Prayers to Saint Michael
the Archangel
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil, may God rebuke him, we humbly pray. And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell, Satan and all wicked spirits who prowl the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen
Note: This powerful prayer of exorcism was composed by Pope Leo XIII; in a
vision, he had been shown the fearful battle to be waged between Satan and
St. Michael, over the Church of the future.
O great St. Michael, take us 'neath thy shield,
Thy mighty power, in our favor wield!
Most glorious Prince of the Heavenly Armies, Saint Michael the
Archangel, defend us in "our battle against principalities and powers,
against the rulers of this world of darkness, against the spirits of
wickedness in the high places" (Eph., VI,12).
Come to the assistance of
men whom God has created to His likeness and whom He has redeemed at a
great price from the tyranny of the devil. Holy Church venerates thee as
her guardian and protector; to thee, the Lord has entrusted the souls of
the redeemed to be led into heaven.
Pray therefore the God of Peace to
crush Satan beneath our feet, that he may no longer retain men captive and
do injury to the Church.
Offer our prayers to the Most High, that without
delay they may draw His mercy down upon us; take hold of "the dragon, the
old serpent, which is the devil and Satan", bind him that he may no longer
seduce the nations"
Saint Michael, first champion of the
Kingship of Christ, pray for us!
Prayers Contributed by:
Patrick Cleaver - Cincinnati, OH
Cindy Beeley - Perrysburg, OH
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