Prayer

Noble Saint Vincent de Paul,

beloved servant of the poor,

may we follow your example and do good works

among those whom society has abandoned,

enslaved, or forgotten.

Inspire us to feed the hungry,

to love a child,

to provide comfort and medicine to the sick,

to clothe those whose garments are threadbare,

and to offer hope and our Lord’s words

to all who need respite.

Pray for us to our beloved God

that we may commit ourselves selflessly

to doing the same charitable acts

that you did all your life,

and intercede with him

that we may have the favour of his guidance

and strength and love upon this important and meaningful work. Amen.