How to Pray the St. Athanasius Novena? Praying a St. Athanasius Novena involves a nine-day prayer devotion dedicated to St. Athanasius, the patron saint of Theologians, and Faithful Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christians. Here is a general guide on how to pray a St. Athanasius Novena:
- Preparation: Find a quiet place where you can focus and set aside some time each day for prayer. You can also gather a candle, a statue or image of St. Athanasius, and a St. Athanasius Novena prayer to recite.
- Intentions: Reflect and identify the specific intention or petition you have in mind when beginning the novena. It could be seeking St. Athanasius’s intercession for a difficult situation or asking for help in seemingly impossible circumstances.
- Opening: Begin with an opening prayer and state your intention or petition.
- Scripture Reading: Read a short passage from the Bible that relates to your intention or the theme of the novena.
- St. Athanasius Novena Prayer: Recite the St. Athanasius Novena prayer or a specific prayer dedicated to St. Athanasius. If you don’t have a specific prayer, you can search for St. Athanasius Novena prayers available online or in prayer books.
- Reflection and Meditation: After reciting the prayer, take some time to reflect on its meaning and consider the example and intercession of St. Athanasius.
- Closing: Conclude with a prayer of adoration, gratitude to St. Athanasius, and a closing prayer.
- Continue the Novena: Repeat the novena for nine consecutive days, following the steps mentioned above.
Remember, novenas are personal prayer devotions and can be adapted to your needs and preferences. It is also advisable to consult with a priest or spiritual advisor to better understand and properly observe the novena.
About St. Athanasius Novena
The Catholic Novena Prayer has composed this St. Athanasius Novena to be prayed yearly on April 23 – May 1, the nine days that precede the Solemnity of St. Athanasius on May 2. The novena may also be adapted for use at other times of the year, especially feasts celebrating St. Athanasius and occasions when his intercession is sought by the faithful.
St. Athanasius Novena All 9 Days
Pray this St. Athanasius Novena for your intentions asking St. Athanasius to intercede to God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit on your behalf!. St. Athanasius is the patron saint of Theologians, and Faithful Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christians.
| Novena | St. Athanasius Novena |
| Novena Begins | April 23 |
| Feast Day | May 2 |
| Patron Saint of | Theologians, and Faithful Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christians |
St. Athanasius Novena Day 1
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 2
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 3
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 4
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 5
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 6
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 7
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 8
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
St. Athanasius Novena Day 9
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, the Rewarder of faithful souls, grant that by the prayers of blessed Saint Athanasius, Thy confessor and Bishop, whose venerable festival we celebrate, we may obtain pardon.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, world without end.
Amen
(Mention your request here…)
Saint. Athanasius, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…