July 1, 2021
Saint Junipero Serra, from early childhood
you experienced prolonged pain and suffering,
yet with youthful innocence you did not lose
faith, hope or charity.
You placed your trust in God
and His holy purpose during your novitiate
and were able to overcome untold afflictions.
Obtain for me the grace to deepen my belief
in what God has revealed.
Strengthen my hope in Him
and intensify my love of Him in heart and deed.
This we pray through Christ our Lord.
Amen.