The Rose Novena begins on September 22nd and ends on September 30th, on the eve of the liturgical feast of Saint Therese. Pray with us the Novena of the Roses in honor of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus.
First Day
Saint Therese, doctor and lover of the Church
On this day, let us pray for those who exercise the priestly ministry, for the sanctification of the Clergy and for the intentions of the Holy Father's heart.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Second Day
Saint Therese, patron saint of the missions
On this day, let us pray for missionaries spread throughout the world and their spiritual and material needs.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Third Day
Saint Therese who had a life of sacrifices for souls
On this day, let us pray for Christians who are persecuted and martyred for their fidelity and love for Christ.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Fourth Day
Saint Therese who lived in a holy family
On this day, let us pray for the union and sanctification of families.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Fifth Day
Saint Therese, patron saint of young people in vocation
On this day, let us pray for the youth of the entire world.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Sixth Day
Saint Therese who was cured by Mary's smile
On this day, let us pray for those who suffer from depression, for those who live oppressed and have no meaning in life.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Seventh Day
Saint Therese in love with Jesus
On this day, let us pray that everyone has a heart inflamed with love for Christ.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Eighth Day
Saint Therese near the prisoners
On this day, let us pray for all those imprisoned and for those who are trapped in themselves, by sin.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).
Ninth Day
Saint Therese in solidarity with unbelievers
On this day, let us pray for those who do not believe, do not hope and do not trust in God.
Prayer:
Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit: I thank you for all the graces with which you enriched the life of your servant, Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, in these 24 years that she spent on earth. And through the merits of such a dear saint, grant me the grace that I ardently ask of You… (make the request) , if it is in accordance with Your Most Holy Will and for the salvation of my soul (or that of the person for whom you are praying).
Help my faith and my hope, Saint Therese, once again fulfilling your promise that you will remain in Heaven doing good on earth, allowing me to win a rose as a sign that I will achieve the grace requested.
Pray 24 times, for each year of Saint Therese on earth:
“Glory to the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning, now and forever. Amen." Saint Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, pray for me (or the name of the person for whom you are interceding).