In the run up to Saint Valentine’s Day the pressure is on to find, or at least be seen with, someone special. Chocolates, cards, flowers and gifts fill shops in the weeks preceding the big day. But what do you do if you’re not in a relationship? Well, for generations of singles looking for their soulmate, Saint Raphael, has proved himself to be a powerful spiritual friend. Many have testified that prayers to him have resulted in their finding a life-long partner. Interested?
Who is Saint Raphael?
Archangel and patron saint of “happy encounters” and...
It’s not a question of being better, but just different. It would be wrong to pitch the two saints competitively against each other, but it’s important to celebrate their unique gifts. Saint Valentine, for example, is the patron saint for people who have already found their Mr or Mrs Right; of lovers and fiancés. Meanwhile, Saint Raphael is patron for those who are still looking for a partner and are seeking help. For more on Saint Valentine…
Prayer Campaign
Join our prayer campaign which starts on 14th February; singles are invited to say one of the following prayers for nine consecutive days asking for Saint Raphael’s help. In the Catholic tradition this form of prayer is called a Novena. What is prayer?
“You might be praying for a tall, dark and handsome person to come into your life, or a beautiful brunette, but God may have prepared someone quite different but wonderful for you.”
Mgr Keith Barltrop, Director, Catholic Enquiry Office
How does it work?
There is a powerful link between the earthly and spiritual realms. Asking ‘loved ones who have died, angels and saints, to pray to God for your needs is part of an authentic spiritual life. Many favours have been received through this kind of spiritual activity. More...
Information about angels, how to discover real love and what marriage means...
An unlikely source?
The worldwide head of the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI, has much wisdom to share on the subject of love. In his acclaimed encyclical, Deus Caritas Est, he wrote:
"Today, the term 'love' has become one of the most frequently used and misused of words, a word to which we attach quite different meanings... there is a certain relationship between love and the Divine: love promises infinity, eternity—a reality far greater and totally other than our everyday existence." More...
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