This Novena of Grace, which begins March 4 and ends on March 12, the day of St. Francis Xavier's canonization, owes its origin to that good saint himself.  In December 1633, Fr. Marchello Mastrilli, S.J. was dying.  St. Francis appeared to him, asking him to renew the vow he made to work in Japan.  St. Francis promised  that all who ask his help during this novena and worthily receive Confession and Holy Communion on one of the  nine days will experience his protection and may hope with…See More

Please say the following prayer at least once a day in honor of St. Joseph during the month of March.  This prayer is customarily said after the recitation of the Rosary.  We need St. Joseph's help and protection more than ever. To thee, O blessed Joseph, do we have recourse in our tribulation, and having implored the help of thy thrice-holy Spouse, we confidently invoke…See More

St. Gabriel Possenti (1838 - 1862) was an Italian Passionist brother.  He is known as St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows as that was his religious name.  This novena is especially for our children and grandchildren, who face such temptation in today's world.  St. Gabriel faced similar circumstances in the war torn Italy of his time.  May he inspire us with devotion to Our Sorrowful Mother and may he intercede for us all. …See More

This novena prayer may be said at any time, but especially in the nine days leading up to Shrove Tuesday, which is the Feast of the Holy Face.  O Lord Jesus Christ, in presenting ourselves before Thy Holy Face, to ask of Thee the graces of which we stand in most need, we beseech Thee above all to grant us the interior disposition of never refusing at any time what Thou…See More

For Lent this year, as a small sacrifice to Our Lord, we suggest , praying  the "Golden Arrow" prayer at least 5 times per day in honor of Our Lord's Five Major Wounds.  Of course, please feel free to do more!  We will start on Ash Wednesday and conclude on Good Friday. This will be an act of praise and reparation to Our Suffering Savior adding to that the intention of the conversion of all nations.…See More

We would like to offer this opportunity for all to join in this effort for the consecration of Russia, the release of the Third Secret of Fatima and the conversion of poor sinners during this upcoming time of Lent.  A time of fasting, abstinence and penance.This effort does not ask anything more than what you will already be doing during Lent --  it only asks that you offer just ONE DAY of your fasting and abstinence for the intention posted above.…See More

This devotion is a private prayer practice, with some variations, but it is centered on perseverance, trust, and walking with St Joseph in his quiet faith, obedience, and hidden suffering.We will begin on January 25 to be able to conclude on St. Joseph's feast day of March 19.In these tumultuous times we need his assistance more than ever."Most sorrowful heart of St. Joseph, I consecrate this 54 day novena in honor of thy seven sorrows.  Through these sorrows, please obtain my request (mention…See More

St. Frances Xavier Cabrini NovenaLet us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Fortify me with the grace of Your Holy Spirit and give Your peace to my soul that I may be free from all needless anxiety, solicitude and worry. Help me to desire always that which is pleasing and acceptable to You so that Your will may be my will.…See More

Please say this prayer once a day during the month of February in honor of the Holy Family, especially since family life is being attacked on all sides in these days.*For the intentions of all Crusaders and their families* For the conversion of Greece. O Most Loving Jesus, Who, by Thy surpassing virtues and example of Thy home life, did hallow the household in which Thou chose to live…See More

Hail, Mary Most Holy, Beloved Daughter of God the Father! Through the intercession of Mother Marianna de Jesus Torres, grant thy good success to this request  (mention here) Our Father......Hail Mary.....Glory Be St. Michael, pray for us  Hail, Mary Most Holy, Admirable Mother of God the Son! Through the intercession of Mother Marianna de Jesus Torres, grant thy good success to this…See More

For an end to all abortions and evil laws that enable them and for the conversion of those who propagate the same. O Father and Teacher of the young, in need of special help I appeal with confidence to thee, St. John Bosco, for I require not only spiritual graces but also temporal ones, particularly.... (mention your intention here) May thou, who on earth had such a great devotion to…See More

O glorious St. Agnes, by the living faith which animated thee from thy tender years and rendered thee so pleasing to God that thou did merit a martyr's crown:  obtain for us the grace to keep our holy faith pure within us and to profess ourselves Christians in both word and work.  May our open confession of Jesus before men cause Him to bear a favorable witness to us before His eternal…See More

Novena To Saint Therese of the Child Jesus praying for each participants personal intentions.This is a 9 hour novena to St. Theresa for her birthday  January 2.(I read recently that to pray to a saint on the day of their birth is very efficacious.)O Little Therese of the Child Jesus, Please pick a rose for me From the heavenly gardens And send it to me As a message of love.O little flower…See More

Since January is dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus, we offer this prayer in reparation to Our Lord's Holy Name which is so abused in our time.  Please say the following hymn once a day for during the month of January.  This hymn has a plenary indulgence attached to it, which we can gain for ourselves or for the Holy Souls. …See More

This novena is for the benefit of the Holy Souls in Purgatory.  It is especially recommended to try to visit a cemetery on All Souls Day and in the days  afterwards, to try to gain indulgences for the Poor Souls.  If you can, bring holy water on those visits.This is separate from the novena already organized to the Holy Souls, which is not only for their relief but also to ask for their help.…See More

O most gentle Heart of Jesus, ever present in the Blessed Sacrament, ever consumed with burning love for the poor captive souls in Purgatory, have mercy on the souls of Thy departed servants. Be not severe in Thy judgments, but let some drops of Thy Precious Blood fall upon the devouring flames. And do Thou, O merciful Savior, send Thy holy angels to conduct them to a place of…See More