Prayer Of Pope Pius Xii To Mary, Queen

From the depths of this world filled with sorrow, where struggling humanity treads heavily through trials, amidst the storms of our existence tossed by the winds of desire, we lift our gaze to you, O beloved Mother Mary. We seek solace in reflecting upon your splendor and honor you as the Queen of heaven and earth, Queen of all people. We take legitimate pride in proclaiming your queenship and recognize it as befitting your sovereign greatness, O beloved one, true mother of Him who is King by right, by inheritance, and through triumph. Reign, O Mother and Queen, by guiding us along the pathway of holiness, lending your support that we may steadfastly remain upon it. In the heights of heaven, you hold your place above the angelic choirs who exalt you as their ruler and among the saints who rejoice in your radiant beauty. Likewise, reign over humanity, particularly by leading to faith those who have yet to recognize your Divine Son. Reign over the Church, which acknowledges your gentle authority, turning to you as a haven amid the trials of our time. Reign especially over the suffering Church, providing strength to endure hardship, constancy against unjust pressures, wisdom to avoid the traps of the enemy, courage to withstand direct assaults, and an unwavering faithfulness to your kingdom. Reign over the thoughts of people, that they may pursue only the truth; over their desires, that they may choose only the good; over their hearts, that they may cherish nothing but what you love. Reign over individuals and families, extending to societies and nations; over the powerful gatherings, the wise counsels, and the humble aspirations of the lowly. Reign in the streets and squares, in the cities and villages, in the hills and valleys, across the land, in the air and on the sea; and hear the heartfelt prayers of those who acknowledge that your reign is one of mercy, wherein every request is granted, every sorrow alleviated, every misfortune eased, every ailment mended. Through the motion of your gentle hands, new life arises from the very clutches of death. We ask that all those around the world who now call out to you as Queen and Lady may, in the fullness of time, enjoy your kingdom in the presence of your Divine Son, who, along with the Father and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns forever and ever.Amen.