The Presentation of Mary Novena – Day 6: Relationship with Mary
Continue praying The Presentation of Mary Novena to honor Mary's dedication to God and grow in service to Him.
Today's Focus: Relationship with Mary
On this sixth day, we pray for a closer relationship with the Blessed Mother.
Prayer for Day 6
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Mary, some people have a hard time in their relationship with you. They struggle to understand where you fit in.
As the mother of Christ, you are close to Him physically and spiritually. We do not worship you. You were fully human. Yet, we know that you were set apart from birth for this role.
We can learn so much from you, Blessed Mother. We can learn how to live. We can learn how to be a faithful person. We can learn how to be a caring, compassionate mother. Most of all, we can learn how to love.
There is no one that is better at praying than you, Mary. That is why we dedicate so many of our prayers to you. You make them better! You personally deliver them to your Son for us.
Please also ask that you keep in mind my intentions:
(State your intentions here)
Mother Mary, pray for us.
O Jesus, You are my Lord. None compare to You. Yet I know the love You have for Your Mother. I love her too. Help me to become closer to her through these prayers. Help me to model her love for You.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we focus on relationship with mary. 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.