O great Prince of Heaven, Standard Bearer of the Redeeming Cross, most faithful guardian of the Holy Church, I, … (your name), though most unworthy to appear before you, trusting nevertheless in your special goodness, touched by the excellence of your admirable prayers and the multitude of your benefits, I present myself to you, accompanied by my guardian Angel. And in the presence of all the Angels of Heaven, whom I take as witnesses of my devotion to you, I choose you today as my protector, my special advocate and my guide in the way of salvation.

O you, who are the Guardian of the Church and of souls, I firmly propose to honor you with all my power. Cover the Vicar of Jesus Christ with your shield, protect the holy Church. May your powerful arm triumph at last over Satan and give Almighty God, through His most holy Mother, a decisive victory over the forces of hell. Establish the reign of God on earth, so that all men may live happily in peace and service of God.

Assist me throughout my life, that I may never offend the most pure eyes of God, either in works, words or thoughts. Defend me against all the temptations of the devil, and at the hour of death, obtain peace for my soul and introduce it into the eternal Homeland of Infinite Love, to glorify the adorable Holy Trinity. Amen.