St. Clare of Assisi (1194-1253) was one of the first followers of St. Francis and founded the Order of Poor Ladies, now known as the Poor Clares. Born into nobility, she chose a life of radical poverty and contemplation. Her strong faith manifested in many miracles, including protecting her convent from attackers by holding up the Blessed Sacrament.
Her prayers reflect her deep devotion to the Eucharist and commitment to holy poverty. She is particularly invoked for healing, protection from adversity, and clarity of vision – both physical and spiritual.
Historical Context
Saint: Clare of Assisi
Feast Day: August 11
Patronage: Television, Eye Disease, Embroiderers
Era: 13th Century
Saint Clare Prayer 1
O Blessed Saint Clare,
Your life shines like a beacon
and cast its light down the ages of the Church
to guide the way of Christ.
Look with compassion on the poor and humble
who call on you for help.
As you bow before your Eucharistic Lord in Heaven,
speak to Him of my afflicted body and my broken spirit.
Ask Him to heal me and to wash away my sins
in His precious Blood.
Great Servant of Christ,
remember the needs of my family
and all those I pray for.
Defend us from everything
that would threaten our Holy Catholic faith.
Hear the cry of the poor
and make it a song of intercession,
rising from your poor heart
to the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus,
our Healer, our Savior, and our Lord.
Amen.
Saint Clare Pray For Us.
Amen.
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Saint Clare Prayer 2
O Glorious Saint Clare,
God has given you the power of working miracles continually,
and the favor of answering the prayers
of those who invoke your assistance
in misfortune, anxiety, and distress;
we beseech you, obtain for us from Jesus,
through Mary, His Blessed Mother,
what we beg of you so fervently and hopefully,
if it be for the greater honour and glory of God
and for the good of our souls.
Amen.
Best Times for This Prayer:
Saint Clare Prayer 3
O glorious Saint Clare,
God has given you the power of working miracles continually,
and the favor of answering the prayers
of those who invoke your assistance
in misfortune, anxiety, and distress;
we beseech you, obtain for us from Jesus,
through Mary, His Blessed Mother,
what we beg of you so fervently and hopefully,
if it be for the greater honor and glory of God
and for the good of our souls.
O Blessed Saint Clare,
your life shines like a beacon
and cast its light down the ages of the Church
to guide the way of Christ.
Look with compassion on the poor and humble
who call on you for help.
As you bow before your Eucharistic Lord in Heaven,
speak to Him of my afflicted body and my broken spirit.
Ask Him to heal me and to wash away my sins
in His precious Blood.
Great Servant of Christ,
remember the needs of my family
and all those I pray for.
Defend us from everything
that would threaten our Holy Catholic faith.
Hear the cry of the poor
and make it a song of intercession,
rising from your poor heart
to the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus,
our Healer, our Savior, and our Lord.
Amen.
Best Times for This Prayer:
Saint Clare Prayer 4
Saint Clare of Assisi,
God has given you the power of working miracles continually,
and the favor of answering the prayers
of those who invoke your assistance
in misfortune, anxiety, and distress;
we beseech you, obtain for us from Jesus,
through Mary, His Blessed Mother,
what we beg of you so fervently and hopefully,
if it be for the greater honor and glory of God
and for the good of our souls.
Amen.
Best Times for This Prayer:
Saint Clare Prayer 5
God of Mercy,
You inspired Saint Clare
with the love of poverty.
By the help of her prayers
may we follow Christ
in poverty of spirit
and come to the joyful vision
of your glory
in the kingdom of Heaven.
We ask this through
our Lord Jesus Christ,
Your Son, who lives and reigns with
You and the Holy Spirit,
one God, forever and ever.
Amen.
