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Jesus Caritas Church
Pilgrims of Hope 2025

Set of Prayers

Readings of the day

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The Jubilee Prayer

refer to the back page of the Passport

Chaplet of the Sacred Heart or Divine Mercy

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Litany of the Saints / Blessed Sacrament

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Way of the Cross

During lent – at the church compound

General Prayers

Prayer for Guidance

“Lord, as I embark on this pilgrimage, guide my steps and open my heart. Help me to see your presence in every moment and to draw closer to you through this journey. May I be filled with peace and clarity as I seek your will in my life.”

 

Prayer of Gratitude

“Heavenly Father, I thank you for the opportunity to embark on this pilgrimage. I am grateful for the gift of faith and for the ability to seek you in this sacred space. Please help me to appreciate your blessings and to carry a spirit of gratitude in my heart.”

 

Prayer for Healing

“God of mercy, I bring before you my wounds and the burdens I carry. I ask for your healing touch in my life and in the lives of those I love. May this pilgrimage lead me to a deeper understanding of your love and a renewed spirit of hope.”

 

Prayer for Forgiveness

“Lord, I ask for the grace to forgive those who have wronged me and to seek forgiveness for my own shortcomings. Help me to release any anger or resentment I may hold. Let me be an instrument of your peace and love in the world.”

 

Prayers for Others

“Loving God, I lift up to you my family, friends, and all those who are in need of your grace. May they feel your presence and find comfort in their struggles. I ask that you bless them and guide them on their own journeys.”

 

 

Prayer for the Departed

“Eternal Father, I pray for the souls of those who have passed before me. May they find eternal rest in your loving arms. I ask that you bring comfort to their loved ones and remind us of the hope we have in you.”

 

Prayers for Personal Reflection

“Lord, as I walk this pilgrimage, help me to reflect on my life and my relationship with you. Show me the areas where I need to grow and the ways I can better serve you and others. Keep my heart open to your guidance.”

 

Meditation on Scripture

“God, as I meditate on your Word, may it speak to me in new and profound ways. Help me to internalize the lessons you wish to teach me and to apply them in my daily life. May your scriptures be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.”

 

Closing Prayers

Prayer of Commitment

“Heavenly Father, I dedicate this pilgrimage to you. I commit to growing in faith and love through this journey. May every step bring me closer to you and to the person you have called me to be.”

 

Final Blessing

Lord, I thank you for the grace of this pilgrimage. As I prepare to return to my daily life, may I carry the wisdom and love I have encountered here. Bless my journey ahead, and help me to be a bearer of your light in the world.

Attendance Policy​

  1. Regular weekly attendance at all class sessions is expected. It should be the norm for all catechism learners to attend more than 80% of classes, failing which the student may be retained in the level or forgo receiving the Sacrament for the given year at the discretion of the church Priests/Catechism Ministry.
  2. Parents are to notify the catechist by phone or email if their child will be absent, stating the reason for the absence.
  3. Understand that irregular attendance at Mass may lead to the child not receiving the sacrament for the given year to ensure more faith guidance and commitment is instilled.

Parents' Guidelines:​

The Church recognizes that parents have the primary responsibility for educating their children in the faith. Parents should assist their children in their learning, teach them how to pray, and review any homework. In addition, parents are asked to:

  1. Ensure children are on time for class.
  2. Communicate any concerns to the contacts listed on the website or to the class catechists. Parents are expected to maintain a respectful and courteous attitude towards catechists, other parents, and children at all times. This includes verbal communications in parents chat groups, private messages to catechists, and non-verbal interactions.
  3. Serve as role models and ensure their children attend Mass weekly, including on obligatory days, and go for confessions (at least once a year for children who have received First Holy Communion).
  4. For younger children up to level 2, parents are encouraged to physically pick up their children after class (preferably from the classrooms).
  5. Encourage children to participate in the spiritual camp, outreach, or day trip meant for spiritual formation.
  6. Encourage their children to follow the safe environment guidelines at all times while on the premises of Jesus Caritas and nurture them to take care of the church facilities, assets, and cleanliness.
  7. Pay attention to and share with the children information and matters shared by our Catechists periodically through the parents’ chat groups.
  8. Encourage children to take part in BEC and catechist-initiated Mass animation (e.g., doing readings, hospitality ministry, offertory, and reciting the Rosary before Mass).
  9. Attend the Parent-Catechist meet and take keen interest in the child’s faith formation and behavior in general.
  10. Ensure that each child possesses a Catholic Bible, makes reference to it regularly, and brings it to catechism classes.
  11. In the event one of the parent is a non-Catholic, we encourage a signed parental consent letter to be given to the Catechetical Ministry to allow the child to attend catechism classes.
  12. Ensure children bring their Bible, Catechism book, notebook, writing materials (pens, pencils), and water bottle as required for classes.