Powerful Prayer to ST HENRY || Feast Day : July 13

Powerful Prayer to St Henry.

Lord, you filled Saint Henry with your love
and raised him from the cares of an earthly kingdom
to eternal happiness in heaven.

In the midst of the changes of this world,
may his prayers keep us free from sin
and help us on our way towards you.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.

‼️ MORE ABOUT OF ST. HENRY ‼️

St Henry was a king who lived in the 900s-1000s. He became the Holy Roman Emperor in 1014. He was well-known for his holy leadership. He also showed great concern for the welfare of the Church during his reign.

St Henry was born in 973. Both of his parents were members of the nobility. During Henry’s childhood, his father spent a lot of time in exile because of political conflicts.

Henry was educated in the Catholic Faith by a bishop. Then, Henry studied at Hildesheim Cathedral.

Henry succeeded his father as Duke of Bavaria in 995. Henry’s cousin, Otto III, was Holy Roman Emperor at the time. When Otto died in 1002, Henry was elected the new Holy Roman Emperor.

Henry did not view his new political power as a reason for arrogance or pompous behavior. Rather, he was eager to use his new station for the glory of God.

Henry took his duties toward his subjects and the Church very seriously. He attempted to care for the welfare of the Church and to maintain order through ecclesiastical discipline carried out by bishops.

Henry fought several battles against political enemies. His forces continually came out victorious against hostile Saracens, Greeks, and others. When his troops were victorious in battle, Henry was known for clemency and moderation toward his enemies.

Both Henry and his wife, St Cunegundes, made vows of perpetual chastity. Henry also gave generously to charity, establishing several pious foundations and donating a large sum to build a cathedral. On one occasion, he vowed to establish...