Novena
All Saints Novena
All Souls in Purgatory
Novena For All Souls in Purgatory
Praying a novena is quite personal. Typically, an individual will pray the novena with a specific intention in mind; frequently it is the same intention for all nine days, but could be different each day. While some people will simply pray the prayer specific to that day, many others will choose to follow the daily prayer with one Our Father, one Hail Mary, and the Prayer to Our Suffering Savior for the Holy Souls in Purgatory.
Novena For All Souls in Purgatory
- Day 1 - October 24, Thursday
- Day 2 - October 25, Friday
- Day 3 –October 26, Saturday
- Day 4 – October 27, Sunday
- Day 5 – October 28, Monday
- Day 6 – October 29, Tuesday
- Day 7 – October 30, Wednesday
- Day 8 – October 31, Thursday
- Day 9 – November 1, Friday
- Prayer to Our Suffering Savior for the Holy Souls in Purgatory
Day 1 - October 24, Thursday
Jesus, my Savior I have so often deserved to be cast into hell how great would be my suffering if I were now cast away and obliged to think that I myself had caused my damnation. I thank Thee for the patience with which Thou hast endured me. My God, I love Thee above all things and I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee because Thou art infinite goodness. I will rather die than offend Thee again. Grant me the grace of perseverance. Have pity on me and at the same time on those blessed souls suffering in Purgatory. Mary, Mother of God, come to their assistance with thy powerful intercession.
Day 2 - October 25, Friday
Woe to me, unhappy being, so many years have I already spent on earth and have earned naught but hell! I give Thee thanks, O Lord, for granting me time even now to atone for my sins. My good God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee. Send me Thy assistance, that I may apply the time yet remaining to me for Thy love and service; have compassion on me, and, at the same time, on the holy souls suffering in Purgatory. O Mary, Mother of God, come to their assistance with thy powerful intercession.
Day 3 –October 26, Saturday
My God! because Thou art infinite goodness, I love Thee above all things, and repent with my whole heart of my offenses against Thee. Grant me the grace of holy perseverance. Have compassion on me, and, at the same, on the holy souls suffering in Purgatory. And thou, Mary, Mother of God, come to their assistance with thy powerful intercession.
Day 4 – October 27, Sunday
My God! because Thou art infinite goodness, I am sorry with my whole heart for having offended Thee. I promise to die rather than ever offend Thee more. Give me holy perseverance; have pity on me, and have pity on those holy souls that burn in the cleansing fire and love Thee with all their hearts. O Mary, Mother of God, assist them by thy powerful prayers.
Day 5 – October 28, Monday
Woe to me, unhappy being, if Thou, O Lord, hadst cast me into hell; for from that dungeon of eternal pain there is no deliverance. I love Thee above all things, O infinite God and I am sincerely sorry for having offended Thee again. Grant me the grace of holy perseverance. Have compassion on me, and, at the same time, on the holy souls suffering in Purgatory. O Mary, Mother of God, come to their assistance with thy powerful intercession.
Day 6 – October 29, Tuesday
My Divine Redeemer, Thou didst die for me on the Cross, and hast so often united Thyself with me in Holy Communion, and I have re- paid Thee only with ingratitude. Now, however, I love Thee above all things, O supreme God; and I am more grieved at my offences against Thee than at any other evil. I will rather die than offend Thee again. Grant me the grace of holy perseverance. Have compassion on me, and, at the same time, on the holy souls suffering in Purgatory. Mary, Mother of God, come to their aid with thy powerful intercession.
Day 7 – October 30, Wednesday
Day 8 – October 31, Thursday
Oh my God! I also am one of these ungrateful beings, having received so much grace, and yet despised Thy love and deserved to be cast by Thee into hell. But Thy infinite goodness has spared me until now. Therefore, I now love Thee above all things, and I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee. I will rather die than ever offend Thee. Grant me the grace of holy perseverance. Have compassion on me and, at the same time, on the holy souls suffering in Purgatory. Mary, Mother of God, come to their aid with thy powerful intercession.
Day 9 – November 1, Friday
My God! How was it possible that I, for so many years, have borne tranquilly the separation from Thee and Thy holy grace! O infinite Goodness, how long-suffering hast Thou shown Thyself to me! Henceforth, I shall love Thee above all things. I am deeply sorry for having offended Thee; I promise rather to die than to again offend Thee. Grant me the grace of holy perseverance, and do not permit that I should ever again fall into sin. Have compassion on the holy souls in Purgatory. I pray Thee, moderate their sufferings; shorten the time of their misery; call them soon unto Thee in heaven, that they may behold Thee face to face, and forever love Thee. Mary, Mother of Mercy, come to their aid with thy powerful intercession, and pray for us also who are still in danger of eternal damnation.
Prayer to Our Suffering Savior for the Holy Souls in Purgatory
O most sweet Jesus, through the bloody sweat which Thou didst suffer in the Garden of Gethsemane, have mercy on these Blessed Souls. Have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
O most sweet Jesus, through the pains which Thou didst suffer during Thy most cruel scourging, have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
O most sweet Jesus, through the pains which Thou didst suffer in Thy most painful crowning with thorns, have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
O most sweet Jesus, through the pains which Thou didst suffer in carrying Thy cross to Calvary, have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
O most sweet Jesus, through the pains which Thou didst suffer during Thy most cruel Crucifixion, have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
O most sweet Jesus, through the pains which Thou didst suffer in Thy most bitter agony on the Cross, have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
O most sweet Jesus, through the immense pain which Thou didst suffer in breathing forth Thy Blessed Soul, have mercy on them.
R. Have mercy on them, O Lord.
(Recommend yourself to the Souls in Purgatory and mention your intentions here).
Blessed Souls, I have prayed for thee; I entreat thee, who are so dear to God, and who are secure of never losing Him, to pray for me a miserable sinner, who’s in danger of being damned, and of losing God forever.
Amen.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Novena of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mary, mother of Jesus, cared for and guided Jesus as a boy. She supported and joined in his travels and ministry during his life. Mary also remained active with the Apostles and early Christians helping to support the early followers of The Way (as Christianity was known).
Mary continues to care for, guide, and support us, as well as to intercede on our behalf with her Son.
A novena is devotion as prayer spaced over nine days, engaging in specific prayers each day. The practice originated with Mary, the Apostles, and disciples returning to the upper room and being united in prayer during the nine days between Jesus’ Ascension and Pentecost. (Acts 1:12 ff)
The Solemnity of the Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated every year on August 15th. This feast commemorates the death of the Blessed Virgin Mary and her assumption, body and soul, into Heaven. It is the most important Marian feast, and it is also a Holy Day of Obligation.
We invite all members of our St. Xavier community to join in praying that this school year will be one in which we are all open to and aware of God’s voice and presence, and to receiving God’s Grace.
You can pray a novena individually in the midst of your day, with your family gathered, at Mass, or in whatever way fits your day. We also invite you to join us for 7:30 a.m. weekday Mass at school during this Novena, if you would like.
Novena of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Day 1 - August 6, Tuesday
- Day 2 - August 7, Wednesday
- Day 3 – August 8, Thursday
- Day 4 – August 9, Friday
- Day 5 – August 10, Saturday
- Day 6 – August 11, Sunday
- Day 7 – August 12, Monday
- Day 8 – August 13, Tuesday
- Day 9 – August 14, Wednesday
Day 1 - August 6, Tuesday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Jesus and our Mother, we believe in your triumphant assumption into heaven where the angels and saints acclaim you as Queen of Heaven and earth.
We join them in praising you and bless the Lord who raised you above all creatures. With them we honor you.
We are confident that you watch over our daily lives and we ask that you intercede for us now.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 2 - August 7, Wednesday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
Mary, Assumed into Heaven, we venerate you as the Queen of Heaven and earth. As you tasted the bitterness of pain and sorrow with your Son on earth, you now enjoy eternal bliss with Him in Heaven.
Loving Queen, intercede for us in our needs.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 3 – August 8, Thursday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
O Mother, Assumed into Heaven, because you shared in all the mysteries of our Redemption here below, Jesus has crowned you with glory.
With your most glorious and powerful intercession, help us O loving Mother and present to Jesus our request.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 4 – August 9, Friday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
O Dearest Mother Mary, Assumed into Heaven, God placed you at His right hand that you may intercede for his little ones as the Mother of God.
In the midst of all the Saints you stand as their Queen and ours — dearer to the Heart of God than any creation. You pray for your children and give to us every grace won by our loving Savior on the Cross.
Please intercede for us in our needs and ask Jesus to grant our request if it be for the good of our souls.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 5 – August 10, Saturday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
O merciful and loving Mother, may your glorious beauty fill our hearts with a distaste for earthly things and an ardent longing for the joys of Heaven.
May your merciful eyes glance down upon our struggles and our weakness in this vale of tears.
Hear then loving Mother, our request and plead to Jesus for us.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 6 – August 11, Sunday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
Mary, our dear Mother and mighty Queen, take and receive our poor hearts with all their freedom and desires, all the love and all the virtues and graces with which they may be adorned.
All we are and all we might be, all we have and hold in the order of nature as well as of grace, we have received from God through your loving intercession.
Help us dear Mother to surrender to God all that we have including our petitions.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 7 – August 12, Monday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
Mary, Queen of every heart, accept all that we are and bind us to Jesus with the bonds of love, that we may be yours forever and may be able to say in all truth:
“I belong to Jesus through Mary”.
Our Mother, Assumed into Heaven and Queen of the Universe, ever-Virgin Mother of God, obtain for us what we ask for if it be for the glory of God and the good of our souls.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 8 – August 13, Tuesday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
Mary, Queen Assumed into Heaven, we rejoice that you are the Queen of Heaven and Earth. You have given your holy fiat to God and became the Mother of our Savior.
Obtain peace and salvation for us through your prayers, for you have given birth to Christ our Lord, the Savior of all humanity.
Intercede for us and bring our petitions before the Throne of God.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 9 – August 14, Wednesday
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, You have destroyed the power of death and given the hope of eternal life in body and soul.
You granted your Mother a special place in your glory, and did not allow decay to touch her body.
As we rejoice in the Assumption of Mary, give to us a renewed confidence in the victory of life over death.
You live and reign forever and ever. Amen.
O Blessed Mother Assumed into Heaven, after years of heroic martyrdom on earth, we rejoice that you have at last been taken to the throne prepared for you in Heaven by the Holy Trinity.
Lift our hearts with you in the glory of your Assumption above the dreadful touch of sin and impurity.
Teach us how small earth becomes when viewed from heaven. Make us realize that death is the triumphant gate through which we shall pass to your Son and that someday our bodies shall rejoin our souls in the unending bliss of heaven.
From this earth, over which we tread as pilgrims, we look to you for help.
In honor of your Assumption into Heaven we ask for this favor.
Our Lady, intercede for us that the students, faculty, staff, and community of St. Xavier high School may be open to the presence, voice, and Grace of God throughout this school year. [add any personal intentions as well]
We are comforted by our faith in the coming Resurrection and we look to you for prayers and comfort.
After this earthly life, show us Jesus, the blest fruit of your womb, O kind, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary.
O Queen Assumed into Heaven, pray for us. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Novena For All Saints' Day
- Day 1 - November2, Saturday
- Day 2 - November 3, Sunday
- Day 3 –November 4, Monday
- Day 4 – November 5, Tuesday
- Day 5 – November 6, Wednesday
- Day 6 – November 7, Thursday
- Day 7 – November 8, Friday
- Day 8 –November 9, Saturday
- Day 9 – November 10, Sunday
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Day 1 - November2, Saturday
O holy Mary, Mother of God and Mother of the Church, be my mother and guide me to a life of holiness that I may one day join you and your Son in Heaven for all eternity. Intercede on my behalf that I may be a student of your humility and purity. I ask that you place before your Son my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us. Mary, Most Holy, pray for us. Mary, Most Pure, pray for us. Mary, Star of the Sea, pray for us. Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth, pray for us. Mary, Queen of Angels and Saints, pray for us. Amen.
Day 2 - November 3, Sunday
O holy angels, who have been steadfast servants of God since before the world was formed, watch over us and guide us in our everyday lives that we may grow in holiness. Intercede on my behalf that I may grow in fortitude to always choose to follow God as you have. I ask that you place before God my petitions. (State your intentions here)
St. Michael, pray for us. St. Gabriel, pray for us. St. Raphael, pray for us. Guardian angels, pray for us. Amen.
Day 3 –November 4, Monday
O holy Apostles, those who were first called by Jesus to be His followers, you demonstrate what it means to be a true disciple of Christ. Intercede on my behalf that I may be more disposed to the Spirit you received at Pentecost, so that I may be eager to grow as a disciple of Christ. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Peter, pray for us.
St. Andrew, pray for us.
St. James, pray for us.
St. John, pray for us.
St. Philip, pray for us.
St. Jude Thaddaeus, pray for us.
St. Bartholomew, pray for us.
St. Thomas, pray for us.
St. James, pray for us.
St. Matthew, pray for us.
St. Simon, pray for us.
St. Matthias, pray for us. Amen..
Day 4 – November 5, Tuesday
O holy martyrs, who died for your faith as loyal servants of God, thank you for your courage and sacrifice, which helped to enable the Gospel to reach me. Intercede on my behalf that I may grow in courage and faith, that I may be steadfast in my devotion to God even in the face of death. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Paul, pray for us. Sts. Perpetua and Felicity, pray for us. St. Jean de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues, pray for us. St. Maximilian Kolbe, pray for us. St. Maria Goretti, pray for us. Holy Innocents, pray for us. Amen.
Day 5 – November 6, Wednesday
O holy mystics, whose lives were spent in union with God through contemplative prayer and devotion, be my model of holiness through prayer. Intercede on my behalf that I may grow in perseverance in contemplative prayer. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Teresa of Avila, pray for us. St. Catherine of Siena, pray for us. St. John of the Cross, pray for us. St. Francis de Sales, pray for us. St. Faustina, pray for us. St. Padre Pio, pray for us. Amen.
Day 6 – November 7, Thursday
O holy Doctors of the Church, who composed writings that enriched and clarified Church teaching, you used your gifts of knowledge, wisdom, and articulation to preserve the Truth of the Church throughout history. Intercede on my behalf that I may use the gifts that God has given me to bring everyone I encounter closer to Christ. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Ambrose, pray for us.
St. Augustine, pray for us.
St. Gregory the Great, pray for us.
St. Jerome, pray for us.
St. Thomas Aquinas, pray for us.
St. Therese of Lisieux, pray for us. Amen.
Day 7 – November 8, Friday
O holy simple servants of God, who radiate holiness through your genuine humility, you embraced your identity as God’s instruments. Intercede on my behalf that I may be emptied and purified so as to be a vessel consecrated for God’s work. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Bernadette, pray for us.
St. Therese of Lisieux, pray for us.
St. Joseph Cupertino, pray for us.
St. Juan Diego, pray for us.
Sts. Francisco and Jacinta de Jesus Marto, pray for us.
Amen.
Day 8 –November 9, Saturday
O holy priests, monks, and nuns, who dedicated your lives to the service of God and His Church through religious vows, you were God’s hands and feet on Earth. Intercede on my behalf that I may have a greater devotion and desire to frequent the Sacraments. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Benedict, pray for us.
St. Dominic, pray for us.
St. Ignatius of Loyola, pray for us.
St. Clare of Assisi, pray for us.
St. Francis of Assisi, pray for us.
Amen.
Day 9 – November 10, Sunday
O holy saints who were married during your earthly life, whose marriage on Earth prefigured the wedding feast in Heaven, you knew how to grow in holiness through the joys and sorrows of married and family life. Intercede on my behalf that I may recognize the extraordinary in the ordinary course of family life. I ask that you place before God my petitions.
(State your intentions here)
St. Mary and St. Joseph, parents of Jesus, pray for us.
St. Anne and St. Joachim, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pray for us.
St. Elizabeth and St. Zechariah, parents of St. John the Baptist, pray for us.
St. Zelie Martin and St. Louis Martin, parents of St. Therese of Lisieux, pray for us.
St. Nonna and St. Gregory the Elder, parents of St. Gorgonia, St. Caesarius, and St. Gregory of Nazianzus, pray for us. Amen.