Prayer Request

A reader writes:

I have to confess, I’m sometimes annoyed by the long prayer requests in you blog, although I usually take a moment to send up a quick prayer as I glance over them. Now, however, my family is in great need of prayer and I would be very grateful if you could add my request. My wife was just admitted to the hospital due to a complete psychotic break. She is completely out of touch with reality, is violent, and the doctors don’t have any idea what is causing this. Please ask your readers to pray for her. I have been seeking the intercession of St. Dymphna, patroness of mental illness.

Father, we ask that you would come swiftly to her aid and heal her in body, mind, and spirit. Empower her guardian angel to fight for her and give her caregivers wisdom, compassion and skill. Grant your peace, consolation, and strength to her husband. Mother Mary and St. Dymphna, pray for her and all who love her.