This “Novena to St. Benedict” prayer seeks the intercession of Saint Benedict of Nursia. St. Benedict, born in 5th century Italy, is renowned as a powerful intercessor against evil and temptation. Founder of the Benedictine Order, he’s famous for his ability to resist and overcome demonic influences. He is often invoked for strength in resisting sin and for safeguarding against malevolent spiritual attacks. His role as a guardian against evil has made him a beloved figure in Catholic tradition. His feast day is celebrated on July 11th.
Novena to St. Benedict
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Glorious St. Benedict, sublime model of virtue, pure vessel of God’s grace! I implore you, in your loving kindness, to pray for me before the throne of God. To you I have recourse in the dangers that daily surround me. Shield me against my selfishness and my indifference to God and to my neighbor. Inspire me to imitate you in all things. May your blessing be with me always so that I may see and serve Christ in others, and work for His kingdom.
Graciously obtain for me from God those favors and graces which I need so much in the trials, miseries, and afflictions of life. Your heart was always full of love, compassion, and mercy toward those who were afflicted or troubled in any way. You never dismissed without consolation and assistance anyone who had recourse to you. I, therefore, invoke your powerful intercession, confident in the hope that you will hear my prayers and obtain for me the special grace and favor I earnestly implore.
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Help me, great St. Benedict, to live and die as a faithful child of God, to run in the sweetness of His loving will, and to obtain the eternal happiness of heaven. Amen.