Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena
A beautiful nine-day prayer to honor the dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica and seek Mary's intercession. This traditional novena helps us grow closer to God and experience His mercy and love through devotion to Mary.
About the Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena
The Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena is a traditional nine-day prayer that helps us grow closer to God and experience His mercy and love through devotion to Mary. The basilica was dedicated in honor of Mary, and this novena helps us honor her and grow closer to her Son.
The title "Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena" reminds us that Mary is our mother and intercessor. She is always ready to help us grow in holiness and bring our prayers to Jesus, just as the basilica was dedicated to her honor.
This novena helps us to honor Mary, grow in devotion to her, and through her intercession, grow closer to Jesus. We pray for pilgrims, devotion, intimacy with Jesus, piety, charity, poverty, faith, generosity, and the Church.
Daily Prayers
Pilgrims and Devotion
Pray for all pilgrims visiting the basilica and for growth in devotion to Mary.
Devotion to Mary
Pray that all people may grow in devotion to Mary as our mother.
Intimacy with Jesus
Pray that all people may grow in intimacy with Jesus through Mary.
Piety and Holiness
Pray that all people may grow in piety and holiness through devotion.
Charity and Service
Pray that all people may grow in charity and service to others.
Holy Poverty
Pray that all people may grow in holy poverty and detachment.
Faith and Generosity
Pray that all people may grow in faith and generosity.
Holy Father and Church
Pray for our Holy Father and for the Church's leadership.
The Church
Pray for Mary's Son's Church and all its members.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in Mary
Trust completely in Mary's ability to help you grow closer to Jesus. Turn to her with confidence in every situation that requires her intercession.
Be Persistent
Pray this novena with persistence and faith. Mary will not fail to help those who turn to her with trust.
Be Specific
Present your specific needs and intentions to Mary. She wants to help you with the particular difficulties you face.
Be Patient
Spiritual growth is a process that takes time. Be patient with yourself and trust in Mary's timing.
The Three Theological Virtues
Faith
Believe in Mary's intercession and her ability to help us grow closer to Jesus. Trust that she will bring our prayers to her Son.
Hope
Hope in Mary's promise to help us grow in holiness. She is always ready to assist us in our spiritual growth.
Love
Love Mary and Jesus as Mary loves us, showing our love through devotion and prayer. Show our love through honoring Mary and growing closer to Jesus.
What is the Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Devotion?
The Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica devotion is a way of honoring Mary and growing in devotion to her, following the example of the Church which dedicated this great basilica to her honor.
Elements of Basilica Dedication Devotion
This devotion helps us to:
- • Trust in Mary's intercession and her ability to help us grow closer to Jesus
- • Grow closer to God through devotion to Mary
- • Experience God's love and mercy through Mary's maternal care
- • Honor Mary as our mother and intercessor
- • Follow the Church's example in dedicating places of worship to Mary