I've had to call on the angels and saints a lot for a number of issues lately. Since my Catholic up-bringing wasn't saint heavy, it's still a little surprising to me that I have come to rely on their support as much as I do. I have gone from a "straight to the Top" person to a "networking" person these last few years. What has changed?
Over the years as I watched my husband use his friends and resources for support for all kinds of challenges he's faced I began to consider that perhaps I wasn't using my saintly resources as much I as could. Sure, I have God's ear, and God will listen, but it couldn't hurt to get some saintly friends to plead my case to Him also. I am careful to be clear that I'm asking my saint friends to ask Jesus to grant my petitions, I'm not asking the saints themselves to move mountains or perform miracles. God alone grants our requests. But the saints can guide us, be our cheerleaders and extra petitioners for us when we need them.
If you go to the Catechism of the Catholic Church you find that the saints are defined as "...models and intercessors.." (CCC 828) I find that asking saints for their help can be very encouraging. When I ask them to intercede for me I begin to notice small, positive changes that help me see how Jesus is really working in our lives. Even when it seems nothing at all is happening, I'm comforted by the fact that the saints are petitioning for me when I'm pooping out. Saints don't get tired, they have enormous faith, and they are eager to help any time of the day or night- what a fantastic support group!
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