Traditional Catholic Novena
Novena to St. Rosalia
A traditional Catholic novena to St. Rosalia for protection from plague, Palermo, and deliverance in illness. Traditionally prayed August 26 through September 3.
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About This Novena
St. Rosalia's witness is quiet but strong: she left earthly comforts for God. This novena leans into that theme, asking not only for help in present troubles, but for the grace to remember that our true destiny is heaven.
Traditionally prayed for
Often prayed for protection from plague, Palermo, deliverance in illness, and solitude with God.
Usual timing
August 26 through September 3
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Opening Prayer
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Father in heaven, we thank Thee for the communion of saints so that we can draw near to Thee through the prayers of St. Rosalia.
Through her prayers help us to remember that our destiny is heaven. As St. Rosalia gave up all things in this world for the sake of Thy Kingdom, through her prayers may we love more fully Thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ, Who together with Thee and the Holy Spirit are one God forever and ever.
O God, our Father, mercifully look upon Thy people who come to Thee and grant through the intercession of St. Rosalia, who turned away from earthly delights to the joys of contemplation, that we may be delivered from all harm here on earth and one day be welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven.
St. Rosalia, confessor and virgin, we pray to God for our families and friends. Through thy powerful prayers, may we obtain health, life, and eternal salvation. I also pray today for this special need and intention.
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O glorious virgin and confessor, St. Rosalia, I promise henceforth to remember and follow your example of faith and love. Pray for me and mine. Amen.
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About this novena
Description
St. Rosalia's witness is quiet but strong: she left earthly comforts for God. This novena leans into that theme, asking not only for help in present troubles, but for the grace to remember that our true destiny is heaven.
Traditionally invoked as patron of
protection from plague, Palermo, deliverance in illness, solitude with God
Traditionally prayed for
Often prayed for protection from plague, Palermo, deliverance in illness, and solitude with God.
Usual timing
August 26 through September 3
Saint Rosalia Crowned by Angels, Anthony van Dyck