Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena – Day 5: Preserved by Holy Spirit
Continue praying the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena to honor Mary's birth and grow in family holiness.
Today's Focus: Preserved by Holy Spirit
On this fifth day, we pray for faithfulness to Mary's Son and honor her preservation by the Holy Spirit.
Prayer for Day 5
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Jesus, I trust in You. Please grant through Your mother's intercession that I may always bring Your hope into my family.
Jesus, I trust in You. Please grant through Your mother's intercession that I may always bring Your love into my family.
Jesus, I trust in You. Please grant through Your mother's intercession that I may always bring Your mercy into my family.
Our Lady, on this feast of your birth, please pray for stronger and holier marriages. Amen.
Most holy Mary, the Holy Spirit preserved you from sin so that our Lord would have a fitting vessel to enter the world. Pray for me today that the feast of your birth may give great joy to my soul that I may remain faithful to your Son until the end.
Dearest Mother, please pray for me and for these my intentions…
(State your intentions)
Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we focus on preserved by holy spirit. This aspect of honoring the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary helps us to grow in family holiness and to become more like Christ in our daily lives as we seek to bring hope, love, and mercy into our families.
As we continue our Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena, let us remember that Mary's birth was a moment of great joy for the angels and the world, as it signaled the coming of Jesus Christ, our Savior.
Let us ask Mary to help us be instruments of her love and grace in our families, imitating her perfect example of holiness and devotion to God.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Be Trusting
Trust in Jesus and Mary's powerful intercession for your family.
Be Devoted
Show devotion to the Holy Family and honor Mary's birth.
Be Charitable
Show greater charity to your parents and grandparents.
Be Patient
Be exceedingly patient with your family and loved ones.
Closing Prayer
Mary, most holy daughter of Saints Joachim and Anne, we thank You for this day of prayer and reflection. Help us to carry Your grace and love into our families and to trust completely in Your powerful intercession. Amen.