Padre Pio Holy Card - St. Pio vintage Prayer Card

Celebrate the legacy of Saint Padre Pio, the beloved Capuchin priest, with this exquisite folded holy card, a source of inspiration and devotion. Meticulously crafted, this card is a spiritual keepsake for anyone devoted to the saint of Pietrelcina.

Front of Card: Features an iconic photograph of Saint Padre Pio, capturing his gentle countenance and warm smile. The card notes his birthplace in Pietrelcina, his service in San Giovanni Rotondo, and his heavenly dates, marking his journey from May 25, 1887, to September 23, 1968, thereby chronicling his sacred timeline.

Back of Card: Presents a detailed chronology of Padre Pio's life and his journey to sainthood, including his birth, priesthood, the miraculous receiving of the stigmata, and his devotion to prayer and service. It highlights significant dates leading to his canonization on June 16, 2002, by Pope John Paul II.

Inside: Prayer Section. Includes a profound prayer dedicated to Padre Pio, inviting his intercession for God's grace and mirroring the humility and suffering of Christ. Accompanied by a chaplet to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, it provides a structured guide for personal reflection and prayer, strengthening one's spiritual connection.

This card is a powerful tool for daily prayer, reflection, and a reminder of Padre Pio’s spiritual guidance. It encourages followers to emulate his devotion and carry his blessings into their everyday lives.

The dimensions of the card are suitable for carrying as a daily companion or placing on an altar. An essential item for those who seek to deepen their faith and find solace in the story of a modern saint.

Origin: Catholic Convent

Size: 4 1/4 x 3 inches

Condition: Vintage Original

This prayer card has been recently touched to the shrine of Saint Pio.

This precious reliquary card contains an ex-indumentis relic with postulator seal to guarantee its authenticity. Ex-indumentis is a small piece of a vestment.

Bring it always with you to implore the favor of Padre Pio.

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The prayers on the holy card are in Italian, and the translations to English are as follows:

Prayer to Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina

O God, who granted Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, Capuchin priest, the great privilege to participate in a marvelous way in the passion of your Son, grant me through his intercession the grace... which I ardently desire; and above all grant me the grace to conform to the death of Jesus, to then attain the glory of the resurrection.

Three Glory Be. The Prayer, Naples, 26th February 2002.

Monsignor, Archbishop of Manfredonia-Vieste.

Chaplet to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

I. - O my Jesus, you have said: "Truly I say to you, ask and it will be given to you, seek and you will find, knock and it will be opened to you." Behold, I knock, I seek, and ask for the grace of... (here mention your request). Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be.

II. - O my Jesus, you have said: "Truly I say to you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, He will give it to you." Behold, in your name, I ask the Father for the grace of... (here mention your request). Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be.

III. - O my Jesus, you have said: "Truly I say to you, heaven and earth will pass away but my words will not pass away." Encouraged by your infallible words, I now ask for the grace of... (here mention your request). Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be.

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, to whom one thing alone is impossible, namely, not to have compassion on the afflicted, have pity on us miserable sinners and grant us the grace which we ask of you, through the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary, your and our tender Mother.

Saint Joseph, foster father of Jesus, pray for us.

N.B. This chaplet is recited daily, with Padre Pio, by all those who recommend themselves to his prayers. The sick, and everyone in the spiritual family of Padre Pio, should unite themselves to this prayer, repeating it often, especially on Fridays.

 

These prayers reflect the devout spirit of Padre Pio's followers, seeking intercession and divine grace through faith and perseverance in prayer.

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Padre Pio captivated the world with his profound spirituality, selfless philanthropy, and impactful sermons. His timeless counsel, "Pray, hope, and don't worry," continues to resonate with people seeking solace and strength.