Throughout our life, we need to pray to the Saints in Heaven as their powerful intercession will help us stand firm in our faith in the midst of temptation.  This week we look especially to the wisdom of St. Patrick, Patron Saint of Ireland to keep us on the road of faith.

In our daily life we are surrounded by many challenges and struggles, many of which are beyond our control. We are beset with uncertainty, insecurity, impatience, and doubt. There are economic, professional, and personal difficulties all around us. We need courage, inspiration, and perseverance. We need the support and prayers of those around us. We need to call upon the aid of this holy man, St. Patrick, who is such a symbol of courage and steadfast faith in the midst of insurmountable odds. 

Let this feast of St. Patrick be an opportunity for us to reflect on God's presence in our own lives, and to ask for the courage to faithfully fulfill our own vocations humbly and virtuously as St. Patrick did.