 Pray for a spirit of total surrender

    hubby Ray, St. Bernard of Clarivaux, Doctor of the Church Aug 20 Pray for those who are called and have not yet said "yes."

    then Natalie, St. Louis de Montfort of Marian consecration Apr 28 Pray for Our Lady's intentions

    Rachel, St. Faustina (Divine mercy) Oct 5 Pray for deeper intimacy with God

    Mary, St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Nov 9 Pray for vocations to the contemplative life

    Elyse, St. Francis of ASsisi Oct 4 Pray for the gift of faith

    nd Therese - St. Benedict Joseph Labre Apr 16 Pray for the homeless

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  97. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Lauren, the discerning - in prayer, God's hand led me to St. Simon of Cyrene who carried the Cross with Christ. Pray that many will be drawn to help others carry their crosses.

    Hope this helps you....

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  98. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Becky Booth - St. Leopold Mandic of Yugoslavia Oct 16 Pray for souls to make a Holy Confession

    Husband -St. Pierre Louis-Marie Chanel Pray for the Gospel to be preached around the world

    Anna (3) St. Catherine Laboure of the miraculous medal Nov 28 pray for the enemies of the church

    nd Alexander (1) St Joan of Arc May 30 Pray for France and the conversion of freemasons

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  99. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Joan TJsMommy - St. Genevieve pray for the virginity of young people

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  100. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Jennifer in AL - St. Augustine Doctor of the Church Aug 28 Pray for conversions

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  101. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Jamie Jo - St. Angela Merici, mystic and religious founder Jan 27 Pray for mothers!

    Husband - St. Patrick of Ireland march 17 Pray for the laity to respond to the call to evangelize

    Jedi -St. Gianna Molla Apr 28 Pray for pregnant Mothers to choose life

    Ballerina Rosie -The Holy Innocents Dec 28 Pray for an end to abortion!

    Mary Hannah-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Jan 4 Pray for an increase in women religious

    Babycakes -St. Therese the Little Flower Oct 1 Pray for an outpouring of love in families

    Sweetie Pie-St. Joseph Pray for the gift of blessed fatherhood for the world's families

    Wow, some powerful ones there!

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  102. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Pam Lees family - St. Athanasius, Doctor of the Church for Orthodoxy May 2 Pray for all to defend the faith with courage and perseverance and to not lose heart admist setbacks!

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  103. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Alexis C - St. Peter Julian Eymard of Eucharistic Adoration Aug 3 Pray that souls make Jesus in the Eucharist their first joy in life.

    Do you have a holy hour?

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  104. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Yarbrough family - archangel Gabriel Sept 29 Pray that Divine love will conquer the world

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  105. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Martianne - St. Helen who found the cross Aug 18 pray for children who are mistreated

    husband - St. Leo Doctor of the Church Nov 10 Pray to have Christ's peace guide you in all tribulations


    a 5 yr old, St. Rose of Lima Aug 23 Pray that souls find the true beauty of the cross

    a 3 yr old St. Martin de Porres Nov 3 Pray for greater humility, charity and generousity in God's service

    and a 6 mos old. St. Timothy Jan 26 Pray that Christians proclaim the Gospel with great zeal

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  106. +JMJ+January 2, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Jen the convert :)

    Our Lady of Mount Carmel July 16

    Pray for peace and interior silence in the hearts of bishops and priest

    Do you wear the scapular? Are you invested in it?

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  107. A HandmaidJanuary 2, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    I'm so grateful that you chose saints every year - thank you.

    Please choose for us:

    Lance
    Stephanie
    James
    Ian
    Johnathan
    Lily

    God bless

    Stephanie

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  108. NoelJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    We would love to have you pick out a Saint for our Family! What a wonderful tradition.

    Noey another Catholic Convert :)

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  109. LaurenJanuary 3, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    I am SO happy I commented for your 'advice,' I nearly didn't bother, having all but selected St. Teresa of Avila. When I first saw your reply with St. Simon of Cyrene I admit to being a bit surprised, as I thought about it more however, I realized he was really the PERFECT patron saint for me at this time. After a year of teaching full-time I made the decision to move back home with my family. I was dissapointed about not using my education, but realised my greater goal is to "use" my life by serving God through others. What better role model in trying to serve the marginalized, than the man who served the marginalized Christ Himself!!

    I wrote all about it in my blog today too. http://journeyliving.blogspot.com/2011/01/and-winner-is.html


    sorry this post is soooo long!

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  110. Kathy LemanowiczJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    Dear Alison,

    Please pick a saint for us this year. Thank you so much!

    The Lemanowicz Family

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  111. JenniferJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Thank you so much, Allison!
    God Bless you.
    Jennifer (AL)

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  112. Jennie PraterJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Dear Allison,

    Could you please help our saints find us this year? Thank you so much! We really appreciate it!

    We are:

    Bruce
    Jennie
    Tess
    Alden
    Jillian
    Camille
    Sarah

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  113. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    This is lovely! A saint for us would be perfect.

    Brenda
    Scott
    Sarah, 13
    William, 12
    Steven, 10
    Melissa, 9
    John, 5

    Thank you,
    Brenda in Michigan

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  114. MicheleJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Thank you so much for offering to choose a saint for our family. Would love someone for my husband and 2 boys (10 and 5) as well as myself. We are a homeschooling family, and I look forward to learning more about our saints this year. Thank you again!

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  115. TabathaJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I'd love if you would do this for the Klug family again. What a gift you give everyone doing this every year. Thank you!

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  116. Vos FamilyJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Our family would love it if you would have a saint pick our family for us to encorporate into our lives for 2011. We cannot wait to see who chooses us!

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  117. SatchfanswifeJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    I would love for you to choose a saint for my family and also wonder if you would choose one for my confirmation class as well. Thanks and God bless! T K

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  118. debbiJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Allison,
    I would love a Saint for myself and one for my 8yo dd. thank you and God bless!
    Debbi

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  119. Melissa in MNJanuary 3, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    This is a wonderful tradition and gift. I would truly appreciate you choosing a saint for my family this year.

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  120. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Lance - St. Catherine of Siena Apr 29 Doctor of the Church Pray for holy women in all states of life

    Stephanie - St. Timothy Jan 26 Pray for Christians to proclaim the Gospel with great zeal

    James - St. Alphonsus Aug 1 Pray for good spiritual directors

    Ian - St. John Chrysostom Sept 13 Pray to be obedient to God's will and be kind to to others, especially if they are unkind to you

    Johnathan - St. Ignatius of Loyola July 31 Pray for a spirit of total surrender

    Lily - St. Francis Xavier - Pray for missionaries Dec 3

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  121. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Noel - St. Gianna Beretta Molla Apr 28 Pray for pregnant mothers to choose life.

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  122. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    The Lemanowicz Family -

    St. John the Evangelist Dec 27 Pray for those wounded by life that they may be healed.

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  123. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Bruce - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Jul 16 (Does he wear a scapular?)
    Pray for peace and interior silence in the hearts of bishops and priests

    Jennie - St. AUgustine Doctor of the Church Aug 28 Pray for conversions

    Tess - St. Lawrence Aug 10 Carry the poor in your heart and encourage them

    Alden - St. Joan of Arc May 20 Pray for France and for the conversion of freemasons

    Jillian - Child Jesus, King of Love Pray for the reign of the child Jesus in all hearts.

    Camille - The Holy Innocents Dec 28 Pray for an end to abortion

    Sarah - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Nov 9 Pray for vocations to the contemplative life

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  124. ChristineJanuary 3, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Did you pick on for me?

    If you please? There are so many not sure if I am in there or not?

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  125. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Brenda - St. Stephen 1st martyr Dec 26 Pray for the gift of profound holiness

    Scott - St. Genevieve Pray for the virginity of young people

    Sarah, 13 - St. Anthony of Padua June 13 Pray for non-believers

    William, 12 - St. Clare of Assisi Aug 11 Pray for consecrated to grow ardently in love for Jesus

    Steven, 10 - St. Monica AUg 27 Pray for holy mothers

    Melissa, 9 - St. Martin de Porres Nov 3 Pray for greater humility, charity and generosity in God's service
    John, 5

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  126. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Michelle at Tyson Zoo - St. Michael the Archangel Sept 29 Pray that those who are under the influence of satan may be saved

    Husband - St. Isidore Doctor of the Church Apr 4 Pray that our learning promotes our sanctity and our sanctity spurs our learning and knowledge

    First child - St. Juan Diego July 31 Pray for unity among nations

    2nd child - St. Camille of Lellis Pray for nurses and those in the healthcare profession

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  127. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Klug family - St. Anthony of Egypt Jan 17 Pray for the purification of the world from evil

    God bless, Tabatha!

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  128. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    VOS family - St. Catherine of Genoa Sept 15 Pray for the souls in purgatory

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  129. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Satchfanswife - Blessed Pope John XXIII Pray that the true spirit of Vatican II can bear fruit in the Church

    Class - St. Abraham of the O.T. Pray for the conversion of Israel

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  130. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Debbi - St. Thomas More Jun 22 Pray that lawyers and judges will decide for Gospel values and bring about a culture of life

    8 year old DD - St. Angela Merici Jan 27 Pray for mothers (mystic and religious founder)

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  131. +JMJ+January 3, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    My friend Christine!

    Blessed Charles de Foucault of France
    Pray for peace in the Holy Land.

    http://www.vatican.va/news_services/liturgy/saints/ns_lit_doc_20051113_de-foucauld_en.html

    Archbishop Fulton J Sheen on Youtube speaking on Blessed Charles de Foucald - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Os_PEyTU5s&feature=related

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  132. misspamJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    Please pick a saint for the Smiths--Joe(dh), Pam(dw), Aaron(ds) and Rachel(dd). Thank you ever so much!!! God bless you!

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  133. nosoulleftbehindJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Will you please pick a saint for me? Thanks!

    Jen

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  134. NoelJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Thank you very much! I look forward to learning more about St. Gianna Beretta Molla this year.

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  135. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:24 AM

    A saint for new beginnings alone after Emotional abuse...Lori and her 5 kids.

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  136. DawnyaJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    Could you please choose a saint for our family, God bless you, Dawnya margueritemary@verizon.net

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  137. tallymaJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    Please pick a saint for me, and for my two sons, age 12 and 9. Thank you so much!

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  138. groovie momJanuary 4, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    I thought I made a request Sun. night, but I don't see it so I'll try again. Please choose a saint for me, my 9yo son and 6 yo daughter. Thanks!

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  139. cantatrixJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    What a beautiful charism! I read your post on the KIC list. I would appreciate any saint recomendations you have for us:
    Jenny (me)
    S. (my husband, new convert)
    D. (DS, 16, in high school, health challenges)
    G. (DD, 15, in high school)
    little S. (DS, 9, homeschooling)

    May God bless you and your family in this new year.

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  140. KayJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Thank you for following my blog.

    I'm thinking I probably need a saint for 2011 and thank you for making these connections. God bless.

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  141. AlexandraJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Could you please pick a patron saint for 2011 me, I am a busy mom to four boys, one of whom is special needs. I look forward to spending more time in devotion. Thank you in advance. Alexandra Bryn

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  142. Joe, Anna and baby GusJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    thank you! We would love companion Saints! My husband, Joe, myself, and our little boy! This is one of the best parts of the new year!

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  143. +JMJ+January 4, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Smiths--Joe(dh), St. Gertrude Nov 16 Pray for enemies

    Pam(dw), St. Therese Doctor of the CHurch Oct 1 Pray for an outpouring of love in families

    Aaron(ds) - St. Rose of Lima Aug 23 Pray that souls find the true beauty of the cross

    and Rachel(dd) - St. ALbert Doctor of the Church Pray that all would recognize God as the Creator of all science.

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  144. OlgaJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    I would love if you picked a Saint for me :)

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  145. AlJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Oh! What a wonderful idea! Am I too late? I would love a saint for the year.
    Blessings,
    Alison

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  146. ChristineJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Thank you so much. This is perfect. My prayers are answered.

    YOU are a great friend.

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  147. AshleyJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    I'm late! ;) I hope it's not too late. I would love for you to choose one for me and one for my family (Drew family).

    Thank you so much!

    God Bless you!

    AShley

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  148. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Jen from NoSoulLeftBehind

    St. Louis de Montfort of Marian COnsecration to Jesus. April 28 - Pray for Our Lady's intentions.

    Have you made the consecration?

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  149. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Lori, beginning anew after emotional abuse - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Jan 4 Pray for an increase in women religious (She too had to begin anew, I find this very symbolic)

    Child 1 - St. Peter the Apostle June 29 Pray for the Pope and his intentions for the world

    CHild 2 - St. Bernard of Clarivaux Doctor of the Church Aug 20 Pray for those who are called and have not yet said "yes."

    CHild 3 - Bl. Anne Catherine Emmerick author Mel Gibson based the Passion film on - Feb 9 Pray for those who share the Passion of Christ in our time

    Child 4 - St. Maximilian Kolbe Aug 14 Pray that Mary Immaculate may reign in our hearts

    Child 5 - St. Bonaventure Doctor of the Church July 15 Pray to reflect on the crucified Lord often and share unselfishly

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  150. Jennie PraterJanuary 5, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Dear Allison,

    Thank you so much for the saits!! We love them. :-) :-)

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  151. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Dawnya -

    St. Peter Julian Eymard Aug 3 - Saint of Eucharistic Adoration - Pray that souls make Jesus in the Eucharist their first joy in life

    Sounds like you are being called to a Holy Hour!

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  152. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Tallyma - St. Jeanne de Chantal Dec 12 Pray for mothers

    son 1 - St. Athanasius Doctor of the Church Orthodoxy May 2 Pray for all to defend the faith with courage and perseverence and not to lose heart amidst setbacks.

    son 2 - St. Thomas Aquinas, Doctor of the Church Jan 28 Pray for the conversion of lukewarm souls.

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  153. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    GroovieMom - St. Dismas, the good thief...Jesus remember me when you come into your Kingdom. Pray for the conversion of criminals

    9 yr. old - St. Leopold Mandic of Yugoslavia Oct 16 Pray for souls to make a Holy COnfession

    6 yr. old - St. Benedict July 11 Pray for the coming of the Kingdom of God

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  154. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    Cantatrix

    Jenny (me)- St. Pierre Louis-Marie Chanel Pray for the Gospel to be preached throughout the world

    S. (my husband, new convert)- St. Mary Mother of God Pray for those rebelling against the Church

    D. (DS, 16, in high school, health challenges) - St. Valentine, physician & Martyr Feb 14 Pray that pople will model their love after God's love

    G. (DD, 15, in high school) - St. Mechtilde Pray for the underprivileged

    little S. (DS, 9, homeschooling) - Archangel Gabriel Sept 29 Pray that Divine love will conquer the world

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  155. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    Alexandra Bryn - St. Margaret Mary Alacoque of First Friday devotion in reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Oct 16 - Pray for those crushed by trials

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  156. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:17 AM

    Olga - St. Veronica, who wiped the face of Jesus on his way of the Cross. Feb 4 - Comfort Jesus through Adoration

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  157. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Joe - St. Peter Chanel Apr 28 Pray for missionary vocations

    Anna - St. Luke Oct 18 Pray for those who are questioning their faith in the Church

    Baby Gus - St. Philip Neri May 26 Pray for those who have not yet found true joy in Jesus

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  158. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Al

    Alison - Newborn Baby Jesus, let the baby Jesus be your guide

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  159. +JMJ+January 5, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Ashley - St. John of the Cross Dec 14 Pray for those who suffer, that they unite with Jesus and find joy

    Drew family - St. Martha of Bethany July 29 Pray for the despairing

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  160. MargieJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    What a wonderful thing you are doing! May God bless you abundantly!! May I please ask for a Saint companion for myself and for my family? God Bless you!

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  161. Terry DJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    Can you please pick a saint for me.

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  162. KayJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I hope you found my reply to your question about using the image of Mary, Queen of Peace and it is certainly fine.

    Also, can you please pick a saint for me? Thank you.

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  163. AshleyJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Thanks, Alison! My due date just happens to be July 29!!! What a great saint for the Drew family!!!

    As for me, St. John of the Cross is a perfect choice too. My grandmother suffered much during her final weeks of life. She was in the hospital in agony on December 14. She was unable to eat or drink much and could barely put together two words. I will pray for her soul as I pray for others who are suffering and despairing.

    Thank you so much.

    Ashley Drew

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  164. KimberlieJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    I found your blog through Jen at Forever, For Always, No Matter What. I used Conversion Diary tool for our personal saints this year but I love the idea of having a patron saint for my blogs. My family blog is http://www.welcometothedumplinghouse.blogspot.com and my personal thoughts blog is http://www.carpeveritatem.wordpress.com

    You can feel free to take my blog addresses out or delete my comment altogether. I would just love to have some more saints personally praying for us. :)
    Thanks so much!
    Kimberlie

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  165. +JMJ+January 6, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    For Terry D - St. DOminic, AUg 8 Intercede for hardened hearts

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  166. +JMJ+January 6, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    Hi Kay - Thanks!

    St. Margaret Mary Alacoque of First Friday devotion in reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus - Spread devotion to the Sacred Heart

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  167. Angel Wings and Apron StringsJanuary 6, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    I would love for you to choose a saint to acompany me throughout the year. Thank you for this kindness!
    joy in Christ..Trish

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  168. +JMJ+January 7, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    Kimberlie's blogs

    1 - Blessed Francisco of Fatima and to Pray for children

    2 - St Andrew, Nov 30 Pray in thanksgiving for the quiet and humble of the world who do the work of the Lord without recognition

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  169. +JMJ+January 7, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    Trish of Angel Wings and Apron Strings (the most charming name for a blog!)

    St. John Eudes, author of Marian classics - Pray for the renewal of seminaries throughout the world.

    http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=st+john+eudes&tag=googhydr-20&index=aps&hvadid=3620315819&ref=pd_sl_42nfud4ne4_b

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  170. kaykristoJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Thank you, so much! Ours is so perfect! I do have a growing love and admiration for Padre Pio and my husband has been feeling a call to speak truth where it isn't. Can't wait to discover with the boys!

    "Josette - St. Padre Pio Sept 23 Pray for the salvation of souls that are bound to satan

    Raffy - St, Cyril of Jerusalem, Doctor of the Church against heresy Mar 18 Pray for those who are distracted and bewitched by false teachings

    Joey - Russian St. Seraphim of Sarov Jan 2 Pray for the unity of the Church

    Pax - Blessed Leonie Martin, sister of the Little Flower June 16 Pray for children who are not understood"

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  171. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Could you pick a saint for each of us again this year? We appreciate your kindness in doing this for us!

    Debbie
    Paul
    Ben
    Ellie
    Maggie

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  172. +JMJ+January 7, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Debbie - Our Lady Queen of Peace - Pray for the plan of Our Lady in her appearances

    Paul - St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church Oct 15 Pray for consecrated souls, they are the soul of the CHurch

    Ben - St. Mary Magdalene July 22 Pray that those lost in sin will come to know the great love of Jesus

    Ellie - St. Joseph Pray for the gift of blessed fatherhood for the world's families

    Maggie - St. Martha of Bethany Pray for the homeless, poor, HIV sufferers among us

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  173. DirtdartwifeJanuary 8, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Thank you!!!! :) :)

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  174. Karla in MNJanuary 8, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Lovely...Last years Saints fit so well for each of us, I am excited to see who you pick for each of us this year!Especially interested to see which Saints will be helping us through our youngest son's bone marrow transplant...

    Dad
    Mom
    son...Max-17
    daughter...Cheyenne-15
    daughter...Josy-10.5
    son...Sanjay-10

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  175. LisaJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Would love a saint picked for our family and for each individual.
    Lisa
    Brent
    Alex
    Joseph
    Matthew
    Elizabeth
    Emma
    Anna
    Angela
    Thanks for offering your time to do this!

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  176. ChristineJanuary 9, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Am I too late to ask for a Saint for 2011? I would like one.

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  177. +JMJ+January 9, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Dad - St. Monica, Aug 27 Pray for holy mothers

    Mom - St. Michael the Archangel Sept 29 Pray for those who are under the influence of Satan

    son...Max-17 - St. Juan Diego July 31 Pray for unity among the nations

    daughter...Cheyenne-15 - St. CAtherine Laboure of the Miraculous medal (does she wear one?) Nov 28 Pray for enemies of the church

    daughter...Josy-10.5 - St. Lawrence of Brindisi Aug 10 Doctor of the CHurch Pray the protestants return to the true Church thru the intercession of the BVM

    son...Sanjay-10 - St. Peter Chanel April 28 Pray for missionary vocations

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  178. +JMJ+January 9, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Lisa - Our Lady of Fatima May 13 Pray for a greater devotion to the rosary

    Brent - St. Albert Doctor of the Church Nov 15 Pray that all would recognize God as the creator of all science

    Alex - St. Rose of Lima Aug 23 Pray that souls find the true beauty of the Cross

    Joseph - St. Elizabeth Nov 5 Pray for all mothers that they will welcome new life like John the Baptist's mother did

    Matthew - Bl. Joseph Marie Cassant Pray for vocations to the priesthood

    Elizabeth - St. Jerome Sept 30 Pray for a deep love of God's Word and pray for bible scholars

    Emma - St. Padre Pio Sept 23 Pray for the salvation of souls that are bound to satan

    Anna - St. Louis de Montfort of Marian Consecration to Jesus April 28 Pray for Our Lady's intentions

    Angela - St. Dominic Aug 8 Intercede for hardened hearts

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  179. +JMJ+January 9, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Whoops, and Lisa's family, too -

    Bl. Charles de Foucault of France, Pray for peace in the Holy Land

    Watch Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen speak of him on YouTube, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Os_PEyTU5s

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  180. +JMJ+January 9, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Christine as my house turns -

    Mother Cabrini Dec 22
    Pray for an increase in women religious

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  181. cantatrixJanuary 9, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Thank you for your generosity! We can't wait to get started exploring and praying with our saints!

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  182. Angel Wings and Apron StringsJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    I am delighted in your choice and want to tell you that the Lord had asked me to pray specifically for priests last year.
    Thank you so much for this confirmation!
    joy in Christ..Trish

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  183. McDonald ClanJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    May God bless you for your generosity! You gave us saints a few years back. Can you again? We have me (Kelly), Matt (husband), Brendan (8), Patrick (6), Erin (4), Nora (3), Seamus (1), and new baby (due in March). Thank you so much.

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  184. +JMJ+January 13, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    (Kelly), - St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church Oct 15 Pray for consecrated souls, they are the soul of the Church

    Matt (husband), -St. Joseph! (St. Teresa of Avila was devoted to him) Pray for the gift of blessed fatherhood for the world's families

    Brendan (8), - Holy SOuls in Purgatory Nov 2 Pray for the Holy Souls and ask them to pray for you

    Patrick (6), -Our Lady Queen of Peace - June 25, Pray for Our Lady's Plans

    Erin (4), St. Luke Oct 18 Pray for those who are questioning their faith

    Nora (3), - St. Philip Neri May 26 Pray for those who have not yet found true joy in Jesus

    Seamus (1), - St. Peter Julian Eymard Aug 3 Pray that souls make Jesus in the Eucharist their first joy in life

    and new baby (due in March)- Archangel Gabriel Sept 29 Pray that Divine love will conquer the world

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  185. TabathaJanuary 14, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    Thanks again! Jan 17th is Zane's birthday! How cool is that?!

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  186. +JMJ+January 14, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Again, this year, I am blessed to hear from a bunch of you about the "connections" to your saints.

    Confirmation.

    It reaffirms what we notice every year - that THE SAINT really does choose you!

    Looking forward to letting God and His holy men and women, our cloud of witnesses, our saints lead us....

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  187. christineJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Is it too late for this? How do you pick a saint? or rather, how does your saint pick you?

    I'd be honored if you could pick one for our family. Husband (not a practicing Catholic, but I know there's a saint who would interecede for him ;), me, girl (8), boy (6), boy (4).

    Thank you!

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  188. +JMJ+January 14, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Christine - St. Martha of Bethany - Pray for the homeless, the poor, the HIV sufferers

    http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=79

    Husband - WOW! St. Augustine...really! Aug 28 Pray for conversions

    girl (8), St. Matthew Sept 21 Pray for those who do not know the love of Jesus

    boy (6), St. Anthony of Padua, pray for non-believers

    boy (4). St. Veronica who wiped the face of Jesus Feb 4 Comfort Jesus through adoration

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  189. ChristineCJanuary 14, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    I was coming back here to tell you i found your list of saints and was going to do it myself. Thank you! and WOW! I am floored by both boys. Truly, the Saints do pick us.

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  190. Mackenzie KlemaJanuary 16, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Hello, would you please pick a saint for me? I'm eighteen, a first-year in college. Thanks!

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  191. +JMJ+January 16, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Hi Mackenzie!

    St. Therese, the Little Flower, Doctor of the Church

    http://doctorsofthecatholicchurch.com/TL.html

    Oct 1 Pray for an outpouring of love in families

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  192. jennyann1126January 22, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    I greatly appreciate you doing this!! I am a homeschooling mother of 2 boys; 6 and 3 years. My husband is a Catholic convert and a professional horse trainer. We live in a small southern town where Catholicism is definitly not common and I am struggling with support and friendship. Thanks again!

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  193. MRLJanuary 22, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I would love it if saints would pick some of my family members who are away from the Church right now. My sons, Michael, David, John, DILs Morgan and Sarah, husband Chuck and granddaughter Emi.

    Thank you so much
    Mindy

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  194. +JMJ+January 23, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    For JennyAnn -

    St. Thomas Aquinas, Doctor of the Church Jan 28 Pray for the conversion of lukewarm souls

    For her husband - St. Therese, the Little Flower, Doctor of the Church Oct 1 Pray for an outpouring of love in families

    6yo - St. Michael the Archangel Sept 29 Pray that those who are under the influence of Satan may be saved

    3 yo - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Jan 4 Pray for an increase in women religious

    God bless you!

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  195. +JMJ+January 23, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Mindy - St. Maria Goretti July 6 Pray for purity of heart

    Michael, - St. Anthony of Padua June 13 Pray for non-believers!

    David, - St Padre Pio Sept 23 Pray for the salvation of souls that are bound to satan

    John, - St. Stephen, 1st martyr Dec 26 Pray for the gift of profound holiness

    Morgan -St. Rose of Lima Aug 23 Pray that souls find true beauty in the Cross

    Sarah, - St. Albert, Doctor of the Church Nov 15 Pray that all would recognize God as the Creator of all science

    Chuck - St. Joseph Pray for the gift of blessed fatherhood on the world's families

    Emi. - St. Margaret Mary Alacoque of First Friday devotion in reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Oct 16 Pray for those crushed by trials.

    God bless you!

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  196. Kaitlyn KlemaJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    hi! can you please choose a saint for me? im 16 years old and a junior in high school. thank you very much!

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  197. +JMJ+January 25, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    For Kaitlyn -

    St. Valentine, priest, physician, martyr Feb 14

    Pray that people will model their love after God's love

    God bless!

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  198. AdrianneJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    I know I am late but I would like a saint! Thanks!

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  199. Mamas MusingsFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    I was late with this last year and never got a Saint. I hope you are still doing this :) I would like a Saint for each of my family members: Husband, myself, son (9) and daughter (8)
    Thanks!

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  200. +JMJ+February 14, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Hi Adrianne - St. DOminic, Aug 8 Intercede for the hardened hearts.

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