Traditional Catholic Novena
Novena for the Canonization of Father Vincent Capodanno
A traditional Catholic novena for the Canonization of Father Vincent Capodanno, for courage, sacrifice, military service, and growth in pastoral charity.
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About This Novena
This novena remembers Father Vincent Capodanno as a missionary priest and military chaplain who stayed with the wounded under fire, making him a striking intercessor for courage, sacrifice, and shepherd-like love.
Traditionally prayed for
Often prayed for Marines, Navy, military chaplains, and those serving in war.
Usual timing
August 26 through September 3, or any time
Day 1 of 9
The same principal prayer is used each day. Choose the day you are on, pray the main prayer, and mark the day complete when you finish.
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Day 1
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Principal Prayer for Each Day
Pray this same prayer each day after the day's meditation.
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Servant of God, Father Vincent Capodanno, faithful priest and missionary, beloved chaplain of the United States Marines, you walked among warriors as a shepherd, bringing them the peace and consolation of Christ even unto your own death.
As I begin this novena, I ask your intercession before the throne of God. Help me to follow your example of faith, hope, and charity, and to grow each day in the virtues that shaped your life.
I place before the Lord the intention I now hold in my heart:
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Through your witness, Father Capodanno, may my prayer be united to Christ the Good Shepherd, who laid down His life for His sheep.
Amen.
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About this novena
Description
This novena remembers Father Vincent Capodanno as a missionary priest and military chaplain who stayed with the wounded under fire, making him a striking intercessor for courage, sacrifice, and shepherd-like love.
Traditionally invoked as patron of
Marines, Navy, military chaplains, those serving in war
Traditionally prayed for
Often prayed for Marines, Navy, military chaplains, and those serving in war.
Usual timing
August 26 through September 3, or any time
Father Vincent Capodanno, U.S. Navy portrait photograph