And that is NOT the way Jesus taught us how to pray. Since it is your salvation that is at risk, and since the scriptures tell us to workout our salvation with fear and trembling, it is your choice. Add to the scriptures as much as you want. Follow all of the traditions of man that you want. Just don't expect others to follow you (or the Catholic Church) as long as you are NOT following the teachings of Jesus.
Wow... praying to someone besides God...
just like those folks praying to Obama.