Novena Prayer

Today the Church celebrates the great mystery of the Annunciation—the moment when God’s plan of salvation began to be fulfilled in a hidden and humble way. On this day, the angel Gabriel was sent by God to the Virgin Mary, announcing that she had been chosen to become the Mother of the Savior. Though surprised and filled with awe, … Read moreFeast of the Annunciation of the Lord

O Lord Jesus,who for our sake didst fast and pray in the desert,look kindly upon Thy servant this thirty-first day of Lent. Forgive the weakness of my flesh,the wanderings of my mind,and the coldness of my heart.Renew in me a right spirit,and grant me the grace to walk these remaining dayswith greater love for Thee and … Read moreDay 31: 40 Days of Lent 2026

Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. The post Psalm of the Day: Psalm 105:4 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.

I know, O Lord, that a man’s life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps. The post Verse of the Day: Jeremiah 10:23 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.

Saint Óscar Romero was a courageous bishop and martyr who lived in the 20th century. Born in El Salvador in 1917, he became Archbishop of San Salvador during a time of great injustice, violence, and suffering in his country. At first, he was seen as a quiet and cautious man. But after witnessing the persecution … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Óscar Romero

Grant us, we pray, O Lord,perseverance in obeying your will,that in our daysthe people dedicated to your servicemay grow in both merit and number. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,God, for ever and ever. Amen. The post Day 30: 40 Days of Lent 2026 … Read moreDay 30: 40 Days of Lent 2026

Moses thought that his own people would realize that God was using him to rescue them, but they did not. The post Verse of the Day: Acts 7:25 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.

Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo was a zealous missionary bishop and a great shepherd of souls in the New World. He was born in Spain in 1538 and was a learned lawyer before being unexpectedly chosen to serve as Archbishop of Lima in Peru. Though not yet a priest at the time of his appointment, Turibius … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo

Lord Jesus, You who are the Resurrection and the Life, as we draw near to Your Passion, stir our hearts with true repentance. Help us lay down every stubborn resistance, every hidden sin, and open ourselves fully to Your saving mercy. Strengthen us to walk with You toward Jerusalem, trusting that even in our weakness, … Read moreDay 29: 40 Days of Lent 2026

Saint Nicholas of Flüe, also known as Brother Klaus, was a Swiss hermit, mystic, and peacemaker who lived in the 15th century. He was born in 1417 in Switzerland and lived much of his early life as a farmer, husband, and father, raising a large family with deep faith. Despite his responsibilities, Nicholas always had … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Nicholas of Flüe