Saint Alexius, man of God and service, we turn to you in humility and faith to pray for our Alexian Brothers all over the world. We ask your blessing to accompany them as they faithfully serve their mission to help those in need, continuing in this sacred task for 800 years. Help them always to follow your example, keeping in their hearts the flame of charity and love for the elderly, the poor and the suffering. Fill them with courage and perseverance, so that they may not be discouraged, but may ceaselessly seek out those who need your support and hope. Please watch over them and give them wisdom so that all their decisions may be made in a spirit of love and service. Strengthen them in faith so that they may experience your presence in their daily lives. Amen.

Photo: the original of a work depicting an episode in the life of Saint Alexius decorates the Saint Elizabeth Elderly Home of the Alexian Mission in Hungary.