Memorare: Prayer to the Virgin Mary in Urgent Need

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

Mary, I am coming to you the way a child runs to its mother when something has gone badly wrong. I am not coming because I have earned your help. I am coming because you have never refused anyone, and I am trusting that you will not start with me.

You know what I am carrying today. You know the need I cannot fix, the person I cannot reach, the fear I cannot shake. I lay it at your feet. Take it to your Son. He listened to you at Cana when the wine ran out; I believe He listens to you still.

I do not know how this will be answered. I only know that I will not be left unaided, because you have promised. Hold my hand until the answer comes, and whatever it is, help me to see Jesus in it. Amen.