Memorare
The Memorare with a Catholic reflection on confidence in Our Lady's intercession and help in urgent need.
The Memorare is a short and trusted Marian prayer for times when someone needs help quickly and does not know what else to say. It is often prayed in distress, uncertainty, or deep need.
Prayer
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,
O Virgin of virgins, my Mother.
To thee do I come, before thee I stand,
sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen.
Reflection
The Memorare expresses confidence, not presumption. Catholics pray it because Mary always leads the needy toward the mercy of Christ.