Novena Prayer for the May 11 Election in the Philippines

 

God and Father of us all,
Once again, You give our country another opportunity
for meaningful change.
Once again, You entrust to our people the decision to choose  our leaders.

As the Election in our countrey approaches,
We beg You to guide our people in all their decisions and actions.
Help all of us to discover Your Holy Will not only for ourselves
but for the good of our whole country.

We pray that our voters will freely and wisely choose the candidates
who will lead our country not only in the path of development
but also in the path of righteousness.

We pray that all candidates may learn to respect each other
And respect each voter's freedom to choose.

We pray that all those who have been entrusted with the duty
to assist in the elections
may perform their task conscientiously and honestly.

We pray that our people may have the unity and courage
to guard against any evil intention in the election.

Help all of us to acknowledge that You alone
are our true Leader and King, who always watch over our well-being.
In the past, you have mysteriously but wonderfully
led our country to the right path.
May we fully place our trust in Your great love and mercy.

We ask all of these,
united with the prayers of our Blessed Mother and all your saints,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.  Amen.