St. John of the Cross Kilgarlin Laminated Prayer Card
- Description
The St. John of the Cross Kilgarlin Laminated Prayer Card is a meaningful Catholic devotional honoring St. John of the Cross and his witness of deep love, discipline, and faithful union with God.
This beautifully laminated St. John of the Cross Prayer Card features classic sacred artwork of the saint 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 prayer card fits neatly in a wallet, Bible, missal, prayer book, purse, or pocket. It is especially meaningful for personal prayer, contemplative devotion, retreats, parish handouts, Catholic schools, and anyone seeking deeper love and spiritual discipline.
Card Details
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Beautifully laminated with gold-color accents and fine detail
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Classic sacred artwork of St. John of the Cross on the front
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Full St. John of the Cross prayer printed on the back
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Cardstock size: 2.5" × 4.5"
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Useful as a bookmark for your Bible or devotional book
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Perfect Catholic gift and church service handout
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Ideal for retreats, contemplative prayer, faith formation, and parish use
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Available in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
Prayer
St. John of the Cross Prayer
O God,
by whose grace Your servant
John of the Cross,
kindled with the flame of Your
love, became a burning
and a shining light in Your
Church:
Grant that we also may be aflame
with the spirit of love and
discipline, and walk before You
as children of light;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with You,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and forever.
Amen.
About the Devotion
Why Pray with St. John of the Cross?
This prayer honors St. John of the Cross as a burning and shining light in the Church, formed by the flame of God’s love.
It asks that we too may be filled with love and discipline and walk as children of light, making this card especially suitable for contemplative prayer, retreats, spiritual formation, and anyone seeking a deeper life with God.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the St. John of the Cross prayer about?
The St. John of the Cross prayer asks for God’s grace to grow in love and faith.
In particular, the prayer focuses on:
- Growing in love for God
- Practicing spiritual discipline
- Following St. John of the Cross’s example
- Living faithfully before God
- Walking as children of light
- Growing in holiness
In addition, the prayer asks that our hearts become filled with love for God.
Moreover, it encourages discipline in the spiritual life.
Likewise, St. John’s example reminds Catholics to remain faithful during difficulties.
For example, the prayer can support personal reflection and daily devotion.
Therefore, it encourages Catholics to seek a deeper relationship with God.
As a result, the faithful can grow in both love and spiritual discipline.
Ultimately, the prayer asks for grace to walk faithfully before God as children of light.
Who is this prayer card suitable for?
It is especially suitable for personal prayer, retreats, contemplative communities, spiritual directors, seminarians, religious formation, and parish devotion.
What is shown on the front of the prayer card?
The front features traditional sacred artwork of St. John of the Cross in Carmelite habit, framed by an ornate gold-accented devotional border.
Can I order St. John of the Cross prayer cards in bulk?
Yes. The card is available in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100, making it suitable for parishes, retreats, schools, ministries, prayer groups, and church handouts.
More Than a Prayer Card
A Mission Behind Every Card
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ShopCatholic was founded by Shawn Kilgarlin, a wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and life coach. Her work 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 offers grounding boxes and group classes.
Her family and local students help prepare gift bags for families in need, continuing a mission of service through every order placed.
When you purchase a Kilgarlin prayer card, you become part of that mission.