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Prayer to St. Peregrine

The “Prayer to St. Peregrine” is a powerful prayer invoking the intercession of St. Peregrine, the patron saint of those suffering from cancer and incurable diseases, who himself was miraculously healed by Christ after enduring years of affliction. The prayer recalls his extraordinary vision of Jesus reaching down from the cross to touch and heal him, offering hope to all who face similar trials.

Through this devotion, we ask St. Peregrine to extend his compassionate intercession to ourselves and our loved ones who battle illness, trusting in his proven ability to obtain miracles from God.

The prayer includes a moment to name specific individuals in need of healing, making this personal petition even more meaningful. We conclude by asking for the grace to be truly grateful for every blessing received through St. Peregrine’s powerful advocacy before the throne of God.

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Prayer to St. Peregrine

Patron Saint of Patients of Cancer & Other Incurable Diseases

Prayer Video

We honor you, St. Peregrine, as a mighty wonder worker, because of the miracles obtained through your intercession for those who have had recourse to your kind and powerful prayers.

For many years, you were afflicted with the same cancerous disease from which thousands now suffer. When the power of man could do no more, you were favored with a vision of Jesus leaning down from His cross, touching and healing you.

Trusting in your compassion and readiness to help, we request your prayerful support for ourselves, and for our sick relatives and friends…

[Mention the names of those you are praying for now]

May the gracious blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, descend upon all the sick. May it be accomplished by the complete cure for which we desire and pray.

Intercede for us all, St. Peregrine, that we may be sincerely grateful for every healing, every favor, and every grace from our Lord, Who is ever glorified in His saints. Amen.

St. Peregrine

About St. Peregrine

St. Peregrine Laziosi, known as the patron saint of cancer patients, was a 13th-century Italian priest whose life was marked by a remarkable healing. Born into a wealthy family in Forli, Italy, he began as an anti-Catholic rebel but experienced a dramatic conversion after a violent encounter with St. Philip Benizi, who responded to Peregrine’s attack with forgiveness and prayer. After joining the Servite Order, Peregrine became known for his extreme penances, including standing for hours in prayer rather than sitting, which may have contributed to his developing a cancerous growth on his leg. When amputation seemed inevitable, he spent the night before surgery praying before a crucifix in the chapter room. According to tradition, he dozed off and dreamed of Jesus touching his leg; upon waking, he found his cancer completely healed. This miraculous cure led to his becoming one of the most popular saints invoked by those suffering from cancer and other serious illnesses. He continued his ministry until his death in 1345 at the age of 80, and was canonized in 1726.

Prayers & Devotions

Intercession of the Saints

St. Peregrine: Finding Hope In The Patron Saint of Cancer Healing

For those battling cancer or supporting loved ones through their journey, St. Peregrine stands as a powerful reminder to persist in prayer, maintain hope, and trust in God’s healing presence.

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Prayer to St. Peregrine

In the darkest moments of illness, we often turn to the saints for comfort and intercession. Among these heavenly advocates, St. Peregrine Laziosi stands as a powerful intercessor for those battling cancer. His remarkable life story and miraculous healing continue to inspire faithful across generations.

From Violence to Virtue

Born in 1260 to a wealthy family in Forli, Italy, St. Peregrine’s early life was marked by rebellion. As a young man, he actively opposed the Catholic Church, and once even struck St. Philip Benizi, who had come to Forli to preach peace. Instead of retaliating, St. Philip offered prayers and forgiveness for his attacker. This act of mercy transformed Peregrine’s heart, leading to his dramatic conversion.

Seeking forgiveness, Peregrine joined the Servite Order, the same order as St. Philip. He returned to his hometown of Forli, where he spent the next sixty years serving the sick and poor with extraordinary dedication. His commitment to prayer was legendary – he would stand for hours in prayer, so much so that varicose veins developed in his legs, eventually leading to cancer.

The Miraculous Healing

The defining moment in St. Peregrine’s life came when he developed a severe cancerous growth on his leg. The night before scheduled surgery to amputate his leg, St. Peregrine dragged himself to the monastery’s chapter room. Before the crucifix, he prayed fervently for healing. Falling into a gentle sleep, he dreamed of Jesus reaching down from the cross and touching his leg. Upon waking, St. Peregrine discovered his leg completely healed.

This miraculous cure in 1325 led to St. Peregrine being canonized by Pope Benedict XIII in 1726. The Church recognized not only his miraculous healing but also his life of exemplary virtue and service to others.

Patron Saint of Cancer Patients

Today, St. Peregrine is known as the patron saint of cancer patients and those suffering from other illnesses. His intercession is sought by countless faithful who face similar trials.

For those battling cancer or supporting loved ones through their journey, St. Peregrine stands as a powerful reminder that they are not alone. His story encourages us to persist in prayer, maintain hope, and trust in God’s healing presence, whether that healing comes through medical intervention or a miraculous means.

May St. Peregrine intercede for all those who suffer from cancer and for their caregivers, bringing them comfort, hope, and healing according to God’s will.

Praying for St. Peregrine’s Intercession

For those seeking St. Peregrine’s intercession, here are some traditional prayer devotions:

Prayer to St. Peregrine

Chaplet of St. Peregrine

Novena to St. Peregrine

Chaplet of St. Peregrine

The “Chaplet of St. Peregrine” is a powerful prayer devotion that honors St. Peregrine Laziosi, a 13th-century Italian priest and patron saint of cancer patients, whose own miraculous healing from cancer stands as a beacon of hope for those afflicted by the disease. This chaplet serves as both a meditation on St. Peregrine’s faith and miraculous cure, and as a vehicle for seeking his powerful intercession for those battling cancer and other serious illnesses.

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Chaplet of St. Peregrine

Patron Saint of Cancer & Serious Illness

Prayer Video — Chaplet of St. Peregrine

On the crucifix, pray:

O God, who gave to St. Peregrine an Angel for his companion, the Mother of God for his teacher, and Jesus as the physician of his affliction, grant we pray to You through his merits that we may on Earth intensely love our Holy Angel, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and our Savior, and in Him, bless them forever. Grant that we may receive the favor which we now petition.

[Mention your petitions now]

We ask this through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

On each set of three beads, pray…

1st bead:
Our Father, Who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

St. Peregrine, pray for us.

2nd bead:
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

St. Peregrine, pray for us.

3rd bead:
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

St. Peregrine, pray for us.

On the St. Peregrine medal, pray:

Oh great St. Peregrine, wonder worker, you were cured instantaneously of cancer by God’s grace and unceasing prayer. In your gracious kindness, please ask our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, to heal (name person) in body, mind and soul. May we then also follow you in doing His work with renewed vigor and strength. Amen.

Prayer to St. Peregrine: Patron Saint of Those With Cancer

This heartfelt “Prayer to St. Peregrine“, as a mighty wonder worker, recalls his own miraculous healing from cancer through Jesus’ intervention. In this prayer, we request St. Peregrine’s prayerful support for sick relatives and friends, asking for God’s gracious blessing and complete cure. The prayer concludes by seeking St. Peregrine’s intercession for gratitude towards every healing, favor, and grace from the Lord God, who is glorified in His saints.

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Prayer to St. Peregrine: Patron Saint of Those With Cancer

Prayer Video – Prayer to St. Peregrine

We honor you, St. Peregrine, as a mighty wonder worker, because of the miracles obtained through your intercession for persons who had recourse to your kind and powerful prayers. For many years, you were afflicted with the same cancerous disease from which thousands now suffer. When the power of man could do no more, you were favored with a vision of Jesus leaning down from His cross and touching and healing you.

Trusting in your compassion and readiness to help, we request your prayerful support for our sick relatives and friends.

[Pause here and silently recall the names of the sick persons for whom you are praying.]

May the gracious blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, descend upon all our sick relatives and friends. May it be accomplished by the complete cure which they desire and for which we pray.

Intercede for us all, St. Peregrine, that we may be sincerely grateful for every healing, every favor and grace from the Lord God, who is ever glorified in His saints. Amen.

Novena to St. Peregrine

Novena to St. Peregrine | St. Peregrine is the patron saint of cancer patients and of those who are suffering from other life-threatening illnesses. St Peregrine suffered from leg cancer. On the day of his scheduled surgery to have his leg amputated, after having prayed before a crucifix on the night before, the doctors discovered that his leg had been completed cured; no signs of cancer whatsoever. There are countless testimonies of miraculous healings attributed to St Peregrine’s intercession on behalf of those who implored his help. This novena is intended to assist those who are either praying for themselves or on behalf of another for St Peregrines intercession to Jesus.

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Novena to St. Peregrine

Prayer Video – Novena to St Peregrine

Dear holy servant of God, St. Peregrine, we pray today for healing. Intercede for us! God healed you of cancer and others were healed by your prayers. Please pray for the physical healing of…

(Mention your intentions)

These intentions bring us to our knees seeking your intercession for healing. We are humbled by our physical limitations and ailments. We are so weak and so powerless. We are completely dependent upon God. And so, we ask that you pray for us…

Pray for us, that we will not let sickness bring us to despair.
Pray for us, that we may persevere in hope.
Pray for us, that we will have the courage to offer up our suffering in unity with the Cross.
Pray for us, that the loneliness of our suffering will be consoled.
Pray for us, that the fear of death will be replaced with the hope of everlasting life.
Pray for us, that our suffering will not rob us of joy.
Pray for us, that in our pain we will not become selfish but ever more selfless.
Pray for us, that this sickness will teach me to depend more and more on God.
Pray for us, that our lives will glorify God alone.

We know, St. Peregrine, that you are a powerful intercessor because your life was completely given to God. We know that in as much as you pray for our healing, you are praying even more for our salvation. A life of holiness like yours is more important than a life free of suffering and disease. Pray for our healing, but pray even more that we might come as close to Our Lord as you are.

All Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be. Amen.