March for Life Novena
A powerful nine-day prayer to seek God's protection for all human life and to end abortion. This traditional novena helps us grow in our commitment to defend life and pray for the conversion of hearts.
About the March for Life Novena
The March for Life Novena is a traditional nine-day prayer that helps us grow in our commitment to defend human life and pray for the end of abortion. Every human life is precious and sacred, created in the image and likeness of God from the moment of conception.
This novena is particularly powerful when prayed in preparation for or during the annual March for Life, but can be prayed at any time to seek God's protection for the unborn and conversion of hearts.
Through this novena, we ask God to strengthen our resolve to defend life, to heal those affected by abortion, and to convert the hearts of those who promote or support abortion.
Daily Prayers
Trust
Pray for trust in God's protection of life and His plan for every human being.
Love
Pray for love for all human life, from conception to natural death.
Hope
Pray for hope and healing for those affected by abortion.
Joy
Pray for joy in celebrating the gift of life and new beginnings.
Courage
Pray for courage to stand up for life and defend the unborn.
Perseverance
Pray for perseverance in the fight for life and against abortion.
Intercession
Pray for the intercession of saints and angels for the unborn.
Conversion
Pray for the conversion of hearts and minds to respect all life.
Gratitude
Pray with gratitude for the gift of life and God's protection.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in God
Trust completely in God's plan for life and His ability to protect the unborn. Believe that He is working for the good of all human life.
Be Persistent
Pray this novena with persistence and faith. God will not fail to help those who turn to Him with trust for the protection of life.
Be Specific
Present your specific intentions for the protection of life to God. Pray for particular situations, people, and laws that affect the unborn.
Be Grateful
Thank God for the gift of life and His protection. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more graces for the defense of life.
The Three Theological Virtues
Faith
Believe in God's plan for every human life and His power to protect the unborn. Trust that He will answer our prayers for the end of abortion.
Hope
Hope in God's promise to protect life and His ability to convert hearts. Believe that abortion will end and all life will be respected.
Love
Love all human life as God loves it, from conception to natural death. Show our love through prayer, action, and witness for life.
What is the March for Life Devotion?
The March for Life devotion is a way of honoring and protecting human life, particularly the most vulnerable among us - the unborn children in the womb.
Elements of March for Life Devotion
This devotion helps us to:
- • Trust in God's protection of all human life
- • Grow in our commitment to defend the unborn
- • Experience God's love for every human being
- • Pray for the conversion of hearts and minds
- • Witness to the sanctity of life in our society