Lord Jesus, risen and alive,
You walked with Your disciples on the road to Emmaus and opened their eyes to the Scriptures.
Open our hearts today to recognize You in the breaking of the bread,
in Your Word, and in one another.
Strengthen our faith, fill us with Easter joy,
and help us to be witnesses of Your Resurrection. Through the intercession of St. Julie Billiart (whose feast is today), patroness of educators and those who suffer illness,
grant us perseverance and trust in Your divine power. Amen.
St. 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 the evil spirits
who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen.
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