Feast of St. Anthony Pucci, OSM
As pastor for 40 years in Viareggio, Italy, St. Anthony followed Our Lord's example by caring for the spiritual and human basic needs of his parishioners. Give us the grace, Oh Lord, whatever our state in life, to follow St. Anthony's example by caring for those in our responsibility - in our families, professions or those we see in need. Give us the heart of the Good Shepherd, as you did with St. Anthony. Give us his devotion to Mary, our Sorrowful Mother, as well, to provide care for those in need when we see it. We ask this in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ the Good Shepherd.
Amen.
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