Day 7
Blessed are you among women
"As she was the representative of sinful humanity who gave consent to the Redemption, so she is still the representative of those who are not yet in the state of friendship with God. It is necessary to be in the state of sanctifying grace to be saved, but it is not necessary to be in the state of grace to call on Mary... It is easy for the brothers of Christ to call on the Father, but it is not easy for strangers and enemies. This role Mary plays. She is not only the Mother of those who are in the state of grace, but the Queen of those who are not." (Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen)
Mary, your dear son Fulton Sheen was a great apostle of your role as the Mother of Sinners. Chosen companion in your Son's suffering, obtain for us the grace to pass safely through our earthly rebellion to the heavenly home.
Prayer for the Canonization of the Venerable Servant of God Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
Heavenly Father, source of all holiness, You raise up within the Church in every age men and women who serve with heroic love and dedication. You have blessed Your Church through the life and ministry of Your faithful servant, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. He has written and spoken well of Your Divine Son, Jesus Christ, and was a true instrument of the Holy Spirit in touching the hearts of countless people.
If it be according to Your Will, for the honor and glory of the Most Holy Trinity and for the salvation of souls, we ask You to move the Church to proclaim him a saint. We ask this prayer through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Our Father × 1
Hail Mary × 1
Glory Be × 1
