Kyrie eleison, Chryste eleison, Kyrie eleison.
God the Father of Heaven – have mercy on us. Son, Redeemer of the world, God-Spirit Holy God-Holy Trinity, One God - Holy Mary – pray for us. All Saints and Holy God - Holy Father Pio - Faithful follower of Christ –
Together with Christ, he is constantly nailed to the cross -Bearing a clear image of Jesus crucified –
Model of all soul-victims, apostles by carrying the daily cross - In every Holy Mass, united with the High Priest and Sacrifice-
Recognizing the Holy Sacrifice as the center of their life - the model of priests –
A true worshiper and faithful son of the Blessed Virgin Mary –
Enjoying the privilege of a mystical bond with the inhabitants of Heaven –
Faithful disciple of Saint Francis of Assisi –
Model of religious in a great love of poverty, chastity and obedience-
Heroic conqueror of bravery virtues we need so much, patience and humility –
Known for his joy and humor, with which you covered your sufferings –
Full of God's peace amid the most severe trials and adversities –
For his faithfulness to God, showered by him with so many extraordinary gifts –
Price expert, what must be paid with Christ for the salvation of souls - Seeking an opportunity to mortify despite the daily painful crucifixion –
Great penitent, experiencing pain within himself because of human sins –
Strict on yourself, but extremely patient and gentle with sinners –
Shepherd, looking for the lost sheep with the utmost dedication –
Charismatic expert on souls and their entire life path –
Martyr of the confessional –
Spiritual director, besieged by huge crowds of people –
Master and guide on the paths of true holiness –
A teacher of childlike trust in God –
A model of persistent and trusting prayer day and night –
Promoter of Prayer Groups in so many countries around the world –
A zealous lover and apostle of the Rosary –
Reliable protector of your spiritual children –
Compassionate to all human poverty –
A caring protector and healer of the sick –
An unequaled mediator in obtaining conversions and other miracles –
Fearless Slayer of Hell's Spirits –
Our intercessor in life and in death –
Lamb of God, who take away the sins of the world – Let us through, Lord.
Lamb of God, who take away the sins of the world – Listen…
Lamb of God, who take away the sins of the world – Have mercy…
Pray for us, Saint Padre Pio, May we become worthy of Christ's promises.
Let's pray.
God, You gave Padre Pio the grace of exceptional holiness, which he achieved through the faithful following of your Son in religious and priestly life, painfully bearing the image of the Crucified. Since you allowed us to use abundantly the gifts given to him during his earthly life, grant us and now experience his unfailing protection and intercession before your throne in heaven. Through Christ, Our Lord. Amen.
Second Litany to St.. Padre Pio
