Saints Joachim and Anne Novena – Day 2: Suffering from Infertility
Continue praying Saints Joachim and Anne Novena to honor the parents of Mary and grow in holiness in marriage and family life.
Today's Focus: Suffering from Infertility
On this second day, we pray for strength during suffering from infertility and continued faithfulness.
Prayer for Day 2
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Sts. Joachim and Anne as examples of holiness. Help us to imitate the devotion to You they showed throughout their sufferings of infertility.
Sts. Joachim and Anne, you were eager to live out your vocation as a married couple fully. You longed for a child but suffered from infertility for many years. Despite this suffering, you continued to serve God faithfully.
God saw your sufferings, and He heard your prayers for a child. He answered your prayers after many years, and you became the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Pray for me, that I may never grow discouraged when I face sufferings. Pray that I may remain faithful no matter what difficulties or trials I might face.
Please also pray for (mention your intentions here).
Sts. Joachim and Anne, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we focus on suffering from infertility. This aspect of honoring Saints Joachim and Anne helps us to grow in holiness within our marriages and families, following their example of faithfulness and trust in God.
As we continue our Saints Joachim and Anne Novena, let us remember that they were chosen by God for the special mission of raising the Mother of God, and they can help us fulfill our own missions in marriage and family life.
Let us ask Saints Joachim and Anne to help us be instruments of their love and grace in serving God within our families, imitating their perfect example of holiness and devotion.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Be Faithful
Remain faithful to God even in times of suffering and difficulty.
Be Hopeful
Maintain hope in God's plan even when it seems impossible.
Be Trusting
Trust in God's timing and His perfect plan for your life.
Be Grateful
Show gratitude for God's blessings and answered prayers.
Closing Prayer
Saints Joachim and Anne, holy parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we thank You for this day of prayer and reflection. Help us to carry Your grace and love into our marriages and families and to trust completely in Your powerful intercession. Amen.