All Saints Novena Prayer
All Saints Novena Prayer All 9 Days.
| Novena | All Saints Novena |
| Novena Begins | October 23 |
| Feast Day | November 1 |
| Novena for | All Saints |
About All Saints Day
All Saints’ Day is a Christian solemnity, or dignified remembrance, that celebrates the honor of all church saints, whether known or unknown. This holiday is also known as All Hallows’ Day, the Feast of All Saints, the Solemnity of All Saints, and Hallowmas.
There’s a yearly reminder of our connectedness as Christians to the church. It’s called “All Saints Day” and is commemorated every November 1st. Perhaps, you were taught to think of saints as statues in a church building. But the Bible teaches something completely different. Who is a saint? You are. That is, if you’re a follower of Jesus. God calls a “saint” those who trust in Christ alone for salvation (see Acts 9:13, Acts 26:10, Romans 8:27, 1 Corinthians 1:2).
All Saints Day, also known as All Hallows’ Day, or Hallowmas, is a Christian celebration in honor of all the saints from Christian history. In Western Christianity, it is observed on November 1st by the Roman Catholic Church, the Methodist Church, the Lutheran Church, and other Protestant denominations. The Eastern Orthodox Church and associated Eastern Catholic churches observe All Saints Day on the first Sunday following Pentecost.
The Christian festival of All Saints Day comes from a conviction that there is a spiritual connection between those in Heaven and on Earth. In Catholic tradition, the holiday honors all those who have passed on to the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a national holiday in numerous historically Catholic countries. In Methodist tradition, All Saints Day relates to giving God earnest gratitude for the lives and deaths of his saints, remembering those who were well-known and not. Additionally, individuals throughout Christian history are celebrated, such as Peter the Apostle and Charles Wesley, as well as people who have personally guided one to faith in Jesus, such as one’s relative or friend.
In addition to weekly worship gatherings, “All Saints Day” annually reminds us of our connectedness as Christians. It’s commemorated every November 1st. Perhaps, you were taught to think of saints as statues in a church building. But the Bible teaches something completely different. Who is a saint? You are. That is if you’re a follower of Jesus. God calls a “saint” anyone who trusts in Christ alone for salvation.
Sainthood isn’t given by a group of religious leaders. It’s granted by God Himself to any common, salt-of-the-earth person who simply trusts Christ (1 Corinthians 1:2). Words matter. And sowing confusion about good, biblical words like “saint” is not from God. The gospel message is that God the Son came to earth, lived a perfectly obedient life, died on the cross to pay for our sins (Romans 5:1), and rose again, proving His atoning work was complete (Romans 4:22-25). Saints are those who give up the anti-faith alternative of trying to please God by their good deeds and, instead, trust Christ alone. Scripture says that the person of faith actually becomes the very righteousness of God (2 Cor. 5:21)!
Through the channel of human faith (the means of salvation), we become united to Christ (the source of salvation), and we are saved from God’s judgment as well as from the futile way of life that we naturally follow (1 Peter 3:18). In other words, we are granted sainthood! Skeptical? Think about this: if God calls the worldly, sinning believers in Corinth “saints”—and He does in 1 Corinthians 1:2—couldn’t He call you a saint as well? Friend, anyone who trusts in Christ alone for salvation is a saint in God’s sight.
In the early years when the Roman Empire persecuted Christians, so many martyrs died for their faith that the Church set aside special days to honor them. For example, in 607, Emperor Phocas presented the beautiful Roman Pantheon temple to the pope. The pope removed the statues of Jupiter and the pagan gods and consecrated the Pantheon to “all saints” who had died from Roman persecution in the first three hundred years after Christ. Many bones were brought from other graves and placed in the rededicated Pantheon church. Since there were too many martyrs for each to be given a day, they were lumped together into one day. In the next century, All Saints Day was changed by Pope Gregory III to today’s date–November l. People prepared for their celebration with a night of vigil on Hallows’ Eve — Halloween (possibly because of the strong holdover influence of the Celtic Samhain festival, which many Christians in Ireland, Britain, Scotland, and Wales had continued to observe).
In the 10th century, Abbot Odela of the Cluny monastery added the next day–November 2nd–as “All Souls” Day” to honor the martyrs and all Christians who had died. People prayed for the dead, but many unchristian superstitions continued. People in Christian lands offered food to the dead–as it had been in pagan times. The superstitious also believed that on these two days, souls in purgatory would take the form of witches, toads, or demons and haunt persons who had wronged them during their lifetime. As happens so often in Church history, sacred Christian festivals can absorb so many pagan customs that they lose their significance as Christian holidays.
But think of it positively. Who are your favorite heroes in Christian History? Can you think of any whose example has inspired you? Why not use All Saints Day to think of and give thanks for as many Christians from the past as you can remember, whether they are famous or not, especially if their lives and teaching contributed something to yours.
While traditions across the globe vary for All Saints Day, the common theme is a celebration with family and remembrance of those who have passed. Attending a mass is the most common All Saints Day tradition within the Catholic Church. During mass, the Beatitudes are read, and prayers are said for the Saints. Many visit grave sites of loved ones and relatives to pay tribute and remember those who have passed onto heaven. In Latin communities, families visit gravesites with a feast including the deceased’s favorite foods. All Saints Day bread is baked and shared among loved ones in Italy.
All Saints Novena Day 1
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 2
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 3
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 4
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 5
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 6
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 7
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 8
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
All Saints Novena Day 9
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Antiphon: O All ye Saints of God, vouchsafe to intercede for our salvation, and for that of all persons.
V. Be glad in our Lord, and rejoice ye just.
R. And Glory all ye right of Heart.
Let us Pray
Protect Thy people, O Lord: And, as we confide in the patronage of Thy Apostles, Peter and Paul, and of Thy other Apostles, so preserve and defend us continually. May all Thy Saints, we beseech Thee, O Lord, everywhere assist us; that whiles we celebrate their merits, we may find their patronage. Grant us Thy peace in our time, and drive away all wickedness from Thy Church. Direct our ways, actions and desires, and those of all Thy servants, in the prosperity of Thy saving conduct: Grant to our benefactors eternal blessings, and to the faithful departed, everlasting rest, through our Lord Jesus Thy Son. Amen.
V. O Lord, hear my Prayer.
R. And let my Cry come unto Thee.
V. Bless us our Lord.
R. Thanks be to God.
V. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.
R. Amen.
O Blessed Saints of Paradise, the glorious Citizens of Heaven, as I render most humble thanks to God for all the good He hath done you; so I beseech you to remember me in your prayers, and obtain for me the entire remission of my sins, the amendment of my life, and imitation of your good spirit, and holy graces, that I may be perfectly reconciled to my Savior, and always please Him, but especially I recommend to you the hour of my death, that by your holy intercession my soul may depart this world in the grace of God, and immediately come to Life Everlasting.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Prayer for All Saint Day
Dear God, thank you for the example of the Saints. I desire to join in their company, worshiping you forever in Heaven. Please help me follow their footsteps, and yours, Jesus Christ. Please help me to conform myself to Your image, seeking Your will in all things, as the Saints did. Please help me to devote myself, and all that I do, to Your glory, and to the service of my neighbors. Amen.
Thanks for reading All Saint Novena. Read Also other October Novenas.
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|---|---|---|
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| St. Gerard Novena Prayer | October 7 | October 16 |
| St. Hedwig Novena Prayer | October 7 | October 16 |
| St. Luke Novena Prayer | October 9 | October 18 |
| St. Isaac Jogues Novena Prayer | October 10 | October 19 |
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| St. John Paul II Novena Prayer | October 13 | October 22 |
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| St. Jude Novena Prayer | October 19 | October 28 |
| All Saints Novena Prayer | October 23 | November 1 |
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| Election Novena Prayer | October 26 | November 4 |
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