As 2025 draws to a close, we look back with gratitude for the blessings, the lessons, and the people who have walked with us. Every joy, every trial, every encounter has been a gift from God, shaping us and strengthening our faith.
As we step into 2026, let us place our confidence in Him, trusting His guidance, embracing His love, and allowing His Spirit to lead us to live with courage, generosity, and hope.
So we pray:
Heavenly Father,
we lift our hearts in gratitude
for the countless graces You have poured into our lives
throughout the year 2025.
Thank You for Your constant presence
in moments of joy and in times of trial,
for blessings seen and unseen,
and for the ways You have quietly guided us each day.
We are especially grateful for the people we have encountered—
their presence, support, and love
have been instruments of Your grace in our lives.
We also thank You for the challenges we have faced.
Though difficult, they have relined our hearts,
expanded our understanding, deepened our faith,
and strengthened our trust in Your loving will.
Through these trials, You have taught us
patience, humility, compassion, and enduring hope.
As we step into the year 2026,
we ask for the gift of strength—
not only to endure,
but to thrive according to Your purpose.
Send Your Spirit to grant us wisdom to discern what truly matters,
courage to respond faithfully to Your call,
and generosity to place our gifts at the service of others.
May our lives reflect Your love,
especially to those who are weary, forgotten, or in need.
Entrust us, O Lord, to the care of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
that we may learn to say “yes” to Your will as she did.
May all that we do in the coming year give glory to You
and contribute to the building of Your Kingdom.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Our Lady of Guadalupe de Cebu, pray for us.
San Pedro Calungsod, pray for us.
Senor Sto. Nino de Cebu, have mercy on us.