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Novena for April

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Saint Catherine of Siena

1347 – 1380

Action and activism are the essence of Saint Catherine of Siena. Passionately devoted to the salvation of mankind, she left an astounding legacy of four hundred written letters and a devotional Dialogue that are considered great classics in literature. She is credited with influencing the return of the papacy to Rome from Avignon, and for this reason she is the patroness of Italy. Known for her incredible charm, she horrified her wealthy parents by her willingness to express her devotion to Christ through corporal humiliations and long periods of fasting. Counselor and advisor to those in power, it was said that she perfected the art of kissing the Pope’s feet while simultaneously twisting his arm. Saint Catherine struggled against great odds to keep the Catholic Church united. Her novena is a call to faith in troubled times. She is invoked to engender the strength and faith for action in times when action is needed, both political and spiritual.

 

Novena to Saint Catherine of Siena

Heavenly Father, your glory is in your saints.

We praise your glory in the life of the admirable Saint Catherine of Siena, virgin and doctor of the church.

Her whole life was a noble sacrifice inspired by an ardent love of Jesus, your unblemished lamb.

In troubled times she strenuously upheld the rights of his beloved spouse, the church.

Father, honor her merits and hear her prayers for each of us.

Help us to pass unscathed through the corruption of this world.

Help us always to see in the Vicar of Christ an anchor in the storms of life and a beacon of light to the harbor of your love,

in this dark night of your times and men’s souls.

Grant also to each of us our special petiton.

We ask this through Jesus, your Son, in the bond of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

(Pause to pray for your intentions).

Saint Catherine of Siena, pray for us.

Say this novena nine times in a row for nine days in a row.

Saint Catherine of Siena is the patron saint of: Fire Protection, italy, Nursing Services, Activism

Her Feast Day is April 29

Excerpted from the book ‘Novena’ by Barbara Calamari and Sandra DiPasqua

 

 

 

 

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Saint Joseph 

First Century

 A poor carpenter and a direct descendant of the house of David, Saint Joseph was selected by God from all the men in the world to be the earthly father of Jesus Christ, an average person exalted to he highest level of respect and achievement. He readily accepted this and other directives for God and never shirked his responsibilty to his family. Thus, Joseph epitomizes the role of father-protector. Many of the greatest saints have called on Joseph for protection. His novena is considered to be powerful, one that can be invoed for any trouble. Saint Teresa of Avila said, “I don’t recall up to this day ever having petitioned him for anything that he fails to grant. It is an amzing thing, the great many favors God has granted me through the meditation of this blessed saint.” In Italy, where his feast is a major religious holiday, Saint Joseph is believed to have the power to break all natural law. It is said that since Jesus always obeyed Joseph when he was his father on earth, Joseph is accorded the same power in heaven.

 Novena to Saint Joseph

 O glorious Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, to you we raise our hearts and hands to ask your powerful intercession in obtaining from the compassionate heart of Jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace for which we now ask.

(Mention your request here).

O guardian of the Word Incarnate, we feel animated with confidence that your prayers for us will be graciously heard at the throne of God.

(The following is to be said seven times in honor of the seven joys and seven sorrows of Saint Joseph).

O glorious Saint Joseph, through the love you bear for Jesus Christ, and for the glory f his name, hear our prayers and grant our petitions.

 This novena can be practiced at any time of year. It is particularly effective if done for the seven Sundays prior to the feast of Saint Joesph in honor of his seven sorrows and seven joys.

 

Say this novena nine times in a row for nine days in a row.

 Feast Day: March 19

 Saint Joseph is the patron of: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Mexico, Peru, Vietnam, Carpenters, fathers

 Invoked: against doubt, for the sale of a house, to find work

 

 

Above two novenas from “Novena: The Power of Prayer”

By Barbara Calamari and Sandra DiPasqua

 

 

Novena for February

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Saint Agatha

Feast Day: February 5

So Fierce are the powers attributed to Saint Agatha, it is said that even pagans and Jews flocked to pay homage to her soon after her death. Martyred in AD 251, Saint Agatha is credited with keeping the fires of Mount Etna from erupting and engulfing her home city of Catania in Italy. Millions of people still parade in her honor on her feast day. God’s reaction to her martyrdom was great and instantaneous: as she was being tortured a major earthquake erupted. Her crypt bears the inscription: “Do not offend Agatha’s nation, because she will avenge all offenses.”

Saint Agatha’s Novena Prayer

O Saint Agatha, who withstood the unwelcome advances from unwanted suitors, and suffered pain and torture for your devotion to Our Lord, we celebrate your faith, dignity, and martyrdom.

Protect us against rape and other violations, Guard us against breast cancer and other afflictions of women, and inspire us to over come adversity.

O Saint Agatha, virgin and martyr, mercifully grant that we who venerate your sacrifice may receive your intercession. Amen

(Mention your request)

Say this novena nine times in a row for nine days in a row.

Saint Agatha is invoked against: Breast Disease, Volcanic Eruptions

She is the patron saint of Bell Founders
 

Edited excerpt from “Novena: The Power of Prayer”
by Barbara Calamari and Sandra DiPasqua

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Fever / Genevieve, 422–500, Feast Day: January 3

 
This young mystic saved the city of Paris from starvation after an invasion by the Franks. She was so respected by the conquering forces that she converted the king. She later repelled an invasion by Attila the Hun with the power of her prayer. When an unstoppable plague of fever killed many in the city in 1129, a parade of her relics through the streets was credited with ending it.

religious_cards-00143 Paris; the Women’s Army Corps; chandlers, shepherds, shepherdesses

Invoked: against plague, leprosy; for an end
to excessive rain, the
healing of kings

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Appeal to the Infant of Prague in times of desperation, to stop an epidemic or for abundance
Few novenas promise the instantaneous results of those to the Infant of Prague. It necessitates a suspension of all doubt as it is completed in one day over a nine-hour time span. Perhaps the most invoked aspect of Christ in the world, this novena promises that anything is possible for those who believe. Christ is presented as both a kindly child and a king. The Infant of Prague is a statue of the child Jesus dressed in actual clothing. Instead of the modest garments of a poor child, he is wearing the sumptuous gown of royalty. Because the Infant of Prague looks like a little doll, we are welcome to approach him with the open faith of a child. Reflecting the faith of Jesus, the novena requires an intensity of devotion. Many people have a version of this statue in their homes, as it is said to guarantee abundance. This novena, frequently utilized by those in financial difficulties, can be said during any desperate situation.
POWERFUL NOVENA IN TIMES OF DISTRESS TO THE INFANT OF PRAGUE
Divine Infant of Prague, dearest Jesus, you who so lovingly said,
“Ask and it shall be given you; seek and you shall find;
knock and it shall be opened to you,” have mercy on me now,
and through the intercession of our most holy Mother,
I humbly ask you to grant me the grace I need.
(Mention your request)
Divine Infant of Prague, dearest Jesus, you who so compassionately taught,
“If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes,”
have pity on me now. I do believe; help me.
Increase my weak faith through the Blessed Mother’s intercession.
I humbly ask you to answer my request.
(Mention your request)
Divine Infant of Prague, dearest Jesus, you who once said to the Apsotles:
“If you have faith like a mustard seed, you will say to the mulberry tree,
‘Be uprooted and be planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you.”
Hear my prayer, I humbly ask.
Through the intercession of Mary most holy,
I feel certain that my prayer will be answered.
(Mention your request)
Because this novena is said for those in great distress or emergency situations, it is completed in one day.
Say this novena nine times in a row at the same time every hour for nine consecutive hours.
An edited excerpt from “Novena: The Power of Prayer”