Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena – Day 1: World Leaders
Join in praying the Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena to seek Mary's intercession and experience her wise counsel.
Today's Focus: World Leaders
On this first day of the Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena, we pray for guidance for world leaders and counsel for those who suffer persecution and grave injustice. We ask Mary to intercede for a world in turmoil.
Prayer for Day 1
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Mary, our Mother, from the moment of your "yes" to the Angel Gabriel, you became the Mediatrix of grace between Heaven and Earth. You have always cared for the needs of the world and each soul throughout history. Through your intercession, countless hearts have found direction and consolation.
Our Lady of Good Counsel, today I come to you humbly, asking for your maternal guidance for a world in turmoil and for light in my own decisions. Be my counsel when I am uncertain and my refuge when I am afraid.
(State your intentions here)
For guidance for world leaders, pray for us.
For counsel for those who suffer persecution and grave injustice, pray for us.
For an increase in love, trust, and devotion to your Immaculate Heart that leads us to Jesus, pray for us.
Blessed Mary, Star of the Sea, guide us as you guided pilgrims through storms and darkness. Be our constant beacon, shining in this night of uncertainty, and lead us safely to dwell forever with your Son in His eternal kingdom.
Amen.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we pray for guidance for world leaders and counsel for those who suffer persecution and grave injustice. We ask Mary to intercede for a world in turmoil.
From the moment of her "yes" to the Angel Gabriel, Mary became the Mediatrix of grace between Heaven and Earth. She has always cared for the needs of the world and each soul throughout history. Through her intercession, countless hearts have found direction and consolation.
Our Lady of Good Counsel comes to us humbly, asking for her maternal guidance for a world in turmoil and for light in our own decisions. She is our counsel when we are uncertain and our refuge when we are afraid.
As we pray today, let us ask Mary to guide world leaders with wisdom and to provide counsel for those who suffer persecution and grave injustice. Let us also ask for an increase in love, trust, and devotion to her Immaculate Heart that leads us to Jesus.
Blessed Mary, Star of the Sea, guides us as she guided pilgrims through storms and darkness. She is our constant beacon, shining in this night of uncertainty, and leads us safely to dwell forever with her Son in His eternal kingdom.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in Mary
Trust completely in Mary's maternal care and her ability to guide you. Turn to her with confidence in every need, especially when seeking counsel.
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 Grateful
Thank Mary for her help and intercession. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more graces.
Closing Prayer
Our Lady of Good Counsel, guide world leaders with wisdom and provide counsel for those who suffer persecution and grave injustice. Help us to increase our love, trust, and devotion to your Immaculate Heart that leads us to Jesus. Be our constant beacon, shining in this night of uncertainty, and lead us safely to dwell forever with your Son. Amen.