In times of unrest, confusion, and spiritual attack, the faithful turn to saints who stood firm against darkness through obedience to Christ. Saint Benedict lived a life marked by withdrawal from the world, choosing silence, discipline, and prayer as his defense against evil. His trust in the power of the Cross was not rooted in fear, but in absolute faith in Christ’s authority.
This prayer calls upon Saint Benedict’s intercession for protection — over hearts, homes, and nations — asking God to remove all that seeks to divide, deceive, or destroy. It is offered for those who feel surrounded by unrest and long for peace grounded in truth, clarity, and unwavering faith.
O glorious St. Benedict,
faithful servant of Christ and powerful intercessor,
we turn to you in this hour of unrest and confusion.By the sign of the Holy Cross,
protect us from all evil that seeks to divide, deceive, and destroy.
Drive far from our homes, our cities, and our nation
every spirit of violence, hatred, falsehood, and despair.Where darkness has taken root, bring the light of Christ.
Where anger has hardened hearts, restore truth and restraint.
Where fear rules, let faith rise.We ask especially for protection over the United States —
over our families, our communities,
our law enforcement, our leaders,
and every soul caught in the crossfire of confusion and sin.St. Benedict, defender against evil,
stand guard over us.
Let no lie take hold,
no violence prevail,
and no hatred have the final word.May the peace of Christ reign in our hearts and in our land.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
