Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena – Day 1: Pilgrims and Devotion
Join in praying the Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena to honor Mary and seek her intercession.
Today's Focus: Pilgrims and Devotion
On this first day of the Dedication of St. Mary Major Basilica Novena, we pray for all pilgrims visiting the basilica and for growth in devotion to Mary. We ask Mary to help us honor her and grow closer to her Son through devotion.
Prayer for Day 1
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord God, we thank You for the many devotional practices You give us as we journey toward heaven with You.Guide us in making use of all the help You give us!
Dearest Mother, the St. Mary Major Basilica was dedicated in your honor. Your Son wishes us to honor you and to take you as our own mother. When we celebrate the dedication of your basilica, we can honor you and grow closer to your Son.
Please bring all of our petitions before the throne of your Son. And we particularly ask today that you pray for all pilgrims visiting your basilica!
Pray for us, that we may be eager to make use of every help God gives us for our salvation.Pray that we may grow in holiness at every opportunity in our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for… (State your intentions here)
Blessed Mother Mary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we pray for all pilgrims visiting the St. Mary Major Basilica and for growth in devotion to Mary. The basilica was dedicated in honor of Mary, and this reminds us of the importance of honoring her as our mother.
Jesus wishes us to honor Mary and to take her as our own mother. When we celebrate the dedication of her basilica, we can honor her and grow closer to her Son. This shows us the beautiful relationship between honoring Mary and growing closer to Jesus.
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.
As we begin this novena, let us ask Mary to help us honor her properly and to grow closer to her Son. Let us ask her to pray for all pilgrims visiting her basilica and for all who seek to grow in devotion to her.
Remember that honoring Mary is not just about external acts, but about growing in love for her and through her, growing closer to Jesus. She is our mother and wants to help us on our journey to heaven.
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.
Closing Prayer
Blessed Mother Mary, help us to honor you properly and to grow closer to your Son. Pray for all pilgrims visiting your basilica and for all who seek to grow in devotion to you. Help us to be eager to make use of every help God gives us for our salvation. Amen.