Saint Alexius, patron saint of pilgrims, the homeless, the Alexian Brothers, and an exemplary Christian. We come before you with gratitude, asking for your intercession during this relaxing weekend. Please accompany us so that we may find the physical and spiritual renewal we need. Help us to be filled with love and peace during the weekend, so that we may let go of the tensions of the week and find tranquility. Give us the strength to enjoy the beautiful moments and appreciate the company of our family and friends. Be with us so that the joy and peace we experience this weekend will accompany us throughout the coming week. Teach us that rest is also part of life and that we should always seek Your presence, which refreshes and strengthens us. Bless us with Your love and grace so that we may live happily on the weekend and in our daily lives. Amen.