The Ascension Novena
The “Ascension Novena“ prayer is a heartfelt appeal to Jesus Christ that is prayed over a nine-day period leading up to the feast of His glorious Ascension into Heaven. The prayer expresses joy and gratitude for Jesus’ glory and triumph, asks for grace to share in His eternal joy, seeks courage to persevere in faith, and overcome human weakness. A request for a special favor is also included.
Prayer video – The Ascension Novena
Jesus, I honor You on the feast of Your Ascension into Heaven. I rejoice with all my heart at the glory into which You entered to reign as King of Heaven and Earth. When the struggle of this life is over, give me the grace to share Your joy and triumph in Heaven for all eternity.
I believe that You entered into Your glorious Kingdom to prepare a place for me, for You promised to come again to take me to Yourself. Grant that I may seek only the joys of Your friendship and love, so that I may have hope to be united with You in Heaven.
In the hour of my own homecoming, when I appear before Your Father to give an account of my life on Earth, have mercy on me.
Jesus, in Your love for me You have brought me from evil to good and from misery to happiness. Give me the grace to rise above my human weaknesses. May Your humanity give me courage in my weaknesses and free me from my sins.
Through Your grace, give me the courage and perseverance, for You have called and justified me by faith. May I hold fast to the life You have given me and come to the eternal gifts You promised.
You love me, dear Jesus. Help me to love You in return. I ask You to grant this special favor: (Mention your request).
By Your unceasing care, guide my steps toward the life of glory You have prepared for those who love You. Grant me the grace to grow in holiness and to show my thankfulness to You through a life of faithful service. Amen.