On the anniversary of a priest’s ordination, his parish or friends can pray: “Lord Jesus, thank you for calling Father [name] and keeping him faithful for [number] years. Renew in him the grace of his ordination, give him health and joy in his work, and bless the people he serves. Amen.” A prayer of thanksgiving for a priest’s anniversary This longer prayer can be read at the anniversary Mass, at a parish dinner or in a card. Almighty God, [number]…

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