Our Lady of Perpetual Help

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The Mother of Perpetual Help Novena is a nine-day Catholic devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary under her title as Mother of Perpetual Help, inspired by the venerated Byzantine icon enshrined at the Church of St. Alphonsus Liguori in Rome. In the icon, Mary holds the Child Jesus while pointing toward Him, reminding the faithful that she always leads us to her Son. This novena is a prayer of hope and confidence in Mary’s unfailing intercession, especially in times of need, illness, or uncertainty. It invites us to entrust our petitions to her loving care and to seek the grace to follow Christ more faithfully.

When to Pray

The Mother of Perpetual Help Novena can be prayed whenever you are seeking Mary’s assistance in urgent or challenging circumstances. Traditionally, it begins on June 18 and ends on June 27, the feast of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. Many Catholics also pray it on Wednesdays, which are specially dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Help in churches around the world.

Day 1

O Mother of Perpetual Help, I come before your holy image with faith and confidence in your love. Help me to see Jesus in every moment of my life, and grant my request: (state your intention). Amen.

Day 2

O Blessed Virgin, you are the refuge of sinners and the comfort of the sorrowful. Lead me to your Son and strengthen my heart in times of trial. Intercede for my needs. Amen.

Day 3

O Mother, your loving gaze is always upon your children. Teach me to trust completely in God’s plan and to follow His will with courage. Amen.

Day 4

O Mother of Perpetual Help, you never abandon those who seek your aid. Protect me from discouragement and draw me ever closer to your Son. Amen.

Day 5

O Lady of Perpetual Help, your care brings peace and hope to all who call upon you. Help me to bear my burdens with patience and to remain steadfast in faith. Amen.

Day 6

O Loving Mother, you are quick to aid those in need. Help me to surrender my fears to God and to walk with confidence in His mercy. Amen.

Day 7

O Mary, your intercession has brought countless graces to the faithful. Pray for me before your Son and obtain for me the blessings I need. Amen.

Day 8

O Mother of Perpetual Help, you know the desires of my heart. Help me to want only what draws me closer to Jesus and to embrace His will. Amen.

Day 9

O Queen and Mother, I thank you for your protection and love during this novena. Continue to watch over me and my loved ones until we are united in heaven. Amen.