Resources for Rare Disease Day (Feb 28 or 29 each year)
About Rare Disease Day
Prayers of the Faithful - Suicide Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Month. We pray that families and friends experiencing the loss of a loved one by suicide may find healing and comfort, we pray to the Lord. September is Suicide Prevention Month. We pray that those living with a mental illness, depression and suicidal thoughts may find the help and support that they need, we pray to the Lord.
Saint Dymphna and Saint John of God Prayer Cards
Order Saint Dymphna and Saint John of God prayer cards from the Katie Foundation. The first 10 prayer cards that you order are free. These are perfect for any parish, support group, family, or school.
Prayers of the Faithful for Mental Health Awareness
For all persons who face discrimination and stigma due to mental illness, that they will find welcome and inclusion as branches of Jesus’ vine,…Let us pray to the Lord. For all persons -- who themselves or within their families live with mental and emotional crises, that the joy and love of Jesus may bring them comfort,…Let us pray to the Lord.
Autism Appreciation Month
Bulletin Insert: In April, we recognize the gifts of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and show how our faith leads us to create communities where all are welcome. “Respect for persons with disabilities and including them equally in the life of the Church is crucial for our understanding of the human person.”
A Litany to Our Lady, Comforter of the Afflicted for Mental Health Support
While written in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, this prayer is relevant in broader situations. For use in private prayer.
CUSA: Apostolate for Persons with Chronic Illness
CUSA connects people suffering from chronic illness and/or disability – physical or mental – through correspondence (both postal and electronic).CUSA members foster friendship with one another and help one another strive towards discipleship.
Prayers of the Faithful: Autism Month
In order to spread awareness in your parish about Autism Spectrum Disorder during Autism Spectrum Disorder Awareness month in April, choose one of these petitions to say during the Prayers of the Faithful during each weekend Mass for the month of April.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Awareness Prayer
"Grant us, O Lord, the wisdom to see your image reflected in all of our differences..."
Prayers of the Faithful for Mental Illness Awareness Week
For all of God's children who are living with mental illness, we pray to the Lord. For those who are troubled in mind and spirit, we pray to the Lord. For those suffering from mental illness; May they be healed through the mercy of the Holy Spirit, we pray to the Lord.