Dear St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, patron saint of those who are enduring grief, and of the great Catholic educational system in America, hear the words of my heart as I pray for (offer your intentions). Please ask Jesus to soothe the wounds of those who grieve the loss of a loved one as you did while you were on earth. And please bend low to bless the teachers and students in our Catholic schools in these troubled times. May there be many who will reach out to help our schools financially, and may our government look kindly on our teachers and parents who offer great sacrifices to keep our schools open that many children may come to know the love of God and His teachings. We ask all this of Our Lord, Jesus Christ, through your intercession, dear St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Amen.