North American Martyrs Novena – Day 5: Evangelization
Join in praying the North American Martyrs Novena to seek their intercession and powerful help.
Today's Focus: Evangelization
On this fifth day of the North American Martyrs Novena, we pray for the love of God shown by the North American Martyrs in working tirelessly to bring souls to the Faith. We ask them to help us understand the importance of evangelization.
Prayer for Day 5
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us the North American Martyrs as examples of holiness. Help us to imitate the love of You they showed in working tirelessly to bring souls to the Faith.
North American Martyrs, you chose to work as missionaries in North America. Though you faced many obstacles, you did all you could to bring the Native American people to the Faith.
Please do all you can to bring my petitions before the throne of God!
You suffered many hardships and even torture as you worked to win souls for God. You did not allow these sufferings to deter you from your holy work.
Pray for me, that I may always do all I can to bring those around me to God. Pray that I may never allow sufferings to deter me from working to win souls for God.
Please also pray for (mention your intentions here).
North American Martyrs, 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 the love of God shown by the North American Martyrs in working tirelessly to bring souls to the Faith. Their dedication to evangelization is a powerful example for all of us.
The North American Martyrs chose to work as missionaries in North America, facing many obstacles in their efforts to bring the Native American people to the Faith. They learned new languages, adapted to different cultures, and worked tirelessly to share the Gospel.
They suffered many hardships and even torture as they worked to win souls for God, but they did not allow these sufferings to deter them from their holy work. Their love for God and for souls was stronger than any obstacle they faced.
As we continue this novena, let us ask the North American Martyrs to help us develop the same zeal for evangelization. Let us ask them to help us do all we can to bring those around us to God, never allowing sufferings to deter us from working to win souls for God.
Remember that evangelization is not just for missionaries. Every Christian is called to share the Gospel in their own way, whether through words, actions, or example. The North American Martyrs show us that evangelization requires love, perseverance, and a willingness to suffer for the sake of souls.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in the Martyrs
Trust completely in the intercession of the North American Martyrs. Turn to them with confidence in every need, especially in times of persecution.
Be Persistent
Pray this novena with persistence and faith. The martyrs will not fail to help those who turn to them with trust.
Be Specific
Present your specific needs and intentions to the martyrs. They want to help you with the particular difficulties you face.
Be Grateful
Thank the martyrs for their help and intercession. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more graces.
Closing Prayer
North American Martyrs, help us to imitate your love for God in working tirelessly to bring souls to the Faith. Teach us to do all we can to bring those around us to God and to never allow sufferings to deter us from working to win souls for God. May we follow your example of dedicated evangelization. Amen.