Saint Sharbel: Saint Brother Ada

Saint Sharbel Makhlouf was a Lebanese monk who lived in the 19th century. He is known for his extraordinary holiness and intercession, and has been credited with numerous miracles.

Sharbel was born in Bekaa Kafra, Lebanon, in 1828. He was the fifth of six children born to poor farmers. From a young age, Sharbel showed signs of great piety and devotion. He would often spend his days in prayer and meditation, and he had a deep love for the Eucharist.

At the age of 23, Sharbel entered the Lebanese Maronite Free Download. He spent the next 23 years living in the monastery of St. Maron in Annaya. During this time, he became known for his humility, obedience, and charity. He was also a gifted spiritual director, and many people sought his advice and guidance.

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In 1875, Sharbel was ordained a priest. He served as pastor of the parish of Bikfaya for seven years. During this time, he continued to live a life of great holiness and simplicity. He was known for his tireless work among the poor and sick, and he was always available to help those in need.

In 1884, Sharbel retired to the hermitage of St. Peter and Paul in Annaya. He spent the rest of his life living in solitude and prayer. He died on December 24, 1898, at the age of 70.

Sharbel was canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1977. He is one of the most popular saints in the Catholic Church, and his intercession is sought by people all over the world.

Sharbel is known for his miracles, especially those involving healing. He has been credited with curing people of cancer, blindness, paralysis, and other serious illnesses. He is also known for his intercession in cases of financial difficulty and marital problems.

Sharbel's life is a testament to the power of God's grace. He was a simple man who lived a life of extraordinary holiness. He is a model for all Christians, and his intercession can help us to grow in faith and love.

Saint Sharbel has been credited with numerous miracles, both during his life and after his death. Here are a few of the most well-known:

• In 1875, Sharbel cured a young woman of cancer. The woman had been given up for dead by doctors, but Sharbel prayed over her and she was miraculously healed.
• In 1883, Sharbel cured a man of blindness. The man had been blind for several years, but after praying to Sharbel, his sight was restored.
• In 1898, Sharbel cured a woman of paralysis. The woman had been paralyzed for several years, but after praying to Sharbel, she was able to walk again.
• In 1950, Sharbel cured a man of a deadly disease. The man had been diagnosed with a terminal illness, but after praying to Sharbel, he was miraculously healed.

These are just a few of the many miracles that have been attributed to Saint Sharbel. He is a powerful intercessor, and his help is available to all who ask for it.

O Saint Sharbel, who lived a life of holiness and humility, and who is now glorified in heaven, I come to you with confidence, asking for your intercession.

I am in need of your help. I ask you to pray for me to God, that He may grant me the graces I need to overcome my difficulties and to live a life of virtue.

I also ask you to pray for me that I may be healed of my illnesses, both physical and spiritual. I know that you are a powerful intercessor, and I trust in your ability to help me.

Saint Sharbel, pray for me. Amen.

A novena is a nine-day prayer devotion to a particular saint. It is a powerful way to ask for the saint's intercession in a particular matter.

Here is a novena to Saint Sharbel:

Day 1:O Saint Sharbel, I come to you with confidence, asking for your intercession. I am in need of your help. I ask you to pray for me to God, that He may grant me the graces I need to overcome my difficulties and to live a life of virtue.

Day 2:O Saint Sharbel, you were a model of humility and obedience. Pray for me that I may learn to be more humble and obedient in my own life.

Day 3:O Saint Sharbel, you were a man of great charity. Pray for me that I may learn to be more charitable to others.

Day 4:O Saint Sharbel, you were a powerful intercessor. Pray for me that my prayers may be heard and answered.

Day 5:O Saint Sharbel, you are now glorified in heaven. Pray for me that I may one day join you in heaven.

Day 6:O Saint Sharbel, I ask you to pray for me in my particular need. (State your need here.)

Day 7:O Saint Sharbel, I trust in your powerful intercession. I know that you can help me.

Day 8:O Saint Sharbel, I am grateful for your help. I know that you will never abandon me.

Day 9:O Saint Sharbel, thank you for your intercession. I know that my prayers have been heard.

Amen.

Saint Sharbel is a powerful intercessor, and his help is available to all who ask for it. If you are in need of help, I encourage you to pray to Saint Sharbel. He will not disappoint you.

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