- Description
The Prayer to St. Jerome is a meaningful Catholic devotion honoring the great Scripture scholar, translator, and Doctor of the Church who devoted his life to understanding and preserving the Word of God.
This beautifully laminated St. Jerome Kilgarlin Prayer Card features classic sacred artwork of St. Jerome on the front and the full prayer on the back. Gold-color accents, ornate borders, and fine detailing give the card a traditional Catholic devotional appearance.
Compact and easy to carry, this St. Jerome prayer card fits neatly in a wallet, Bible, missal, prayer book, purse, or pocket. It is especially meaningful for Scripture study, personal devotion, teachers, students, clergy, catechists, parish handouts, and thoughtful Catholic gifts.
Card Details
Beautifully laminated with gold-color accents and fine detail
Classic sacred artwork of St. Jerome on the front
Full Prayer to St. Jerome printed on the back
2.5" × 4.5" standard prayer card size
Useful as a bookmark for your Bible, missal, or devotional book
Meaningful Catholic gift for Scripture readers, students, teachers, and clergy
Ideal for church handouts, retreats, schools, Bible studies, and prayer groups
Available in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
Prayer to Saint Jerome
Master of Christian spiritual life
and founder of monasteries,
you had a deep love for
God's Inspired Word,
and were a most careful translator
of the Sacred Scriptures.
Your perseverance in seeking
God's glory is a perfect model for
all interpreters of the Holy Texts.
Inspire them with respect for
the Sacred Writings as well as
for Tradition and the Church's
Magisterium. Help them to impart
to all the true meaning of the
Word of God.
Amen.
St. Jerome
St. Jerome is one of the great Doctors of the Church and is especially known for his scholarship, his love of Sacred Scripture, and his work translating the Bible into Latin.
This prayer reflects his devotion to the Word of God and asks for wisdom, reverence, and fidelity for all who study, interpret, and teach Sacred Scripture.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who was St. Jerome?
St. Jerome was a priest, monk, biblical scholar, and Doctor of the Church. In particular, Catholics remember him for his deep study of Sacred Scripture.
For example, his life reflected:
- Love for Sacred Scripture
- Biblical scholarship
- Prayer
- Catholic teaching
- Study and learning
- Faith in Jesus Christ
- Service to the Church
In addition, St. Jerome devoted much of his life to studying and translating the Bible. Most notably, he played a major role in producing the Latin biblical translation known as the Vulgate.
Therefore, his work greatly influenced Catholic biblical study. Moreover, his example encourages Catholics to read and understand Scripture more deeply.
Ultimately, St. Jerome reminds the faithful to grow closer to Christ through prayer and Sacred Scripture.
What is this prayer asking for?
The prayer asks for St. Jerome’s intercession for those who study Sacred Scripture.
In particular, it asks for wisdom when reading and interpreting the Bible.
In addition, the prayer encourages respect for Sacred Scripture and Catholic Tradition.
Moreover, it asks readers to remain faithful to the Church’s Magisterium.
Likewise, the prayer encourages deeper understanding of God’s Word.
Therefore, it can be especially meaningful for students, teachers, and Scripture readers.
As a result, the prayer encourages faithful study of the Bible within the Catholic faith.
Ultimately, it asks for guidance in understanding Scripture and growing closer to Christ.
What is shown on the front of the prayer card?
The front features traditional sacred artwork of St. Jerome in prayer and study, framed by an ornate gold-accented devotional border.
Can I order St. Jerome prayer cards in bulk?
Yes. The card is available in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100, making it suitable for parishes, schools, Bible studies, retreats, seminaries, and church handouts.
A Mission Behind Every Card
Every ShopCatholic purchase helps support a mission centered on faith, service, and giving.
ShopCatholic was founded by Shawn Kilgarlin, a wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and life coach. Her mission extends beyond creating meaningful Catholic products.
Each Christmas Eve, Shawn donates gifts to people in need through Holy Angels. She also volunteers at addiction treatment centers and provides support through grounding boxes and group classes.
Her family and local students also help prepare gift bags for families in need. These efforts are funded personally by Shawn.
When you purchase a Kilgarlin prayer card, you become part of that mission.