Our Lady of Mount Carmel Novena – Day 2: Vocations
Join in praying the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Novena to seek Mary's intercession and experience her maternal care.
Today's Focus: Vocations
On this second day of the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Novena, we pray for religious vocations and the Carmelite Order's spirit of contemplation. We ask Mary to bless the Carmelite Order and inspire vocations to religious life.
Prayer for Day 2
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You call all people to holiness, especially those in religious life. Thank You for the witness of priests, sisters, and all consecrated souls.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, bless the Carmelite Order. Deepen their spirit of contemplation and love for God's Word. Inspire vocations to religious life and third orders among the laity, so all may help spread holiness in the world.
Please also take my petitions to Your Son: (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 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 religious vocations and the Carmelite Order's spirit of contemplation. The Carmelite Order has a rich tradition of prayer, contemplation, and devotion to Mary.
The Carmelite Order traces its origins to Mount Carmel in the Holy Land, where hermits lived in prayer and contemplation. They were devoted to Mary and sought to follow her example of perfect love for God.
St. Simon Stock, who received the Scapular from Mary, was a Carmelite friar. Through his devotion and the gift of the Scapular, the Carmelite Order has spread throughout the world, bringing Mary's protection and grace to countless souls.
As we pray today, let us ask Mary to bless the Carmelite Order and all religious communities. Let us pray for vocations to religious life and for the laity to be inspired to live holy lives through third orders and other forms of consecration.
Remember that we are all called to holiness, whether in religious life or in the world. Mary wants to help us grow in our vocation and to spread holiness wherever we are.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in Mary
Trust completely in Mary's maternal care and her ability to help you. Turn to her with confidence in every need.
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 Mount Carmel, bless the Carmelite Order and all religious communities. Inspire vocations to religious life and help all people to grow in holiness. May we all be inspired by the example of consecrated souls and seek to spread holiness in the world. Help us to understand our own vocation and to live it with love and dedication. Amen.