St. Chavara: Prayers for Intercession and Spiritual Support

Title of the Book: St. Chavara: Prayers for Intercession and Spiritual Support Authors: Surjit Singha, PhD, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Commerce, Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. ORCID iD: 0000-0002-5730-8677 Ranjit Singha, PhD Research Fellow, Dept. of Psychology, Christ University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. ORCID iD: 0000-0002-3541-8752 Volume: 1, Language: English Paperback: ISBN- 978-93-91413-76-7 Date of Publication: 26 June 2023 Hardcover: ISBN- 978-93-91413-78-1 Date of Publication: 26 June 2023 E-Book: ISBN- 978-93-91413-77-4 Date of Publication: 26 June 2023 Volume: 1, Language: English Publisher: The Native Tribe DOI: https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/FZ34Y https://www.thenativetribe.org/book/saint/chavara/v1 A NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER: The Native Tribe believes in exploring topics that will benefit society at large. St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara (1805-1871) was a prominent Indian Catholic priest and social reformer. He was the co-founder of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), a religious congregation that focused on educational, charitable, and social welfare activities. St. Chavara played a pivotal role in the establishment of numerous schools, orphanages, and monasteries across Kerala, India. He emphasized the importance of education, especially for girls and marginalized communities. Known for his humility, devotion, and dedication to the welfare of society, St. Chavara continues to be revered as a visionary leader and a patron saint in Kerala and beyond. The Book highlights the significance of St. Chavara in the Catholic tradition. The book includes insights and information about St. Chavara's life, virtues, and contributions to the Catholic Church and society. Readers can gain a deeper understanding of St. Chavara's legacy and be inspired by his example. It offers prayers that invoke St. Chavara's intercession, helping readers deepen their spiritual connection with him; through these prayers, readers may seek spiritual support and guidance in their personal lives. The book provides prayers for intercession in various aspects of life, such as health, relationships, and work. Readers can turn to these prayers to seek St. Chavara's intercession in specific areas where they need support or intervention. The book offers prayers that can bring solace and comfort during distress or grief. Readers can find consolation through St. Chavara's intercession and spiritual support in difficult moments. It provides prayers that reflect St. Chavara's teachings and serve as guidance for Christian living. Readers can draw inspiration from St. Chavara's life and the prayers offered in the book to deepen their faith and live a more virtuous life. We encourage readers to explore the book for spiritual support, intercession, and guidance in their lives. The Native Tribe is recognized by United Nations (UN) as SDG Publishers Compact Member in Asia and the Pacific Region. SPECIAL DISCLAIMER: The authors of this publication are neither theologians nor theology specialists. They have written this book Based on their comprehension and interpretation of Catholic traditions and devotion. The authors have limited scholarly understanding of the Bible or other religious texts. For a comprehensive awareness of Catholic teachings, liturgies, and practices, it is recommended that readers exercise their judgement and seek counsel from qualified theologians or religious authorities. The authors intend to provide a resource that may inspire and aid individuals in their personal devotional life. Still, it should not be considered authoritative or definitive in matters of faith and religious practice.