Our Lady of Prompt Succor, Come to Their Aid!

The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) has issued the following statement about the tragic effects of Hurricane Katrina:

In the wake of Hurricane Katrina’s devastating damage to New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, the American TFP extends its condolences to all victims and their families. As in past catastrophes, we hope the American people will rise to the occasion and help this stricken region in the coming months.

Our prayers are with all those who are suffering from this great disaster. May Our Lady of Prompt Succor, who has saved New Orleans in the past, come to the aid of all in need and those who have recourse to her!



Prayer to Our Lady of Prompt Succor


"Our Lady of Prompt Succor, ever Virgin Mother of Jesus Christ our Lord and God, you are most powerful against the enemy of our salvation. The divine promise of a Redeemer was announced right after the sin of our first parents; and you, through your Divine Son, crushed the serpent's head. Hasten, then, to our help and deliver us from the deceits of Satan.

"Intercede for us with Jesus that we may always accept God's graces and be found faithful to Him in our particular states of life. As you once saved our beloved city (New Orleans) from ravaging flames and our country from an invading army, have pity on us and obtain for us protection from hurricanes and all other disasters. (Silent pause for individual petitions.)

"Assist us in the many trials which beset our path through life. Watch over the Church and the Pope as they uphold with total fidelity the purity of faith and morals against unremitting opposition. Be to us truly Our Lady of Prompt Succor now and especially at the hour of our death, that we may gain everlasting life through the merits of Jesus Christ Who lives and reigns with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God world without end. Amen."

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