St. Aloysius Gonzaga gave up a life of nobility and privilege to follow Christ — and in doing so, he placed himself entirely under the mantle of the Blessed Mother. His prayer to Mary is one of tender filial love, the prayer of a young man who understood that the surest path to Jesus runs through the heart of His mother. This card carries that same spirit of consecration and trust.

This St. Aloysius to the Blessed Mother laminated prayer card is a beautiful companion for anyone seeking Mary’s intercession — especially young people, students, and those discerning their vocation.

About This Card

• Durable laminated finish — made to last through daily use
• Gold colour accents with finest detail
• Cardstock — 2.5" × 4.5" (standard prayer card size)
• Classic religious art on the front
• Full prayer on the reverse side
• Available as a single card or in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
• Perfect as a bookmark for your Bible, missal, or devotional book

The Prayer

Prayer of St. Aloysius Gonzaga to the Blessed Virgin Mary

Holy Mary, my Mistress, into thy blessed trust and special keeping, into the bosom of thy mercy, this day, every day of my life, and at the hour of my death, I commend my soul and body to thee. To thee I entrust all my hopes and consolations, all my trials and miseries, my life and the end of my life, that through thy most holy intercession and thy merits, all my actions may be ordered and disposed according to thy will and that of thy divine Son. Amen.

A Mission Close to Our Hearts

ShopCatholic was founded by Shawn Kilgarlin — wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and Life Coach — whose heart for giving is as much a part of this brand as the cards themselves. Every Christmas Eve, Shawn donates thousands of gifts to those in need through Holy Angels. She volunteers at addiction treatment centers, and her children, Loyola University students, and local high school students help make gift bags for families in need. When you purchase a ShopCatholic prayer card, you are participating in that mission. Your purchase helps Shawn continue her work of giving — quietly, faithfully, year after year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was St. Aloysius Gonzaga and why is he beloved?
St. Aloysius Gonzaga (1568–1591) was an Italian Jesuit scholastic who renounced his inheritance as a nobleman to enter religious life. He is the patron saint of youth, students, and those suffering from AIDS and epidemics. He died at just 23 years old while caring for plague victims in Rome. His deep Marian devotion and purity of heart have made him a beloved model for young Catholics seeking to live radically for God.

How do I use this prayer card?
Keep it in your Bible, missal, or prayer journal as a bookmark. Tuck it in your wallet or purse for a quiet moment of prayer during the day. It makes a meaningful gift for students, young adults, First Communicants, or anyone beginning a new chapter of life. These cards are laminated for durability — designed to travel with you wherever God leads.

Can I order these in bulk for a parish, school, or ministry?
Absolutely. Standard packs go up to 100 cards. For larger needs, custom print orders start at a minimum of 1,000 cards, take approximately 5 days, and can be ordered in any quantity. When Pope Francis visited the United States, he ordered 15,000 copies of the "Praying with Five Fingers" card — a testament to the power of the prayer card as a tool of evangelization. Contact us to discuss your custom print order.