OSV | Pope Benedict XVI | Papal Visit 2008

Dear Blessed Trinity - Give Pope Benedict wisdom, health, prudence, and energy as he travels to the USA. May he sense the support that the people here have for the Church. I pray especially that groups already mobilizing to disrupt planned events would be thwarted in their efforts and would come under the control of the Holy Spirit. May the Pope and all traveling with him and all traveling to see him arrive and return safely. God bless.
-Diane Reed

Leesburg, Virginia

Dear Lord; May the pope with your guidance, make an impact on our materialistic society. Let a renewal of our faith as Catholics be recognizable by all.

-Marie

Hinckley, Ohio

Dear Lord,

I ask you to protct the Pope on His trip to Washington D.C.. I know there is a lot of terrorists, but give the Pope your protection. Protect the people there also. They were brought there by God. May His teaching inspire people to believe in and see God. May His presence show people the light of God. I ask you again to give Pope Benedict XVI your safety and love. I hope He shines the light of the Lord upon others. In Your name I pray. Amen
-Ashley M.

PL, TX

Dear Almighty God, Bless the Pope throughout his visit. Please use your divine power to protect the Pope through his visit to the United States. Please help him spread your word to non-believers and convert the world to follow you. Also help everyone to understand his teachings. In your name, Amen.
-KA, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

Your Holiness:
Thank you for coming to visit us, and welcome to the United States! May God bless you and give you a safe and successful visit to our country. I also wish you a happy birthday, and I look forward to seeing you at the Mass in Yankee Stadium!
-Carol Luparella

Elmwood Park, New Jersey

Please pray for my mother and sisters may they put their hearts at peace over the recent death of my father Bruno D'Amico. May his soul be in union with Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Amen
-Roberta D'Amico

RichmondHill, Ontario

May God Bless you and your soul and pray that you might consercrate Russia to Mary and instruct other bishops to do the same before it is too late. I will pray for you.
-Veronica Mowery

Grove City, Ohio

I pray for a safe journey and may the Lord Bless and Protect The Holy Father while here in the U.S. and always. May he also be successfull in helping heel the wounds of Christs Church.
-C. Moody

Kingman Arizona

Good and gracious God: Keep your arms around our magnificient Pope Benedict XVI during his visit to the US. Protect him. Holy Spirit, inspire him with the words necessary to turn the hearts of those, especially, who are cold and hard and unaccepting of our Lord Jesus. May all who are blessed to see him feel his love and joy.
-John and Fran Sankey

Kansas

May Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, have a blessed and safe journey and continue to do God's work throughout the entire world.

In the Name of The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit, Amen.
-Lowell V. Thomas, Jr.

San Antonio, Texas

Dear Pope Benedict,
I hope you like America and our people. We are thrilled to host you here.
-Sincerely, Jared

Columbus, Nebraska

Lord,
Please protect our Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI as he comes to the United States and meets President Bush. So that he may be and example to all Catholics and Non-Catholics of the world. Please give Pope Benedict a birthday full of your love so that he will have the strength to be our pope for years to come. I pray that we may be faithful to the teachings of the Church and Pope Benedict.
Amen.
-Blanca

Port Lavaca, Texas

I pray for a safe trip to the US. I pray that your visit will help renew my faith and provide me with a glimpse of hope in so many aspects of my life.
-Angie C

Warrenton, VA

The Divine Mercy Chaplet for Pope Benedict's safe and successful visit to the U.S.
-Fran Granger

Madison, AL

God, our Creator, as a U.S. citizen, I pray that you protect our world's Spiritual Leader, Pope Benedict XVI, as he visits our country of freedom and pride. Be with him as he strives for world peace and prayer.
-Rita Tolbert

Pensacola, Florida

Holy Father pray for my children that the Light of Christ is illuminated within them. Thank you for my granddaughter. Welcome to the US!
-Gloria

Pueblo, CO

Lord thank you for making it possible for my grandchildern and my son-n-law being baptisted,make thier frist communion, and being confirmed that was a very especial blessing. Also thank you for helping my sister recover from a heart attack. Please help my family get closer to You.
-Francisco Javier Guzman

Donna,Texas

Our family is praying for the pope.
-Angela H.

Kendallville, IN

God please help the pope Benedict to come to U.S safetly and grant him good health. Please help us to accept his message of hope and love.
-Anahi

P.S Texas

i wish, dear holy father, that you were coming to our sad state of california. please don't abandon us in your prayers and hopes.
-carol anderson

san luis obispo, ca

Please pray for a safe and blessed visit for our Father and that the US of America is blessed and protected. That the "right" person is elected to lead this country. Please pray for my husband, Pata nd my brother-in-law, Carl...for financial and employment security. That they are well received and respected as well at their jobs and that we can more than meet our bills. For Carl to be able to live in Florida with my sister too. That my daughter, Kara and my nephew, Christopher stop smoking but not due to illness. Foe blessing upon Kara and Rob and Brian, Samantha and Alexandra and Brian and Samantha's future children. For Lauren and Matt. For Larry and Barb. Please pray that the Koepsell and Hyttel families are filled w/The Holy Spirit, that we are kept strong emotionally, mentally, physically, socially, spiritually adn financially in God's word...and that we are protected from all evil, harm, injustice and anxiety. With sincere gratitude, Lauren.
-lauren

Lehigh Acres, Florida

dear Pope Benidict,
will you pray for all the people in the whole world because they do not know that jesus is the son of god. and i wish you a happy birthday.
-tristan

port lavaca,texas

Heavenly Father; Bless Pope Benedict with good health and protect him from all dangers during his trip to the USA. Bless the works of his hands always!
-Peggy

Circle Pines, MN

Father God, we praise and thank you for giving us Pope Benedict XVI. We ask You, Father, to bless the Pope. Make him steadfast in all his undertakings for the whole catholic church. We beg You to always protect him, make his body healthy, his spirit always atuned to Your calling. Send forth Thy Holy Angels in his travel to the US to protect him. In Jesus' most Holy Name. Amen
-Celia M. Sevilla

Quezon City, Philippines

Dear Blessed Trinity,
Protect and guide PAPA Benedict XVI now and while He is here in USA and at all times. Give Him enlightment to say what needs to be said while He is here. May your words come through Him to enlighten us. May we experience your peace and grace through Him Amen
-Roy & Dorothy Tanner

Charlotte, MI.

You are an inspiration to us all. Thank you.
-M M R

Mercer, WI

Dear Lord,
I ask you to protect the Pope on his trip to Washington D.C.. I know there is a lot ot terrorists, but give the Pope your protectionand care. Protect the people there also. They were brought there by God. May his teaching inspire other people to believe in and see God. May his presence show people the light of God. I ask you again to give Pope Benedict XVI you safety and love. I hope he shines the light of the Lord upon others. In your name I pray, Amen.
-Ashley

Port Lavaca ,TX

The Divine Mercy Chaplet for Pope Benedict's safe and successful visit to the U.S.
-Fran Granger

Madison, AL

That the Almighty God, will continue to bless our beloved Pope Benedict XVI with good health and wisdom. I pray for him to be protected by God and that the Holy Spirit will continue to lead and guide him as Vicar of Christ on earth.
-Christine Mfula

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

I pray for a safe journey and may the Lord Bless and Protect The Holy Father while here in the U.S. and always. May he also be successfull in helping heel the wounds of Christs Church.
-C. Moody

Kingman Arizona

WE PRAY FOR THE PEACE OF THE WORLD AND THAT THE POPE CAN HELP REUNITING ALL THE COUNTRIES IN PEACE.
-ISMAEL RODRIGUEZ

JACKSONVILLE,FL

Papa Benedetto,
My prayer is that you will bring the message of Our Lord and Our Lady to this country. That we will be blessed by your visit. Thank you for praying for us.
-Cindy Campos

Carrollton, TX

Dear Heavenly Father,
May our most holy Pontiff have your blessing and grace as he travels to these United States of America. With the glory of Jesus, the Holy Spirit and our Mother, Mary, all the angels and Saints, protect and guide him in his journey. We pray for all those listening, that they hear and understand what Our Holy Father is teaching us. Amen.
-Donna H.

E. Stroudsburg, PA

Please let the Tigers win the World Series.
-Antony of Egypt

Egypt,Egypt

May the Holy Spirit fill you with his grace. May your journey be safe and rewarding. May all people come to know the Lord.
-Donna Tomassetti

Oviedo, Florida

Please pray that all children who are part of the Catholic faith (and who are not) come to understand the role that God desires for them. May they continue on their path to becoming a full Catholic and may their families embrace their desire to fully participate in Mass and help them to continue their faith.
-Becki LaZella

Collinsville, IL

Pope, please give me a prayer and blessing for my hardship that i am going through. I am going to be living on the street, a lot of my family members have died and everything is going wrong in my life. I can't get a job and I'm losing my inhertiance that i'm entitled to. My life is hitting rock bottom. I'm a good person that is straight edge and I believe in god. I just need a prayer and blessing, I need all the help I can get, I pray every night
-Paul N

Spring Hill, FLORIDA, USA

The Divine Mercy Chaplet for Pope Benedict's safe and successful visit to the U.S.
-Fran Granger

Madison, AL

Praying for safe travels and a most blessed visit.
-June

Dubuque, IA

I am praying for the success of the Holy Father's trip to the U.S. May the Lord bless and keep him.
Thank you, Pope Benedict for your spiritual fatherhood...for teaching me to live Christian hope! "The one who has hope lives differently!" (Spe Salvi)
-Rebecca Pearson

Plainwell, Michigan

May the Lord protect you and bless you as you travel in our country and throughout the world. May He continue to fill your heart and mind with the beauty of His truth so that each one you sees or hears you may know that God truly is truth and love, and that Jesus wants us to live the peace that can only be found in God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We love you, Holy Father!
-Jan Rack

Wilmington, NC

Heavenly Father, I ask that you bless the Pope on his trip to the States, in good faith in good health, and a safe flight. I pray that his messages be heard throughout the world, especially his message about peace in IRAQ, and for the Iraq Christians to stop being persecuted. I wish that one of his stops included a stop in MI where the largest number of Iraq Catholics are.
-Antonia Kassab

I hope you have a safe trip to America.I hope you get here safe from Rome.
-Tori

Columbus, NE

Heavenly Father, please protect Pope Benedict while on his visit to the US. Lead and guide him back safely to Rome. Thank you for bringing him to the United States.
-Marinez

El Paso, TX

I pray that the Holy Father has a safe trip to our country and that he also has the opportunity to appreciate and enjoy all of God's Creation that he passes through on his journey here. May his visit be fruitful to both the people he his coming to see and also to himself. We, all of us, are people first and personal enrichment is important to all people.
God Bless,
Martha,
Pax et Bonum
Bernardo Chiara SFO
-Martha

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Please add our prayers for the safe visit of Pope Benedict in April!
-Cathy D.

Fort Wayne, IN

It is my greatest desire that all souls especially our leaders and teachers of Christ Our Lord Jesus' Church remain fully submissive to the Perfect Holy Will of Our Eternal Father in Heaven never ceasing to please Him, this most assuredly includes our Supreme Pontiff H.H. Pope Benedict XVI. Amen +++

God Bless Us All.

-Raymond Barker

Memphis, TN

Heavenly Father,
We pray for the Holy Father's visit to the USA. May his visit be fruitful for our country and that of the whole world.
We also pray for his safety while he is here in the USA and for a safe return trip to Rome.
We ask this in the name of Jesus.
-Sandra and John Larmeu

Round Rock, Texas

Welcome to our Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI, I pray that all you come incontact with be it in person, thru television or on the radio see Jesus in you and increase in faith and love for God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. May your journey be safe and successful.
-Jan

Florida

Dear Father God,

Thank you for choosing us to be among the pilgrims traveling to hear the Holy Father speak to us in person. Keep our Shepherd safe, especially during his visit to the United States, and make us worthy to receive his instruction. We pray in Jesus' Name. Amen.

-Theresa Schweigert

Guilderland, New York

I will pray every day for Pope Benedict. May his visit be a blessing for America.
-Katherine

San Diego, CA

Dear Lord, may the Holy Father's visit to our country renew our Faith as Catholics; may wounds be healed, may doubt be vanquished; may minds and hearts be opened. Please protect His Holiness from all harm, and may his words and actions be guided by the Holy Spirit, so that we may open ourselves to the same. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
-Justin

Covington, GA

Dear heavenly Father, in your wisdom we ask Your protection for Your reprepesentave her on earth. We ask that his message is received in the hearts of all mankind regardless of their religion. And lastlt we ask for peace for all mankind in all reaches of the earth. In this we pray in Jesus name. God Bless Us.
-Paul Palowitch

Orlando, Florida

May his visit bring comfort, love and peace to those who are in need of it. May he be safe.
-NIV

Brooklyn,NY

The middle school classes at Trinity Catholic School in Tallahassee, Florida are dedicating their daily prayers, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and visits to the Blessed Sacrament for Pope Benedict's saftey, health, and guidance from the Holy Spirit during his trip America. We also pray that the minds and hearts of all people will be open to his message.
-Cheryl McCarron

Tallahassee, Florida

Pope Benedict,
I pray for a safe trip for you. I am so pleased that you are coming to the States. May your trip be joyous and wonderful for you!
You are in my prayers!
-Nancy

Freeport, IL

My prayers are with our beloved Holy Father.May our Lord protect and bless him on his journey to the USA,and may he have blessed birthday.
-mk

lindenhurst,ny

Dear Pope Benedict XVI, I pray that you will have a wonderful time in the United States and that God will be with you every moment through the United States right back until you go back to Rome. May God bless you always. Amen.
-JI, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

Dear God, I love you and I love the Holy Father. Please let him be safe and teach all people to love you.
-Grace, age 5

Northridge, CA

Our Lady Help of Christians, pray protect ou Holy Father.
-Ruth Leal

Exeter, Ca. 93221

We ask a special intercessory prayer for you, our beloved Papa, Pope Benedict XVI, from Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. As members of the Dominican Laity in Nashville, TN, we beg Blessed Pier Giorgio to intercede to Our Dear Lord for your safety to and from Rome and while you are here in the U.S. May the truths of our beautiful Catholic Church be preached and received by all Catholics, especially fallen-away Catholics! May our bishops hear and follow the Holy Father's every word in unity, unity, unity!! Amen.
-Bill and Marilyn C

Goodlettsville,TN

Holy Father, May our Lord bless your visit and open the ears of all to receive your message of Peace. In Jesus name, Amen
-Angela Flanagan Doyle

Port St. Lucie, FL

Pope Benedict XVI, our Holy Father, Have a safe trip from Rome to the United States and have a nice time visiting. We also wish you a happy birthday.
-JR, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

Heavenly Father, May you grant Pope Benedict, wisdom, courage, and safety to carry out Your Mission for all catholics around the world as He sets an example for us all in morality, faith and justice. May we pray for each other for peace and to find the means necessary to continue Catholic Education.. It is the foundation of our youth to guide them in daily prayer and Mass and an excellent academic future. To encourage vocations throughout the church. We ask this in the name of Your Son Jesus, May God Continue to Bless and Keep Pope Benedict.... Amen.
-Bonnie

Zanesville, Ohio

FOR MY HUSBAND, ME, HEALTH PROBLEMS. SON'S TWO BOYS, STAY WITH CHRIST. FOLLOW CATHOLIC CHURCH ALWAYS. SERVE THE LORD. FOR OUR POPE, WE LOVE YA.
FOR ALL FALLEN AWAY CATHOLIC FAMILY MEMBERS, THAT THEY RETURN TO THE ONE TRUE CHURCH. GOD BLESS. JMJT SAVE SOULS.
-NORMA ANN RODRIGUEZ-PUENTE

ROBSTOWN, TX

God Bless you and keep you safe as you travel to the US. May your visit be a joyful journey!
-Mary Kay Scanlon

Lenexa, KS

Dear Lord, I ask you to bless our Pope Benedict XVI on his birth's day and his apostlic at USA. I also ask you to send the HOly Spirit upon Him and each one of us so we always open our heart, our mind, and our ear to follow your will.
-Maria

Port Lavaca, TX

Lord, protect our pope when he comes to the US. Bless our people and give them the grace to be receptive to his presence and teachings. May your angels accompany our pope at all times.
We ask this in Jesus name.
Amen

-Anita

Austin, TX

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for bringing your blessings and message of love peace and faith to a country so devastated in 9 -11.
The rebuilding has gone on and life has too. But the soldiers and everyone still being sent out are a daily reminder to us parents, neighbors and all, that 9-11 isn't over. You have brought PEACE by your very presence that is so badly needed by us parents of anyone in the military.
-Laura Thorne

Amarillo, Texas

Father God, We ask that you pour out Your Spirit upon Pope Benedict in a special way during his visit to the U.S. and protect him from any harm in body, soul and spirit. Give him wisdom to speak Your words to our country and open hearts to hear Your message through Your holy servant. We'll offer this Sunday's mass for our beloved Pope.
-Dan and Rejeanne Buckley

Shelby Township, Mi.

Heavenly Father, bless Pope Benedict as he travels to the U.S. with health, vigor, wisdom and discernment. Help those who learn about his visit to be open to his message. May love, unity and peace prevail. Thank you, Lord.
-CS

Lakewood, OH

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

The Divine Mercy Chaplet for Pope Benedict's safe and successful visit to the U.S.
-Fran Granger

Madison, AL

Dear Lord, strengthen our Holy Father Benedict XVI; grant him a safe journey and a successful visit to the United States. Through his visit may our nation experience the conversion it so desparately needs. Through Jesus Crist, our Lord and Savior, Amen.
-rm from illinois

darien, il

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

Dear Christ,
I pray for the Pope as he enters the U.S. I ask that you guide his journey and take care of his health. Please help the American Church as we struggle to make moral choices in everyday life. Send your blessing upon the United States, so that we may make good decisions in life. Guide our minds, and hearts so that we may do the right thing all the time.
-Hannah

Port Lavaca, Texas

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

May the Angel of Peace of Fatima, and the Holy Family guide and protect you on your journey to the United States. God Bless You in your peaceful Mission.
-Teresita Galvan

Wheeling, Illinois

For our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, that our Good God will surround him with peace and courage so that he can speak God's Word in the UN, in Washington and in NY. That the Holy Spirit will pour out His grace upon our pope, upon the American people, and upon the whole world- to set our hearts on fire with love for God and to bring about a metanoia conversion for all of us.
-Jeanne Renison

Higganum, CT

It is my greatest desire that all souls especially our leaders and teachers of Christ Our Lord Jesus' Church remain fully submissive to the Perfect Holy Will of Our Eternal Father in Heaven never ceasing to please Him, this most assuredly includes our Supreme Pontiff H.H. Benedict XVI. Amen +++

God Bless Us All.

-In Christ Our Lord Jesus, Brother Raymond.

Memphis, TN

Heavenly Father, May you have a blessed and safe trip through our country. I love and adore you and I will continue to pray for safe travels and I hope you have a pleasant visit here. Take care and our hearts are very sincere and we are very thankful that God has blessed us with our health and such a great family. WE LOVE YOU! Please pray for our little catholic churches in our area. We are very small but we are very much together. We don't want to lose our little country churches.
-Diane

Irvona, PA

dear christ,
I just want to know if the friend i had can you better because she has made me and all of the other friends angry and we want he to be nice,kind,loving, and friendly for now on. Your the only one that will happen and what ever happens we still love you and bless all the souls in hell so they may find peace in you.

AMEN
-TRISTAN

PORT LAVACA, TEXAS

May Pope Benedict be given the strength and wisdom to reach out to all Americans and the world that we will return to our faith and learn to love one another and to stop fighting. May God Bless you and keep you safe.
-Linda

George, South Africa

Our Lady Help of Christians, pray protect ou Holy Father.
-Ruth Leal

Exeter, Ca. 93221

May your trip to the United States prayerfully be all that you and Christ hope it to be. Please place more emphasis on 'traditionalism" within and along with our Catholic faith.
-MaryAnn

BrookPark, Ohio

Welcome to the U.S. Please pray for our country and our people. We love you and ask God's protection and good health for you. Thank you, Holy Father, for your service to the Church and God's people.
-Debbie Ferguson

Lake Charles, LA 70605

Dear God, We ask you to keep our Pope Benedict XVI from harm. Give him a long healthy life, give him the strength to perform his tasks and spread the good word of God to all mankind. Amen
-Julien (1st grader)

Jacksonville, FL

"Christ Jesus, King and Lord of the Church, In your presence I offer up this prayer for your Vicar on earth, the Pope. In him you have chosen to show us the safe and sure path that we must follow in the midst of confusion, uneasiness and unrest. I firmly believe that through him you govern, teach and sanctify us; with him as our shepherd, we form the Church: One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic.
Grant me the grace to love, live and spread faithfully our Holy Father’s teachings. Watch over his life, enlighten his mind, strengthen his spirit, defend him from calumny and evil. Calm the erosive winds of infidelity and disobedience. Hear our prayer and keep your Church united around him, firm in her belief and action that she may truly be the instrument of your redemption. AMEN "
-Charlie Martin

Atlanta, GA

Our Father who art in heaven, I ask for you to be the light and the guide that our Pope Benedict XVI needs so that his trip to the United States turns out to be a great success. May the Holy Spirit be his guide and protect him every where he goes. Amen.
-Yadira Lua

Orosi, California

I pray for the constant safety of Pope Benedict as he travels to America. May God bless and protect him, give him courage, good health and a long life. I pray also for the American people, that we may welcome the Holy Father and treat him with the respect and the love he deserves, and that we may hear the message he delivers and respond to it. Thank you, God, for sending us our Holy Father. Watch over him and be with him always.
-Emily

Munster, IN

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

Oh God, Thank you for Pope Benedict XVI. Please keep him safe at all times. I pray that he can continue to bring peace on Earth. Amen
-Gage (1st Grader)

Jacksonville, FL

Welcome to the United States Your Holy Father.
We love and adore you and hope that you continue to pray for us as we pray for you in a safe journey to the States and hope you enjoy our country. For we are thankful that God as bless us what we have and whatever he has plans for us and You as our Holy Father to help and guide us.
Thank you and God Bless you
Andrea
-Andrea Santoy

North Richland Hills, TX

Heavenly Father,
Please protect the Holy Father (Pope Benedict XVI) as he travels to spread your word. May he find acceptance from all Christians in the world especially those who don't fully understand our Catholic traditions and pratices. May he shepherd Your Church into the unity and peace we all pray for.
This we pray in Jesus name.
Amen
-Virginia Caulkins

Rochester, NY

Thank you for coming not only to our country but also to my state! Last time I was blessed to attend a Papal Mass, I made the long trek to World Youth Day Germany. What a blessing it is to have you here! I pray your visit will spur on many religious vocations and fill our hearts with hope...safe travels, Holy Father.
-Colleen

Saranac Lake, NY

Dear God, Please let the Pope have a safe trip to the U.S.A. from Washington DC to New York. Thank you God for listening to my message.
-KR, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

My Lord In Jesus's name I have alot to be Thankful for through 1 yr of fast & Pray you most loving Father you have answered my Prayers to be free of Cancer & my Husband of 30 YRS. Come back to Church,An 1 wk. before Easter, My husband James Returned to Our HOLY Church. I've been Praying for my 22YR. Son Timothy Charles who says How can He believe in somebody he can't Seeee, I said can you see the space shuttle & ASTRONAUNTS from earth? I fear for him because he's out in the world Now,He even made his Holy communion but he would not make his conformation, I need pray for him & I do pray 1st. for the World, then for my Country&Leaders,my City, and then for my Family members But I ask for our Countrymen here in United State to not put down the Family Values. Also to Pray for Our Catholic Church and all the Catholic Priests, & Most of all for you pope BENEDICTXVI May the Blessed Virgin Mary,& Our Lord JESUS CHRIST Be with you on your journey Here in America, ALSO HAPPPPPY 81st. BIRTHDAYYYYYYY GOD BLESS YOU, I WILL Continue to PRAY FOR PEACE & THAT THE LORD THROUGH HIS GRACE & MERCIES CONTINUE TO BLESS AMERICA. All my LOVE,All my LIFE, TO MY LORD Jesus CHRIST. Viola M. Morrow
-Viola Marie Morrow

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Lord, protect Pope Benidect XVI from all sorts of disasters, and keep him safe in Washington D.C. We pray for the American Church that we may be faithful to God's law and the Church's teaching. I pray through the help of our blessed Mother, Our Lady of the Gulf!!!!!!!May the holy spirit be with you always!!!!!!!!!!!!!

-Jasmine

OLG, Port Lavaca, Texas

dear lord help the pope see that we are all good as to is the muslum so please let the pope see in the muslum that they my love you and do what you want them to do

amen
-tristan

port Lavaca, Texas

Dear Lord please pray that that Pope Benedict XVI will have a marvelous visit in the united states and pray he has a safe trip home and hope he will come back to visit soon

-lauren

port lavca texas

Oh God our Heavenly Father please watch over our dear Pope Benedict XVI while he is here in our United States. Holy Spirit please inspire our Holy Father words that he will tell his people and if possible inspire them to come back to the church
-Elizabeth,Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish,

Jefferson,LA

Your Holiness: Grace and peace. I want to tell you that you are every day in my prayers. This coming week that you will be here in New York and Washington, I will have the great experience of doing some TV reports, covering your important visit for the secular media: Univision and Telemundo networks. I want to ask you your prayers. For me it is a privilege to report such important event. I would like if it possible to send me a support letter in my work as a priest and catholic comunicator. In the Most Holy Trinity: Fr. Roberto Mena, S.T.
Our Lady of Victory Parish, CA.

-Father Roberto, ST

Compton, California

Grant our Holy Farther continued health to oversee his flock. May God grant him the tolerance and wisdom to unite us and overcome evil. Let his message provide hope for all peoples of the earth and lead to peace and understanding. May his words and deeds encourage those with the means to support and aid those who are in need. Amen
-Nuri Ozkan

Paradise Valley, AZ

Dear Heavenly Father, We pray that our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI will have a safe journey from the moment he leaves Rome, throughout his visit to our country, and his return to Rome. May he be open to Your guidance and may our country be open to receive the direction, prayers and blessings of our Holy Father. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
-SRR

Kempner, TX

I pray for the protection, both spiritual and physical, of our Holy Father on his trip to the United States next week. May the Holy Spirit work through this visit to bring about the conversion of non-believers, unification of all of Christianity, and a renewed commitment of all Catholics. Through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
jmj
-Marisa

Irvine, CA

Dear Heavenly Father, Please keep our dear Holy Father, Pope Benedict xvi safe on his journey to America. Help him to be made visible fairly and accurately to all of our countrymen, and to the world. Soften the hearts of his listeners to be open to the Holy Spirit. May our Mother, Mary share abundant graces with our leaders in the Church, and in the world, to bring about a new understanding of, and desire for a culture of Life. And, thank you for everything! In Jesus' name I pray. Alice Brown, Rutland, Vt.
-Alice Brown

Rutland, VT

Dear Lord, Please watch and protect our Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI during his trip to the USA and at all times. May his words enlighten the minds of all to a deeper faith and bring those fallen to a deep conversion. May God Bless Pope Benedict.
-ANTONIA

POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK

i am 44 on disability, and my husband who is 51 was just recently diagnosed with Parkinson´s Disease. We have a 13 year old daughter. Please pray that my husband gets a small settlement - and i regards to work. he most likely will need to retire with disability soon. We wont get much money, but please pray for God´s will to be done in regards to all of this. thank you.

izzy
-izzy

portugal

May the Lord continue to bless Pope Benedict XVI and be guided spiritually to best help our families
-Jonathan (first grader)

Jacksonville, FL

Heavenly Father: Let the Pope's visit to the US bring peace, love and unity to all, to the fallen catholics, that they return to You and keep all the children safe from harm and the evil one.
-Rochelle

Belcourt, ND

Our prayers are for the Pope to have a healthy, safe and wonderful trip to the USA. I am so grateful that he is here to strengthen us all.
To bring all catholics back to the Church and new ones in.
Thank you GOD for our pope and our church.
GOD Bless the POPE!
Love, Denise Martelli and family
-denise martelli and familiy

Grapevine, Texas

Dear Lord,
Please keep Benedict safe in his journey. Bless those who see and hear him that they see and hear Your Word. Help them to know Your presence. Let the holiness of the Blesses Virgin Mary come down upon us all and help us to do your will as Benedict does.
Amen
-T

Colorado

Dear Holy Father,
May the Lord work powerfully through you as you visit in our country. May the Holy Spirit open the minds and hearts of all those who hear you. With prayer for you,
-M. B. Osiecki

West Milford, NJ

Holy Father, you were chosen by God to lead this world in faith. May your presence here in the U.S. bring more peace, faith and hope. May God keep you safe and healthy as you visit the U.S. and your travels back home.
-Peace on earth, Stephanie

Huntington Beach, CA

I pray for Pope benedict so that he may be safe
Please grant him good health on his birthday. Help us lord,that we may accept his teaching and live holy.
P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!
-LUIS R

P.L. TEXAS

Dearest Jesus:

Please help my daughter find true love, someone that is devoted to her and she to him. Let them have a happy family. She is such a good daughter. Please bless her with someone that loves You and that will be a good husband and father. I ask this favor, in your name, Dearest Jesus.
-Ellen

Penryn, CA

My prayer is for all of the people who will speak to Pope Benedict on his US trip. That they will be thoughful conversations & concern for our country. I also pray for his safety while he is here in the US and at home in Rome.
-Monica Cassano

Cary, NC

Our Father, Thank you for all you've done for us. Now, all I'm asking is for you to make sure that Pope Benedict has a safe trip here and back. Help anyone who attempts to hurt him to make the right decision. Make sure he has lots of enjoyment here and back home. If you could protect him I'll have a big smile on my face. I just ask for that. Anyway, thank you for all you've done to protect all of us. Amen.
-DA, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

For the courage, safety & continued good health for our Holy Father and his priests on his journeys this year, particularly this summer at the World Youth Day in Australia. For the increase of men answering their call to vocations to the priesthood and diaconate.
-Mrs.M.Chyba

Chicago, IL

Memphis, TN

Dear lord pray that pope benedict XVI can spread the word of god even get through to the ones that don't believe jesus was a real messiah The world is losing it's faith and we wouldn't exsit if jesus hadn't sacrafised himself for us
-AMEN

-Lauren

port lavaca texas

God bless and keep you on your journey in the USA and always to deliver God's word and plan for us. Thank you for your tireless example to all who have a belief. Thank you for sharing God's love.
-Carol

Sublimity, Oregon, USA

May your visit, birthday and anniversary be blessed and productive. May all of those who do not understand you or your message be led to the knowledge that who you speak for is the final word. God Bless you, your office, your mission and this country that we may grow closer to you and our Church.
-Larry V Gray

Amarillo, Texas

Heavenly Father,
Protect and guide Pope Benedict in his travels and open the minds and hearts of the people to the message he brings.
Amen
-Debbie

Shelbyville, Ky

Oh Heavenly Father, Guide Pope Benedict to America along with your grace, love and blessings upon us all, in Jesus Name we pray, Amen.
-JLS

Huntington, In.

please pray for thaddeus stankiewicz III that he finds peace and knows love.
-jean

battlecreek,mi

Dear Lord,
We are thankful for our chief shepherd crossing the ocean and made it safely here in USA. His presence brings hope and healing of Christ to many wounded sheep. The woundedness of materialism, individualism, inhumanism, sexually abusive ... Grant to us Lord with a deeper listening so our heartbeats may match with the heart beats of Christ, our True Shepherd, so there will be true forgiveness and healing. Only then, there is true peace, love, and unity. There is no other remedy for the woundedness, Christ is our only true hope and remedy. He is the Truth, the Way, and the Light.
-Threshold, OP

Our Lady of the Gulf, Port Lavaca, TX

Dear God, watch over Pope Benedict and give him a safe and fruitful visit to the US. Send your Holy Spirit to increase the faith of your Church and inspire us to work for justice and to protect the dignity of all people. I ask also that our family's pilgrimage to NY be a source of blessing in bringing us all closer to you and helping us to do your will.
-Carolyn Pierce

Heuvelton,NY

It is Our greatest desire that all souls especially our leaders and teachers of Christ Our Lord Jesus' Church remain fully submissive to the Perfect Holy Will of Our Eternal Father in Heaven never ceasing to please Him, this most assuredly includes our Supreme Pontiff H.H. Pope Benedict XVI. Amen +++

In Christ Jesus, Our Lord and Redeemer,
Brother Raymond, and Sister Michelle.

God Bless Us All.

-Raymond and Michelle Barker

Memphis, TN and Henryetta, OK

Thank you dear Holy Father, for making this trip and enduring all the trials and inconveniences of traveling. We pray for your safety and a fulfilling and joyful trip for you. Please remember all of us who are so far from our families, serving the Church in various parts of the world. Thank you for our vocations and please be Christ's loving, thoughtful and merciful heart, mind and hands to our families and to the the world. Pray that we can serve our Lord through serving others with more strength, joy and love. Thank you for your efforts to bring peace to the world. Thank you for your prayers.
-Agnes Marie Vargo

Pago Pago, American Samoa

May the Lord protect and guide Pope Benedict on his trip to the United States, may his visit during this Easter season bring unity to the Catholic church and help us grow in our faith. Lord, please open the eyes and ears of all of your people, soften our hearts so the teachings of Jesus and the words of Pope Benedict grow fruitfuly in our lives. Renew your spirit in all of us, draw us to you, and let us hear your call, so we can become true disciples of Jesus.
Amen.
-Adriana U

San Diego, CA

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

I pray that the Holy Father will have a safe trip through our country and that the faithful will welcome him and be encouraged by his visit. May lost hearts experience a conversion as a result of his trip, especially among our youth.

-Donna

Orange, TX

Eternal Father, Open our hearts and our minds and let us hear the message of Your Vicar on earth. I pray the Holy Spirit guide and protect our Shepherd, Benedict XVI. May his words encourage and enlighten the faithful to become more fully "Co-Workers for the Truth". Amen
-Tim Andries

Breaux Bridge, Louisiana

Chicago, IL

Dear Holy Father,
When you speak we hear the voice of the Good Shepherd. You are a beacon of light to the United States, and to the world. God bless and protect you, and keep you strong. You are remembered in my Mass and Rosary daily. I promise three hours of Eucharistic Adoration in honor of the Most Holy Trinity for you and the success of your visit.
-Karen D

Morristown, NJ

Holy Father, The Religious of the Blessed Sacrament and of Our Lady (Sacramentine Nuns) will be praying for you during the days of your journey here to America. May God continue to grant you the graces and blessings that you desire.

Sacramentine Nuns
-Sacramentine Nuns

Scarsdale, New York

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

Dear Pope Benedict XVI,
We will be praying with you for Peace in the world. May the Lord bless you with good health and strength to fulfill all your duties.
Rejoice.
-Charlin and Family (1st grader)

Jacksonville, FL

que Dios le de la sabiduria para guiar el camino de llos jovenes catolicos , qhe Dios lo guarde bien y en todo lugar y momento, y que nuestra Madre lo cuide y ruege por el.
Amen!
-mariana

california

Dear christ,
I pray for the pope that he may be safe when he comes to the U.S.
Please christ whatch over him so he can be safe.

AMEM
-megan

Port Lavaca,TX

We pray for your safe journey and for the Holy Spirit to guide you and help us and our country. Thank You for coming!
We love you!
Please pray for us.
-Denise Martelli, Erin Groover and Elise Martelli and our families.

Grapevine, Texas

Holy Father, thank you for your care and concern for the people in our world and especially for those in the United States during your visit with us. May the grace and strength of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, be with you as you travel throughout this country, and the world. Many birthday blessings are wished for you as well.
In Christ's love with prayers,
Mrs. Roxanne Dennis
Catholic Campus Minister
Shippensburg University
-Roxanne Dennis

Shippensburg, PA

May Pope Benedict stay safe in his travels and not get hurt. We wish we could have seen him. That Pope Benedict could come again and maybe even to Oregon. That he had a good birthday. May God bless you. Thank you for letting Pope Benedict come to the United States.
-St. James' 4th grade

McMinnville, Oregon

I hope that the pope makes it safely to the U.S. and back to Rome safe and sound. I also pray for the church in America that we may respect life
-neg @ our lady of the gulf

port lavaca, Texas 77979

God bless you abundantly, Pope Benedict. We love you.
-Susan Limor

Ocala, Fl

Dear Blessed Father,
As a recent convert, it is a blessing to be in your presence. Please pray for my 80yr old mother in law as she continues to recover from surgery. Grant me the wisdom to be a wife and mother of faith, lead the holy spirit in my life to touch those around me. May my faith always be my guide. Pray for my family and friends to continue to be blessed by his heavenly Father's Divine Mercy and Grace.
-Meegan

Brooklyn, NY

May you have a blessed, peaceful and fruitful journey. The Holy Spirit and Guardian Angels be with you always.

-Ivelia Matos

Miami, FL

We pray that the Pope has a safe, welcoming, trip and all of the Lord's duties are fulfilled.
-Brian & Angela DeVlugt

Bloomfield, NJ

Please pray that all those who have been afflicted by the sexual abuse within the church and without find peace and learn to love again. Also, pray for those afflicted with cancer that their health is restored, and if that cannot be, that they find peace with God and with themselves. Of course, pray for all who are afflicted with disease and pain or anguish and for all who have chosen or may choose to abort their unborn child. Pray for an end to racial conflicts.
Peace be with you.
We love you....
The LaZella Family
-Becki LaZella

Collinsville, IL

I'm am so grateful to for you to come to United States. I pray for your safety and your golden gift to share with all of us. Please pray for all the wars, abuses, evil, porns to STOP!! We need to bring more love to the world, forgiveness, strengthen our faith, bring people back to church, to be devoted to God. I love you. Thank you for praying for all whole world! We need PEACE. May God bless you. Enjoy the visit in New York and Washington. We need your prayers and hope that you in the house they will listen to you for the right president to run this country. Thank you. I wish we all can meet you.
-Betsy

Middleton, WI

for my niece come back to be a good catholic , she had not been to church for many year
for my job less stressful each day may God help me I can not take any more but with God help.
Please! God protect our Pope.
-hallen

To all brothers and sister my MOm , and the childrens in my family healthy , husband, be a good catholic , my son be a good person may God choosen him to become a Priest.
-Hollie

We pray that you will have a safe trip that inspires, enlightens and motivates all Catholics to growth in Faith, Hope, and Love. May your visit unite your Church body here in the United States and produce interest and committment to Religious vocations. We ask for the Holy Spirit to shine through you and us as witnesses to the Faith. In Christ Jesus we pray
-Patty Samsel

Milan, Michigan

Dear Lord,
Help the Pope come to America with all of your glory. Lord be with him when he gets here so he will de saf. Also help the church to reform when he is here. Help us to come together to spread God's word. Let everyone be better Christians in the light of your Christ. Amen.

-cjm @ our lady of the gulg

port lavaca, texas 77979

Dear Lord, I thank you for our Holy Father, Pope Benedict the XVI especially for shepherding your people by lovingly proclaiming the truth. Through the intercession and protection of our Blessed Mother, may he have a safe and fruitful journey. I also pray that hearts will be opened and unhardended to hear you speak, Dear Jesus, through your vicar here on earth. and that many people will experience a conversion of heart.
-Sharon Schepise

Philadelphia, PA

I pray for his safety in the U.S. I pray for your protection on our holyfather. I pray for American that more people will come to churches and serve the church. Help us to pray the scriptures and sing to praise God.
-mchen

Port Lavaca, TX

I want to pray God to bless the pope with His Holly Spirit and share with us, little bit, from his hiden agenda.
In that way, we will know more about the Jesus second coming.
Thank you all.
God bless USA !!!
-Antonio

Bucharest, Romania.

Heavenly Father, please protect and guide our earthly Holy Father during hsi visit to the United States. May it be a success and a true Journey of Hope---
-Marai Cammisa

Kingman, Arizona

Dear God, please watch over our Pope
for we are happy to have him visit the U.S.
and God Bless the Pope for all he does for the
people.

Amen.
From the CCD 3rd and 4th grade class.
St. Joshep's Cruch - Roanoke IL.
-michele boland

Roanoke IL.

For a renewal of the faith in the US and a new awareness of the importance of the Mass.
-Deacon Louis Panico

South Ozone Park, NY (NYC)

Holy Father,
I pray that you watch over Pope Benedict on his visit to America. I hope that people will make right decisions on everything. I also pray that one day everyone will come to their faith.
-K.

Port Lavaca, TX

Heavenly Father , we pray for our Holy Father, that his visit will touch the hearts of the non-believers and those who left the church .May His visit be a safe one and a blessing to all. Amen.
-M. Guidry

Church Point,Louisiana

Dear Lord blessed my family, with health and pure love for each other, give us peace in our minds and hearts.
-margarita

frederick, Maryland

I pray for the safety of our Holy Father. May he enrich our relationship with God through his message "Christ our Hope." I pray it may be a successful trip. I also pray for the American Church to help convert nonbelievers to the Catholic Church, so they may know Jesus the way, life, and truth. Please bless those who go into war zones to preach about God. God bless.
-C

Texas

Dear Blessed Virgin Mary, our Heavenly Mother, please watch over Pope Benedict and protect him on his visit. May he experience Faith, Hope and Love in our wonderful country and return with a divine feeling in his heart.
-Kathy Lawrence

Mayfield Heights, Ohio

I pray that His Holiness will find his visit here a pleasant and friendly one and that his visit to Ground Zero will inspire and move him to actively promote peace and human rights throughout the world.
-Jim

Cleveland, Ohio

Please help me in finding the right employment to take care of my family. Also, please help me keep my existing job until I find that new opportunity.
-Patrick Koepsell

Lehigh Acres, Florida

I pray for Pope Benedict's safe journey and Pray that his visit will be most fruitful and that all people will listen to what he has to say to America and that they will be respectful and open to what he has to say. I pray that the visiit will be most furitful and lead to positive changes for America with love and respect for alll of LIFE. Thank you Jesus for listening to our Prayers. Amen
-Maryvonne Obenshain

Gloucester , Virginia

I pray to God that Pope Benedict may always have good health and be always safe.
-Franco (1st grader)

Jacksonville, FL

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

I am praying for Pope Benedict XVI.
-Kit Mc.

Ohio

Dear God,
Please protect Pope Benedict from any harm while he is in America. I pray that he has a great time and that his birthday is a good one. I also pray that everyone, Catholic or not Catholic, will come to understand his teachings and that one day all the churches will unite as one. Amen.
-Kori.

Port Lavaca, Texas.

We pray that the Heavenly Father,Son and Holy Ghost grants our earthly Father Pope Benedict a great spiritual voice that will be heard and understood all over the world especially in these United States during his visit here. And that an end to war and conversion of sinners be granted.
-The Kozak family

Euclid, Ohio

For His Holiness' safety and for a Happy Birthday.
-Milhizer family

Brighton, MI

Dear Lord, thank you for such a marvelous Pope. Thank you for his strength, his wisdom and his gentleness. For the next week all eyes will be on the USA. Through the Holy Spirit may the hearts of the non believers be turned into believers.
May abortions cease, divorces decrease and vocations increase in the USA just from the presence of Pope Benedict XVI on our soil.
-Eileen Swan

Edison, New Jersey

Most Holy Father, I am Married 30YRS. & I can tell you I've been Healed from CANCER BY PRAY & FASTING, AN Jesus my LORD had blessed me.I had also asked the Lord to intervene in Pray for my Husband JAMES to return to Church an to Please save him, I prayed for Close to a year, WELL my LORD Jesus Christ answered my PRAY 1 WK. before Easter on PALM SUNDAY my husband went to Church.The LORD put it in my Heart to Prat 1st. for the World, then for world Leaders, for my Countrymen & Leaders. & Then for the Soldiers & then for my Family members, myself mlast. Well I need Pray for my 22YR. Son because he asked me How can I believe in a GOD I can't Seeee, I ask him IF he can SEE the Space Shuttle & astronaunts, He answered, I then I said But you know their up in Space, but u can't see them with the naked eye right? I said well I know Jesus Christ God the FATHER Himself is all around us but we can not see him.but We walk by Faith not by Sight,& know that he LIVES. My sons name is Timothy Charles I Pray that Jesus & the Blessed Virgin Mother Mary will protect my son & guide him to her Son OUR LORD Jesus Christ. & that our Countrymen would Pray for Catholic Family's & for all familys to stand up for the moral values &for the LOVE OF GOD and His Son Jesus Christ's TEACHINGS, NOT the Caultural Worldly Media Views. Our Country Needs THE Value of Marriage Vows between Man & God for the Good of the Family. Life is Important to our World, & we should respect it above all ealse. For GOD LOVED ALL HE Created & Man should not detroy it weather in the Womb or on His EARTH, Our Lord our GOD is Very Much Alive, And AMERICAN'S got to turn around & Get back to Family Love Hope & To the Love our Lord Jesus Christ & GOD himSelf. For the power of GOD comes by His SON JESUS & THE Holy SPIRIT.AMEN Also Have a BLESSED 81st. Birthdayyyyyy Most Holy POPE Sincerely Gods Child, Angeleyes01854
-Viola Marie Morrow

Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania

Oh Heavenly Father, Guide Pope Benedict to America along with your grace, love and blessings upon us all, in Jesus Name we pray, Amen.
-JLS

Huntington, In.

Dear Lord, please hear my prayers for Pope Benedict XVI. For his safety here in the U.S. and for a safe trip back home. Thank you for sending him here to help our country. May all who hear him know the love he has for us. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
-Terri

Ganado, Texas

Pray for protection for our pope and by his visiting the US we all will be truly blessed. If it's God Will, I also ask for healing through the pope's visit.
-Chris B.

Davenport, IA

Holy Father, you are in my prayers for a safe trip to the USA and back, and for a great welcome here in the States from all Catholics and all non-Catholics. May all hear your message of love and peace.
-Anne-Marie Duval

Columbus Grove, Ohio

May the Peace of Our Lord, Jesus Christ, be with Pope Benedict XVI during his visit to the United States of America. May Americans recognize the blessings and graces God sends thru his Vicar on earth to the United States of America during the Papal Visit 2008.
May GOD BLESS AMERICA!

-Maria A Hernandez-Pistorino

Pinecrest, Florida

I just pray that his presence here changes many hearts of both catholics and non-catholics to chose God as their way of life. I also hope that he has a blessed and safe journey.
-LR

Chicago, Il

Dear Lord,
Watch over the Holy Father and make his trip to the United States fruitful and may it bring You greater glory.
-Mike

Ligonier, IN

Dear Lord, help the pope arrive safely to America. Please help the pope and give him good health. I pray that we may recieve this message, "Christ our hope"and live a holy life.
-J-MS

P.L. TX.

May all ears hear you and all harden hearts be melted toward Jesus .
-Susanna Matrisciano

Lakewood Colorado

May the Lord guide and protect our Pope, Benedict XVI, in his travels through our nation. May the Amercian people be blessed by his presence among us. May his message for us be heard and heeded, that we may become stronger and more faithful witnesses of Christ and of our Catholic faith. May the Holy Spirit continue its movemnet through Americas many Catholic parishes bringing renewal and greater commitment to the promises we made at our baptism and profess anew each Easter.
-Michael E. Conley/St. Stephen Cathedral

Owensboro, KY

Oh Heavenly Father, Guide Pope Benedict to America along with your grace, love and blessings upon us all, in Jesus Name we pray, Amen.
-JLS

Huntington, In.

Our Father, we ask that you continue to bless the pope, let his words be heard not only through our ears but through our hearts, so that we can stand together as one, one in the holy sprite to take care of one another and not destroy one another. We pray in Jesus name Amen.
-suzanne charles

stone mountain ga.

Please God, thie Holy Father will be geatly blessed even as he blesses our country with his presence and prayer. In union with his intentions, I ask help for my family and all families. Thank you, dear Jesus. Amen
-Kathy

Queens, NY

Lord God please bless and protect Pope Benedicts mission in America. Please convert the hearts of terrorists and all ungodly men. Amen+
-Barbara M.

Phelan, CA.

I pray for you and the Church as you lead us on an eccumenical journey of love for God and peace with our neighbors. Please teach us, I pray.
-Barbara Maroon

Mount Pleasant, Pa.

May your holiness bring truth and mercy to the Church in America. There is so much hate about fallen priests, and sisters who have left. It is as if no one is tempted - sinners are just bad, no one else has sin. Bishops hae through out priests who are badly need. Revenge and making making are all that count. May God's mery and truth come to us and how us that sinners is what the Christ come for.
-Oscar Alejandro Rodriguez

new York New York

Chicago, IL

May God bless & keep you safe in your travels our Holy Father. I pray that the inspired words and deeds you will share during your visit to the US, are received and heard in the hearts of whom they are intended, all according to His will. I also pray for the lost souls, to seek and hear your message. Peace Be With You - In Christ Jesus, Amen ~
-Marty & Wanda Gibson

Round Rock, TX

May the Lord bless and guide Our Holy Father and his companions on his first trip to the U.S. We love you, Pope Benedict!
-Maria

San Diego, CA

Papa - Heavenly Father,

God's Holy blessings and protection in this your US visit. May everyone be touched by the Holy Spirit that you bring with your presence and guidence to those whom you come in contact with and who lend you their time & attention to hear your Words of Wisdom from our Lord.

May you be able to enlighten the world on the plight of the "Illegal Aleins" from Mexico and other Southern Countries and gain a respectful acceptance for all of Gods's Children.
May you bring to light the hate that is widely spread by many in the News Media and on other political arenas against your children from other countries.

God guide you to accomplish the goals which you have set for this Special Godly Trip.

clemente de la cruz & Family - Lisa, Clemente Jr., Diana, Sergio and their Spouses , Families, Mother and friends.
-clemente delacruz y familia

3924 Micki Lynn, Fort Worth, Tx. 76107

We pray for good health.
-Evee (1st Grader)

Jacksonville, FL

Dear God, Please protect me and my family from all evil. Help people of the world be nice and not harm each other. Amen
-Marcela (1st grader)

Jacksonville, FL

My friend Tom is in prison for murder. His sentence is life with no parole. At this time he is in solitary confinment. Please pray for his release and that until such time he be moved to a facility that will allow him to move to general population. He needs physical healing for back pain, depression and insomnia and he needs prayer for his relationship with his children. If Pope Benedict would call the DE Governor and request a pardon, this could go a lot quicker. Thank you.
-Tom Capano

Willmington, DE

Dearest Jesus: I am asking for your help for my son. Please help me return to his faith and be responsible. Please do not let him be charged with a felony. Let him have learned his lesson and be responsible, loving, caring, slow to anger. Let him be self sufficient and find someone to share his life through marriage, and let him have a happy healthy family. Please him find happiness. I ask this favor of you, Dearest Jesus, in your name, Amen.
-Ellen

Penryn, CA

Pope Benedict, I pray and hope that you come in peace and preach the word to all nations, to Catholics and non-Catholics, in the name of God.
-JW, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

May our Holy Father receive a warm, wonderful welcome to our country, and may his 81st birthday be filled with blessings from our Lord who guides the Holy Father. May he be protected from all harm and serve the Lord's sheep for many, may years to come. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BENEDICT XVI!
-Charlene

Indianapolis, IN

Heavenly Father, we first give you thanks & praise for the upcoming visit of Pope Benedict XVI to America. May His trip be according to Your will. We pray for His safe journey and that all who come into contact with His Holiness will be touched with the Holy Spirit and that they will become instruments of Peace and Your Glorification in this troubled world. Si Yu'us Ma'ase!
-Ree

Saipan, CNMI

Please pray for Anne who is expecting a baby and is having a difficult time
-Laura Beahm

Emerson, NJ

I pray for a safe journey and for understanding and implementation of the Pope's ideas.

-DAB

Plaistow, NH

Pope Benedict, We bless you and hope that you have a nice time in America and that you have a happy birthday!
-BC, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

Port Lavaca, TX

Heavenly Father,
I pray along with the rest of my family for a safe journey here to our country for Pope Benedict. May You grant special blessings to our Holy Father and all who hear his words of wisdom.
Amen
-Paula Hermon

Country Club Hills, IL

Mighty God,
I ask on this day that You keep the Pope safe and happy during his holy visit to America. May he spread Your word through our nation, Amen.
God Bless
- Carly age 11

St. Anthony's ,Columbus ,NE ,

Dear Lord,

I ask that you protect our Holy Father and let his visit and the messages he imparts here in the US have a storng impact on all who hear and see him. HOly Spirit guide and counsel him. Let his courageous, truth-bearing, timely visit bless our country.
-Connie Kansa

Clinton Township, MI

Your Holiness,
May I add my wishes and prayers for your 81st birthday, happily to take place as you visit the United States! Each day finds all of us praying for God's Best Blessings on you and all that you are doing for so many, many peoples throughout our world! Thank you does not even begin to say it! We are so very, very grateful to you...
-Sr. M. Elizabeth at Tucson Benedictine Sisters on Country Club Rd.

Tucson, Arizona

Dear Pope Benedict,
My name is Jacob. I go to a Catholic school and am in first grade. Please bless my family's health. Please say a special blessing for my Dad, he is in Kuwait. Please pray for his daily safety and return. Please pray for peace on Earth. Peace be with you.

-Jacob(1st Grader)

Jacksonville, FL

one last holy prayer, dear holy father, that my son Robert Paul will be returned to me and to God. you see, he has been in a state of deep drug addiction and other unconfessed sins for over 12 years now. i humbly ask for your intercession on the eve of this blessed visit to our great country.
-carol anderson

san luis obispo, ca

May the Father, Son and Holy Spirit bless you in your work.
-Patricia McEahern

Arvada, Colorado

Loving God, we ask your blessings upon the Shepherd of our Church, Pope Benedict XVI. May Your Holy Spirit pour out upon the Pope the gift of wisdom as he visits the people of the United States. May his words stregthen, guide, and encourage Your people. May Pope Benedict be a guiding force in calling our world leaders to the vital role of bringing peace to all parts of our world. We offer this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son and our Lord. Amen.
-St. Catherine Laboure School--Faculty/Staff/Students

Harrisburg, PA

Dear Pope Benedict, I hope you enjoy your trip over here. I hope you have a safe trip. I would love to meet the head of the Church. It is so amazing that you run the whole Church. You are a great man and God bless you.
-RF, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

I pray that his journey is safe and that the hearts and minds
of those listening to his message are open to his guidance and wisdom.
-Therese

Michigan

Dear Lord, Please make the Pope's visit from Italy very safe. When he gets here, I hope he will inspire and awaken people, help them to go to Church every Sunday and carry on the work of God so they can inspire others to do the same. I wish him a great birthday.
-MG, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

Dear, Pope Benedict I hope you'll have a great time in Washington D.C. and New York but when you leave I'll miss you.You'll Always be my favorite Pope I ever new.You'll always be in my heart.I ask all the Saints to guide you in your life.I hope you'll come to Massachusetts one day.I'll be praying for you everyday.Pope Benedict you are the most faithful person I ever seen.You are important to everybody because you spread the Holy Spirit.

-Michaeli

Falmouth, Massachusetts

I pray that our beloved holy father pope benedict will be loved more than any other pope in history. I also pray as he asked us that he love us more than ever. I am at a loss as to how to live in today's "moral-less world" and I, we, need our holy father's good guidance more than ever.
-carol anderson

san luis obispo, california

Lord, I pray for the safety of Your Chief Shepherd, Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI as he continues to bring us Your message of love and hope to the U.S. during this visit. I, pray too, for the people of the United States that we will truly listen and desire to follow the Good Shepherd who leads us in all Truth and Light. May God's peace, hope and graces bless us in abundance. Amen +
-Denise Pencola +

Avonmore, PA

Dearest Lord and Loving Father, Please protect Pope Benedict XVI during his trip to America. Allow his words to turn the hearts of those who embrace all forms of evil so they may seek Your Grace in this world and the next.
-Melissa M

Charlotte, NC

for my family
for frand family
that we move
for finances
-jessie

archbold ohio

Holy Father , See how Jesus has gone ahead to prepare the way for your visit to the United Staes by sending the Holy Spirit to enkindle within our hearts prayers for your safe journey, and for the many graces He will pour out apon this poor Nation through your teachings, blessings and intersession. We await your visit with joy!
-Mary

Jesus, I ask you to bless the Holy Father with your awesome graces preparing him for his journey to DC and NYC. May he be surrounded by your angels in complete protection from all harm and may Pope Benedict bring with him your tender love and truth that we in our culture today so desperately need. Also, I ask that you prepare our country's hearts to soak up all the graces that will come to us with the Holy Father's visit. Open our ears fully and remove any walls that may hinder our country from embracing the Truth he will bring. Thank you for your unfailing love. Amen.
-Jennifer

The Divine Mercy Chaplet for Pope Benedict's safe and successful visit to the U.S.
-Fran Granger

Madison, AL

Chicago, IL

It is my greatest desire that all souls especially our leaders and teachers of Christ Our Lord Jesus' Church remain fully submissive to the Perfect Holy Will of Our Eternal Father in Heaven never ceasing to please Him, this most assuredly includes our Supreme Pontiff H.H. Benedict XVI. Amen +++

God Bless Us All.

-Raymond Barker

Memphis, TN

LORD, SEND OUT YOUR SPIRIT ON U.S.. OPEN OUR HEARTS AND MINDS TO RECEIVE YOUR VICAR AND HIS MESSAGE OF HOPE FOR ALL.KEEP HIM SAFE,AND ALLOW PEACE AND GOOD RESULT FROM HIS HAVING BEEN AMONG US. AMEN.
-JERRY MAZUCHOWSKI,S.F.O.

TOLEDO,OHIO

That my sons will return to the sacraments that Sarah and Anna will come to the Catholic Faith that my son Lars and Frank will find good holy Catholic friends and for the Holy Spirit to whisper into their ears to have the desire come back to the sacraments.
-Gloria

Kennewick Washington

Roanoke IL.

May the Holy Spirit guide you and may St. MIchael protect your journey. May the United States have an open heart in what you are going teach us. Please God protect Our Holy Father. Blessed Mother please put your mantle around him extra tight.
Thank You Heavenly Father.
-PAI

Whitesboro,NY

My prayer that that my husband find a job so we can catch up on our bills. I also pray that my son be able to go back to college for his degree and that he and his sister get and hold good jobs.
-Dora

Austin, TX

Dear Holy Spirit,
Protect and guide Our Holy Father as he lovingly instucts your people in your truths.
-jane

Cape Coral, Florida

Middleton, WI

We pray a special prayer everyday- and want to share it------- God our Father, I give you today, all that I think and I do and say. I give my love with Jesus your Son. I will try to be kind and love everyone. AMEN
Holy Father, Please bless our school and pray that we celebrate another 100 years of Catholic Education in McMinnville, Oregon
-St. James School - First Grade

McMinnville, Oregon

Dear lord be with the pope as he comes to America. Keep him safe from all attepts on his life and give him a very happy birthday. Keep us all in his love and shelter us.
-Phil

Port Lavaca, TX

San Antonio, Texas

I pray for the safety of the pope.That he maybe safe on his visit to America.That the church will be faithful for his teachings.That we maybe faithful to our church and others.
-megan

PortLavaca

I Love my Pope Benedict XVI, because It is right I think that He is kind man loving personility. Pope Benedict XVI is master sheepered of sheepered. I pray to our lord Jesus Christ that God will give him much Holy Spirit, more strength and courage every time. His shining personility is a very strenthen for whole the world's people. My Jesus christ I and my family request with humble and love please help much and when Pope Benedict XVI visit the all over world.

-Emmanuel Masieh

Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan

Heavenly Father, Bless Pope Benedict's visit, that all who see and speak with him know Christ's love. Protect the Holy Father as well from hate and harm. I ask these things through Christ our Lord. Amen.
-Stuart Palmer

Normal, IL

Heavenly Father, protect our Holy Father's trip to the U.S. Our prayers are with him.
-Margaret O.

michigan

I pray that myself and others around the world gain the finances to care for themselves and their families during the current financial difficulties. I also pray for the safety of our Pope and that others around the world learn to live in peace and accept Gods will.
-Carolyn Spry

Hayward, Wisconsin

Dear Almighty God,
Keep our pope safe on his long trip to America.

Amen.
-Joslynn

St.Anthony's School in Columbus, Nebraska

Heavenly Father, I pray your soverign hand of protection over our Holy Father's entire visit. May you be his inspiration, strength and health. I pray this blessed visit will forever strengthen and unify our American bishops more than ever before. May the American Church and the Universal Church as a whole be inspired, healed and motivated. Father, you always provide exactly what we need. Please allows us to be most receptive and recognize your wonderful provisions.
Amen
-Dwayne W

Indiana

We pray that God blesses the Pope with safety and that his words reach the hearts of mankind.
-Helen & Lou Corey

Chicago, IL

As a member of the Knight of Columbus, we are praying for safe and holy trip. We will be praying for you during your trip to the US.

-Silviano Candelaria

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Virgin Mary, please, help Pope Benedict XVI bring the love of God to the USA.
Dear Mother, help us be more civil to each other. And help us so we can pray The Rosary every day.

-Luis Salaberria

Des Moines, Iowa.

Lord, my prayer is that Pope Benedict XVI galvanize and inspire our young people to greater holiness and a closer union with Jesus. May his visit be a blessing to all. Amen.
-Maria Ramirez

Princeton, New Jersey

Lord Jesus, watch over Your vicar, Pope Benedict XVI. Keep him strong, that he may continue to fearlessly proclaim Your Gospel. Keep us strong who see and hear him, so that we may never tire of proclaiming, "Tu es Petrus! You are Peter!" Laudetur Iesus Christus!
-Frederick M. Palm

Lakewood, WA

Our father, we thank you for Pope's visit in the united state.We thank you for the prayers. Helps all to love and care for each other.Grant us all peace and wisdom. Please send him home safely after his vist and take care of his health. Our father my special request is to have pope pray for my family's needs through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
-Agatha

Nashville TN

McMinnville, Oregon

Please keep our Pope safe and healthy on his trip to the United States of America. May his presence be a spiritual lift to people who need it badly as well as a pleasant experience for him to remember.

-Edwina Schwegmann

Marrero, Lousiana

Heavenly Father, please protect Pope Benedict XVI on his trip to the United States. May his voice be heard and accepted.
-Judy M

Pittsburgh, PA

I pray that the the Pope's meeting with the Catholic university presidents becomes the spark that leads to a renewal of Catholic identity in Catholic institutions of higher learning.
-Greg

Indiana

Dear Pope Benedict,

I want to tell you how much I love you and that I pray for you every day. My spouse recently died and have been praying every day for his soul, and ALL the Holy Souls in Purgatory. This has given me strength to go on with my life and to contemplate my own soul. I was feeling extremely saddened by his death, could not sleep, and kept rehashing things in my head. I picked up my Rosary to pray, and Our Dear Lord consoled me; I feel much stronger in mind, body, and spirit. I continue to pray the Rosary, and other prayers for you, our families, brothers and sisters in Christ, our priests, bishops, deacons, our nation, and our world. May God Bless You and keep You in His tender love and care.
-Cecilia R.

Houston, Texas

For the gift of life, a baby brother or sister for daughter.
-Lorraine

Chicago, IL

Heavernly Father. Protect Pope Benedict on this journey to America and lead him to speak words of wisdom and peace to a country in need of peace. May his words comfort all those who have lost loved ones through the war in Iraq and Afganistan. May the Holy Spirit enable him to speak His truth powerfully to all the People who will listen to him. God bless
-Gertrud

Ladysmith South Africa

Oh! Heavenly Father, I am in awe that our beloved Pope Benedict XVI has come to the United States. I pray for his health and his safety as he continues on his trip to New York. May his trip accomplish what he had hoped to accomplish. May God Bless Him and all of those hundreds of people who made this trip possible.
-Mary Helen Ortega

Rockdale, Texas

Dear God our Father, Please protect our Holy Father as he visits America. Give him the wisdom and words to rededicate our country to a God-fearing, God-loving nation. Please help him wake up the Catholiic population especially, so that we all can find strength through our parisihes on a weekly basis. We ask this through Our Lord, Jesus Christ, our Redeember. Amen.
-Bunny Becker

Rocky River, Ohio

Most awesome Trinity, protect and inspire our Holy Father on his visit to our beloved country. May he bring the gift of God's grace, mercy, and peace as we gift him with our love and fidelity. We ask this in Jesus' Name. Amen.
-David and Eileen+

Houston, TX

I pray that Pope Benidict will have a safe trip here to the United States and that he will pray for my sons that they will come back to the Church and recieve Jesus in Holy Communion, and that they will continue to go to school.
-CSTrujillo

Alcalde,NewMexico

god bless pope benedict that you come in peace to spread the words god
that you keep my aunt in your prayers to help her recover from cancer

-?

california

Dear Holy Father,
You are a blessing to the whole Church, and to the world. I pray that God will grant you health and length of days to continue your mission to reach out to all people and lead the way to peace.
May Christ be always with you to uphold you and support you.

-Pat

Tacoma, WA

Praying for a safe and fruitful trip for Pope Benedict!
-MacFarland Family

Annandale, VA

To Our Beloved Holy Father,
May the Holy Spirit continue to guide you as you lead His Church in this crucial time. We look to you to continue to strength of Peter in all your words and actions. May our Blessed Mother, Mary, hold you in her arms and present you to her Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd and may our Heavenly Father bless you abundantly.
-Deacon John and Rosemary DeWolfe

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

May the Father, Son and Holy Spirit guide and protect Pope Benedict on his journey to the USA. May his trip be a Blessing to all who see or hear him.
-Lucille

Murrells Inlet, SC

Merciful God, Blessed Mother, and all the Angels,

Please protect His Holiness as he arrives and departs Washington. May His words open the minds and hearts of all people to believe in You. Bless our leaders, help them to make godly decisions for our country, give them a sign to see You in Pope Benedict. Protect and Save us Oh, Lord! Our Father, Hail Mary.....Glory Be. Amen.
-Cecilia

Houston, Texas

most holy father,
may your visit instill a renewal in the faith in christ's church that we see waining at every turn. my prayers are for your health and continued strength as you carry out the mission god has chosen you for.
humbly yours,
jim avants
-jim avants

grovetown, ga

I PRAY THAT THE POPES VIST WILL HELP RESOLVE ALL THE PROBLEMS WITH THE SEXUAL ACCUSATIONS WITH PRIESTS AND PEOPLE WILL COME BACK TO THE CHURCH . AND I PRAY FOR THE POPES SAFETY WHILE HE IS HERE.
-AMANDA

PERRYSBURG OHIO

Sweet Jesus, bless & watch over Pope Benedict XVI. May his visit give us a new sense of renewal in our Catholic Church. I wish love, joy, and peace to all.
-J. B.

Vidor, Texas

Dear Heavenly Father,
Give Pope Benedict a safe trip to America; may his and our prayers bring peace to the world and an end to all wars. May the beauty of Your creation inspire us all. And may his visit inspire us to help the poor and hungry of the world. Amen
-Mrs. Reine's Third Grade Religious Education Class

Ohio

I hope you have a great trip. Hope more people believe in Christ. I hope you have a great time. We hope everyone welcomes you.
-Emma and Family (1st grader)

Jacksonville, FL

Papa Benedetto,
I thank God for the opportunity to be in your grace. Bless us always and I continue to pray for your safety as you travel here to our country. Pray for us that we may attain God's mercy and love.
Guide us in worship and prayer
-Bev

Lord, please keep our Holy Father safe during this visit to this country and keep him in good health.Watching you on Tv from the first day you set foot in the U.S makes me feel so proud to be a catholic .
-araceli

charleston wv

Lord, Thank you for all the blessings that you gave me and to my family. Please protect us from sickness and give us a good health
-Matthew (1st grader)

Jacksonville FL

Port Lavaca, Texas

Holy Father, just as St. Peter is loved for building up the Lord's Church, so too are you. May the Holy Spirit work through you to inspire a life-long prayer of Hope within the hearts of all and bring about a conversion of souls such as the world has never seen. God Bless.
-Michael

Batavia, Illinois

May the Angel of Peace of Fatima, and the Holy Family guide and protect you on your journey to the United States. God Bless You in your peaceful Mission.
-Teresita Galvan

Wheeling, Illinois

Gloucester , Virginia

Heavenly Father,

I humbly beg your Loving and Merciful Care for our Holy Father,Pope Benedict XVI, while visiting our noble Country. Watch over him and keep him safe. May his gracious visit to our shore heap blessings upon us.

I humbly ask for Him a safe trip, a Happy and Glorious Birthday, and
many long and fruitful years as our Most Holy Father. He is deeply loved.
-Barbara Ann Evans

Fairfield, California

We pray for Pope Benedicts safe arrival to the U.S.A. May God bless him during his visit. We hope that he will bring words of faith and encouragement to our country and our people. Happy Birthday dear Holy Father!
-Frank and Linda Ferraro

Wyomissing, Pennsylvania

That my sons Frank and Lars will return to the sacraments that Sarah and Anna will come to the Catholic Faith that my son Lars and Frank will find good holy Catholic friends and for the Holy Spirit to whisper into their ears to have the desire come back to the sacraments.
-Gloria

Kennewick Washington

I pray everyday for the holy Father the Pope that he will have a good visit to the USA
-James Cardinal

TSIIGEHTCHIC, NT

Dear Father of us all, I pray that you will keep your child, Pope Benedict XVI safe and bless him with good health. Through him may we hear your Word proclaimed and may our ears be open and our hearts not hardened to the message he brings. Through your great mercy, Lord God, I ask these things in Christ's name. Amen
-Diane

Massachusetts

Kennewick Washington

By Gods Grace we in the United States have been blessed with the presence of the magnificent Pope.

Dear God, allow the ears of all human kind to open and consume the teachings of Jesus Christ, which are being spoken through our Pope for our salvation.

Holy Spirit, allow the hearts of all humans to soften, melt and then mold into a peace loving, forgiving, harmonious vessel directly connected to the spirit within, given to us by the Lord.

Amen

-Ann

Livonia, MI

Heavenly Father, may our Holy Father travel safely to the United States from Rome where You know the needs and pain that are upon our nation. May all who are able to hear Your words through him turn back to You with unhardened hearts seeking to grow closer to You and to Your Son.

-J

Fort Wayne, IN

Eternal Father, please protect our Holy Father Pope Benedict on his visit to the USA. May your Holy Spirit work through him, especially on his 81st BD, April 16th; so that all who hear him will be open and hear You and know of Your great love and mercy for them, personally. I ask this in Jesus name. Amen.
-IRENE

B.R., La

dear Pope Benidict,
will you pray for all the people in the whole world because they do not know that jesus is the son of god. and i wish you a happy birthday.
-tristan

port lavaca,texas

For the success of the papal visit and the safety and welfare of the Holy Father during his time in the United States, we pray to the Lord:
-St.Paschal Fraternity/Toledo S.F.O. /Divine Mercy Region

Toledo, Ohio

Lord, May you bless the Pope to have a great and safe trip from Rome to the United States. May his trip be filled with joy, happiness, and faith. I hope he has a great visit to the White House and an even greater birthday.
-LP, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

Please pray that you can encourage "catholic"young men to respect marriage and respect women they are discerning for marriage and stop using them and to encourage the sacriment of marriage and see children as gifts not burdens. Please encourage parents to instill good moral values and not abide by secular ways
-Ken

Peekskill, NY

My prayer is one of thanks for this Beautiful Pope's visit to America. I loved the Mass at Yankee Stadium. It was extraordinary:)
-Evelyn

Brooklyn, NY

Dear God, you are a great Shepherd. YOu know your sheep and your sheep know you. I ask you to keep our Pope Benedict in safety and peace while he is visiting U.S.A. I also pray for all Christian that we may become good sheeps and faithful to God and the teaching of the Church.
-Maria

Port Lavaca, TX

Dearest Jesus:

Please Dear Jesus, help us in this financial crisis that we are in. Let us be able to pay our taxes, our house and our bills and be able to put money away for our retirement. Please help life this financial burden off of us. I ask you this, Dearest Jesus, in Your Name. Thank You.
-Ellen

Penryn, CA

Dear Father.
Please bring great success to Pope Benedict's visit to the US, and keep him safe from all natural disasters.

-Jeanne

Watertown, South Dakota

Dear God,
Please help Pope Benedict XVI have a safe trip to America. Please make his trip help bring peace and love to our world.
-St. James 3rd Grade

McMinnville, OR

It is Our greatest desire that all souls especially our leaders and teachers of Christ Our Lord Jesus' Church remain fully submissive to the Perfect Holy Will of Our Eternal Father in Heaven never ceasing to please Him, this most assuredly includes our Supreme Pontiff H.H. Pope Benedict XVI. Amen +++

God Bless Us All.

In Christ Our Lord Jesus,
Brother Raymond and Sister Michelle

-RAYMOND AND MICHELLE BARKER

Memphis, TN and Henryetta, OK

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Blessings to our Holy Father. May his visit bring increased faith and hope to the people of our country.
-Barb G

Ryegate, MT

God Bless you Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, on your birthday. May you have a safe journey to the U.S.A. I hope you like it here. Amen
-Quinn (1st grader)

Jacksonville, FL

Dear Jesus, i pray that the pope on his arrival to America, that he may be safe on his 81 birthday. I also pray that he shall have a safe trip home.i wish that he may accomplish alot on his trip. I pray for on the church of America that we may follow the teachings of the pope. I pray that the pope may tell everyone about his journeys with god and his life. I also wish you a happy birthday.
-Christina

Port Lavaca texas

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

May God bless him with the strength to see America and leave us with his blessing. We will be praying for him in our hometown and hope you'll pray for him too.
-Eleanor F

South San Francisco, CA

Maggio sua visita in America avrà successo e fecondo.
Dio vi benedica ... la tua Eccellenza Papa Benedetto XVl
-Maria Ernelia dela Pena de Onate

Dallas, Texas

dear god help the pope have a good and safe trip to washington. that he may accomplish alot. and help the american church with all their struggles. amen.
-c.l.

plt

Lord, Please let Pope Benedict XVI's trip to our country be safe. Let his work be done and let him be safe while he does it. Let him spread the word of the Lord and the Holy Spirit. Also let him enjoy his stay in our country. Please let his trip back be safe. Let him continue his work and keep his work holy. Amen.
-EA, Grade 5

Mt. Vernon, NY

We pray for the Pope's safety during his travels. We also pray the our Holy Father will touch the hearts of young people in our country and bring them back to the Church.
-The Dreier Family

Poland, Ohio

I work in catholic media: radio, TV and internet. I will be commenting the Pope;s visit to USA but also praying for him.

www.parishworld.net
jrmenazel@hotmail.com
-Father Roberto Mena, S.T.

Compton, California.

Holy Father, I pray for you as the Vicar of Christ on earth and pray that you will receive a message Our Lord is sending you through me for your decernment.
HIS Peace!
-Kelly Markham

Aurora, IL

May the Grace of our risen Lord, Jesus Christ, give comfort and guidance to our most Holy Father, His Holiness Benedict XVI.

May his trip be a re-awakening for our Catholic faith in the United States and lead to a spiritual renewal.

God Bless the Benedict XVI and all those involved in the Papal visit to our grand and glorious republic.
-Carlos Echevarria

Miami, Florida

We pray for your continued presence in the world for Peace and Love for all.
-diane

Montgomery, Tx

I wish you a good happy birthday and thank you for visiting America. I pray for your good health and GOD BLESS You ! I hope you go visit our school.

Happy Birthday and Have a good time !
-Sophia Da Silva and Family (Sacred Heart Parish in Orange Park,FL)

orange Park ,fl

I pray for the Pop's health, safety and well being while he is on his journey here, and all that will be with him.
-Susan

Oscoda, Michigan

May the Angel of Peace of Fatima, and the Holy Family guide and protect you on your journey to the United States. God Bless You in your peaceful Mission.
-Teresita Galvan

Wheeling, Illinois

May the angels keep you safe in your USA visit. We pray that God will take care of you and you bring much needed strenght to our country.
-Mary Ann Thompson

Zelienople PA

Dear Pope Benedict XVI ,
May God protect you and keep you in good health on your first visit to the USA. I hope you make many more trips here because I can't come to see you this time around. I pray for you almost every day. I am the mother of ten children and my youngest son Anthony and I speak of your vocation as pope frequently. I told him maybe someday he might be the first pope from the USA llike you were the first pope from Germany. My grandparents were from Germany and I have always taken an interest in everything"german" so to speak. I was thrilled when you were elected pope as I had read much of your writings when you were a cardinal. Our birthdays are both in April. I guess I'm saying I feel we have much in common. Especially our love of our Lord and Savior Jesus in the Holy Eucharist. I try to go daily to Holy Mass all of my adult life because the greatest joy of my life is when He comes and enters my soul. I feel we are blessed having you as our Holy Father. Doublely so this week with your wonderful visit. I will watch with interest your visit on TV and I hope someday to meet you in person. I will pray for that. I also pray that you be filled with the guidance of God the Father, the fraternal love of God the Son and the wisdom of the Holy Spirit. Sincerely, Pamela A Harakal
-Pamela A Harakal

Grafton, Ohio

Dear Holy Father, we hope that you will contiunue your journey around the world to inspire people to love Jesus Christ. And, in Jesus' Holy Name, we ask for hearts of the world to be calmed and brought to the true realization of God the Father.
-Vern and Louise Kalshan

Cambria, California

That the lord grants me wisdom. That the lord pours out his mercy for my sins. Lets Ely and my son be a united family. Also, Blesses me with better business, good fortune and some luck.

Also good helth and never get any serious illness or injury till death
-Jeffery Anthony Van Buerle

Singapore

God Bless you Pope Benedict. We wish you a safe and happy trip
We love you
-Regina and Edward

Poolesville Maryland

Please ask God to aide my husband with his job that he may be successful and able to provide for our family. Please pray for my son and aughter that they may have good health and someone wonderful in thier life to marry.
-Jane

Ft Myers, Fl

Kennewick Washington

Port Lavaca, Texas

May the love of the Blessed Virgin Mary engulf the Holy Father,with love and protection on his Papal journey,too America. Working through the Blessed Mother,may there be many conversion's to Jesus and Mary. That we may learn God's will and live it always.
-Ed Sidari

Albion,New York

May our ever gracious Lord keep you safe during your travels and bless your birthday with even more outpouring of His love. May you ever be His instrument of love and peace, and may He continue to fill you ever with His grace, that you might reflect it to us, His children.
-Ruth

Mishawaka, IN

Happy 81st Birthday, mi Papa Benedict. May God shine His light upon your face always. I pray for your safety, well-being and good cheer wherever you may travel in our United States. May the Holy Spirit guide your way and open the minds of all who receive you and your message of faith, hope, love and spiritual renewal. Lord Jesus, let everyone who see and hear Pope Benedict see Your countenance on his face and hear Your loving voice in the words he speaks. May Pope Benedict and his message of renewal be heard by one and all and please God the Father mightily and bestow graces of lasting peace upon our nation. All this I ask in Jesus' name. Amen.
-Stella

Los Angeles, CA

We pray for peace and safety for all, especially those connected with the Pope's visit. May God provide.

-The Larsons

Middleburgh, NY

Heavenly Father, we praise you and thank you for your love and mercy. Bless and protect your servant, Benedict XVI now and all the days of his life. Thank you for his service and love for we the faithful. May the rest of his visit to the USA be filled with joy and blessings. Dear Mother Mary pray for him. Amen
-Anna Maria I. Delgado

Seattle, Washington

I pray that His Holiness will have a blessed trip to the United States and that all will listen to the Holy Spirit speaking trough him.
-Deacon Harold Kimble

Windsor, Co

Dear Pope,
I hope you have a good time in the U. S. A. I will pray for you.
-Garrit

Columbus Nebraska

san luis obispo, california

O Heavenly Father,
Please watch over our Holy Father, the chief shepherd on earth as he comes to USA for the pastoral visit. May the Holy Spirit grant him wisdom and guidance so his message "Christ Our Hope" and love will bring light, joy, and healing to many people. Please increase our faith, hope, and love. May our faith grow deeper in solitude, so we may listen and hear your voice through our shepherd, who represents Christ on earth, unite us all in one flock, and give us the courage to live out the Good News radically. May the Good News of new life arise from the "dead culture" so sacred life and human dignity may be respected. Most of all, for the future president he/she may respect life and lead the citizens live a moral life. Help us Lord, never loose hope in You, despite many difficulties in life. May our love continue to grow until there is no more pain and suffering, but only more love in the joy of resurrected Christ. For His love is stronger than pain, suffering, and dead. LOVE IS LIFE AND EVERLASTING!
-ST,OP

Our Lady of the Gulf, Port Lavaca, TX

10 Participation at Holy Mass
20 Hours in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
20 Recitation of the Rosary
1 Novena to the Holy Spirit
10 Regina Caeli

-Rita Woods

Colonial Beach, VA

Lord Jesus, I pray for the safety and success of the Holy Father's visit-your vicar-may the Holy angels surround and protect our dear Pope-Amen
-Janice cobas

Riverhead, N.Y.

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