The Presentation of Mary Novena – Day 1: Dedication to God
Join in praying The Presentation of Mary Novena to honor Mary's dedication to God and grow in service to Him.
Today's Focus: Dedication to God
On this first day of The Presentation of Mary Novena, we pray for the desire to serve God and say yes to His will.
Prayer for Day 1
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Mary, when you were presented in the temple, your parents chose to have your life dedicated to God. You would live in the temple and serve God and the priests as you grew up.
What they couldn't control was your heart. But that had been dedicated to God long before your birth!
Blessed Mother, teach me how to say yes to God as you did. Your "yes" at the Annunciation changed the course of salvation history. The world would not have been saved without your willingness. You knew it would be a challenging mission. You accepted it anyway.
I humbly ask that you help me grow in desire to serve God. Help me to say yes to His will even when it's scary!
Please also ask that you keep in mind my intentions:
(State your intentions here)
Thank You, God, for Mary's yes throughout her life. Help me to emulate it!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we focus on dedication to god. This aspect of honoring The Presentation of Mary helps us to grow in dedication to God and to become more like Christ in our daily lives as we seek to serve Him and His priests.
As we continue our Presentation of Mary Novena, let us remember that Mary's presentation in the Temple marked the beginning of her dedicated service to God, and she can help us do the same.
Let us ask Mary to help us be instruments of her love and grace in serving God, imitating her perfect example of dedication and willingness to say yes to God's will.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Be Dedicated
Dedicate yourself to God as Mary was dedicated in the Temple.
Be Trusting
Trust in God's will even when it seems challenging or scary.
Be Supportive
Support and pray for priests who serve God and His people.
Be Studious
Study God's word and allow it to change your heart and mind.
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 service to God and to trust completely in Your powerful intercession. Amen.