Prayers to St. Raphael the Archangel

It is described in the scriptures how St. Raphael the Archangel healed Tobias from his blindness and cast the demons from the newlywed, Sarah. St. Raphael is the angel of healing, travelers, medical workers, and newlyweds.

Prayer for Healing

Glorious Archangel St. Raphael, great prince of the heavenly court, you are illustrious for your gifts of wisdom and grace. You are a guide of those who journey by land or sea or air, consoler of the afflicted, and refuge of sinners.

I beg you, assist me in all my needs and in all the sufferings of this life, as once you helped the young Tobias on his travels. Because you are the "medicine of God" I humbly pray you to heal the many infirmities of my soul and the ills that afflict my body. I especially ask of you the favor (here mention your special intention), and the great grace of purity to prepare me to be the temple of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

For the Choice of a Good Spouse

St. Raphael, you were sent by God to guide young Tobiah in choosing a good and virtuous spouse. Please help me in this important choice which will affect my whole future. You not only directed Tobiah in finding a wife, but you also gave him guidelines which should be foremost in every Christian marriage: "Pray together before making important decisions." If through prayer we keep God as the "third Partner" in our marriage, we will have the strength and grace we need to always accept and do His will. Amen.

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St. Raphael Jewelry

Many Catholics wear St. Raphael jewelry when they are praying for a special cause, especially nurses, doctors, newlyweds, and people suffering with illness. Prayers to St. Raphael ask for his intercession and help with these problems and wearing a St. Raphael medal or a St. Raphael pendant offers strength and faith to those who are seeking help.