“In the midst of every evil, only prayer can make us safe — only prayer can bring about the truth,” Fr. Adegboyega said. “The Mother of God is there to find solutions to every problem, regardless of the challenges … She is the perfect means to approach the throne of grace through Christ Jesus Our Lord.”
Davonna Serrano, parishioner at St. Mary Magdalene Parish in Gilbert, Ariz. said the Rosary for the USA should be prayed to defend the nation.
“The only way that we have to fight is through prayer — that’s our first and foremost defense in any kind of battle,” Serrano said. “And right now the battle is for the souls of our children and the future of our country.”
Praying the Rosary for the USA, she said, could also help bring people back to the Catholic Church.
“Whether you’re a grandmother or a parent or just a family member, and you’ve lost family from the Church, all you have to do is pray,” Serrano said. “Pray the rosary, pray for the intercession of the saints and pray for the Blessed Mother to open their eyes, and they will return to the faith.”
Yrique said it’s important for the 30 million Catholics in the United States to pray for their leaders, regardless of political persuasion.
“I really believe that it doesn’t matter who we elect if the power of God is not working through our elected officials,” Yrique said. “I’d like people to get off their soapboxes and get on their knees and pray. God will bless America when Americans remember to bless God.”
Yrique has already given away or sold 3,000 of the red, white and blue rosary beads and has ordered another 2,000. Along with the rosary, people can order a prayer booklet or prayer card that lists all the intentions as well as the names of the 50 states.
The booklet also lists other intentions for the rosary, depending on the time of day in which it is prayed. From midnight to 3 a.m. for example, the rosary could be offered for those who work at night, such as truck drivers and railroad workers.
For more information on the USA Rosary, visit http://www.magnalitecatholic.com/usa_rosary.html or call (602) 269-0009
Posted with permission from The Catholic Sun, official newspaper for the Diocese of Phoenix, Ariz.
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