St. Rita of Cascia Novena – Day 3: Perseverance
Join in praying the St. Rita of Cascia Novena to seek her powerful intercession.
Today's Focus: Perseverance
On this third day of the St. Rita of Cascia Novena, we pray for perseverance in prayer and in seeking God's will. St. Rita's determination to follow her vocation teaches us to never give up, even when the way seems difficult.
Prayer for Day 3
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Rita, who didst persevere in prayer and in seeking to enter the convent, obtain for me the grace to persevere in my prayers and in seeking God's will for my life. Help me to never give up, even when the way seems difficult or impossible.
Our Father...
Hail Mary...
Glory be to the Father...
Daily Intention:
Today we pray for the gift of perseverance. May we learn from St. Rita's example to never give up in our prayers and in seeking God's will. Help us to remain faithful even when we face obstacles and difficulties in our spiritual journey.
O St. Rita, who didst show such great determination in following thy vocation, teach us to persevere in our prayers and to trust that God will answer them in His own time.
Pray for us, O glorious St. Rita, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
St. Rita's perseverance in seeking to enter the convent is a powerful example of determination in prayer. Despite being initially refused entry, she continued to pray and trust in God's will. Her perseverance was eventually rewarded when she was miraculously transported into the convent.
Today, let us ask St. Rita to help us grow in perseverance. Think about the prayers or intentions that you may have given up on because they seemed impossible. Remember that God's timing is not our timing, and that He often asks us to persevere in prayer to strengthen our faith and trust in Him.
St. Rita teaches us that perseverance in prayer is not about getting what we want, but about growing closer to God and learning to trust in His perfect plan for our lives.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Pray with Confidence
Trust in St. Rita's powerful intercession. She is known as the "Saint of the Impossible" and has helped countless people in desperate situations.
Be Specific
Present your specific needs and impossible causes to St. Rita. She wants to help you with the particular difficulties you face.
Imitate Her Virtues
Ask St. Rita to help you grow in patience, forgiveness, and trust in God. Try to imitate her virtues in your daily life.
Trust in God's Will
Remember that God knows what is best for you. Trust that He will answer your prayers in the way that is most beneficial for your soul.
Closing Blessing
O glorious St. Rita, help us to persevere in our prayers and to trust in God's timing. Teach us to never give up, even when the way seems difficult or impossible. May we learn from your example to remain faithful to God's will, knowing that He will answer our prayers in His own perfect time. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.