Prayers

O Loving and Merciful Mother, Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, we come before you with humble

hearts, grateful for your constant intercession and protection. You responded to God’s call to be the

Mother of the Prince of Peace, as the prophet Isaiah proclaimed: “For a child is born to us, a son is given to

us; upon his shoulder dominion rests. They name him Wonder-Counselor, God-Hero, Father-Forever, Prince of

Peace” (Isaiah 9:6).

Just as you peacefully guided Juan Niño de Tabora on his way to our country to be the Governor General, we ask for your guidance and protection over our nation’s leaders and citizens as we navigate

the territorial tensions in the West Philippine Sea. May they find the wisdom and courage to seek

peaceful solutions.

When the Chinese rebels desecrated your image and attempted to burn you, they failed. They attacked

you with spears, leaving marks on your beautiful face. Despite this violence, your presence remained

a sign of hope and resilience. We pray that, like you, we may remain steadfast and unyielding in our

pursuit of peace, even in the face of aggression.

When a Dutch fleet attacked the Port of San Felipe in Cavite, your miraculous intercession was credited

for the significant losses suffered by the enemy, leading to their retreat. We ask for your protection now

as tensions rise in our seas. May you shield our country and bring about a peaceful resolution.

As you accompanied the galleons on their voyages, ensuring their safe passage across treacherous

waters, we pray that you accompany our nation through these turbulent times. May your Son grant us

safe passage toward peace and agreement.

During World War II, you were evacuated with the Antipoleños through a miraculous flight to

Colaique. Just as you protected your people then, protect now the Pueblo Amante de Maria from the

threats of conflict and war.

Today, as we face new challenges and threats in the West Philippine Sea, we ask for your powerful

intercession. Your Beloved Son said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God”

(Matthew 5:9). Grant us peace in our hearts, wisdom for our leaders, and protection for our nation.

Virgin of Antipolo, we beseech you now to extend your mantle of protection over the West Philippine

Sea. May your intercession bring a just and lasting peace to our region, calming the tensions and

fostering harmony among nations. Guide our leaders with wisdom and prudence and protect all who

navigate these turbulent waters. May we always find refuge in your Immaculate Heart and the peace

that comes from your Son, Jesus Christ, who reigns forever and ever. Amen.

Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, Mother of the Filipino People, pray for us!