Novena to St. Benedict
A beautiful nine-day prayer to seek the intercession of St. Benedict, patron of Europe and founder of Western monasticism. This traditional novena helps us grow closer to God through St. Benedict's powerful intercession.
About the Novena to St. Benedict
The Novena to St. Benedict is a traditional nine-day prayer that helps us grow closer to God through the intercession of St. Benedict, the patron saint of Europe and founder of Western monasticism. St. Benedict is known for his powerful protection against evil and his guidance in spiritual matters.
St. Benedict's heart was always full of love, compassion, and mercy toward those who were afflicted or troubled. He never dismissed without consolation and assistance anyone who had recourse to him.
This novena helps us to trust in St. Benedict's intercession and to turn to him with confidence in every need, knowing that he will always help us and bring our prayers to God.
Daily Prayers
Faith and Trust
Begin the novena with faith and trust in St. Benedict's powerful intercession.
Protection and Guidance
Seek St. Benedict's protection against daily dangers and temptations.
Selflessness and Charity
Pray for deliverance from selfishness and indifference to God and neighbor.
Imitation of Virtues
Ask for the grace to imitate St. Benedict in all things.
Service to Christ
Pray to see and serve Christ in others and work for His kingdom.
Divine Favor
Seek God's favors and graces for trials, miseries and afflictions.
Compassion and Mercy
Reflect on St. Benedict's love, compassion and mercy toward the afflicted.
Powerful Intercession
Confidently invoke St. Benedict's powerful intercession for your needs.
Eternal Happiness
Pray to live and die as a faithful child of God and attain heaven.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in St. Benedict
Trust completely in St. Benedict's powerful intercession and his ability to help you. Turn to him with confidence in every need.
Be Persistent
Pray this novena with persistence and faith. St. Benedict will not fail to help those who turn to him with trust.
Be Specific
Present your specific needs and intentions to St. Benedict. He wants to help you with the particular difficulties you face.
Be Grateful
Thank St. Benedict for his intercession and for the graces you receive. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more blessings.
The Three Theological Virtues
Faith
Believe in God's power and St. Benedict's intercession. Trust that your prayers are heard and will be answered according to God's perfect will.
Hope
Have confidence in God's promises and mercy. Hope for the grace to live virtuously and attain eternal happiness through St. Benedict's guidance.
Charity
Love God above all things and your neighbor as yourself. Let St. Benedict's example inspire you to serve others with compassion and mercy.
What is the Devotion to St. Benedict?
St. Benedict - Born in Nursia, Italy around 480 AD, St. Benedict is considered the father of Western monasticism. His Rule for monks has guided religious communities for over 1500 years.
Monastic Life - St. Benedict founded the famous monastery of Monte Cassino and established the Benedictine Order, which continues to thrive today with communities worldwide.
Intercession - St. Benedict is known for his powerful intercession, especially for protection against evil, guidance in spiritual matters, and help in times of trial and affliction.
Patronage - He is the patron saint of Europe, students, farmers, and those suffering from various afflictions. His feast day is celebrated on July 11th.
Spiritual Legacy - St. Benedict's motto "Ora et Labora" (Pray and Work) continues to inspire Christians to balance prayer and work in their daily lives, seeking God in all things.