St. David of Wales Novena Prayers

St. David of Wales is the patron saint of Wales, celebrated for his piety, leadership, and the founding of a monastic community that played a significant role in the spread of Christianity throughout the region.

About St. David of Wales

David is the patron saint of Wales and perhaps the most famous of British saints. Ironically, we have little reliable information about him.

It is known that he became a priest, engaged in missionary work, and founded many monasteries, including his principal abbey in southwestern Wales. Many stories and legends sprang up about David and his Welsh monks.

Their austerity was extreme. They worked in silence without the help of animals to till the soil. Their food was limited to bread, vegetables and water.

In about the year 550, David attended a synod where his eloquence impressed his fellow monks to such a degree that he was elected primate of the region. The episcopal see was moved to Mynyw, where he had his monastery, now called St. David’s.

He ruled his diocese until he had reached a very old age. His last words to his monks and subjects were: “Be joyful, brothers and sisters. Keep your faith, and do the little things that you have seen and heard with me.”

Saint David is pictured standing on a mound with a dove on his shoulder. The legend is that once while he was preaching a dove descended to his shoulder and the earth rose to lift him high above the people so that he could be heard. Over 50 churches in South Wales were dedicated to him in pre-Reformation days.

Why Pray the St. David of Wales Novena?

Praying the St. David of Wales Novena provides a meaningful opportunity to seek inspiration from a saint who exemplified humility, devotion, and service to his community.

St. David’s commitment to spreading Christianity and his emphasis on living a simple, holy life can motivate individuals to deepen their own faith and live out their values in daily life.

Through this novena, believers can ask for St. David’s intercession in their personal struggles, especially in matters of faith, courage, and perseverance.

Additionally, reflecting on his teachings can encourage a greater appreciation for the importance of community and service, helping to foster a spirit of charity and compassion. Ultimately, this prayerful journey can strengthen one’s relationship with God while honoring the rich spiritual heritage of Wales.

St. David of Wales Novena Prayers

Pray this St. David of Wales Novena for your intentions asking St. David of Wales to intercede to God the Father, His Son Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.

You can pray the St. St. David of Wales Novena for any intention!

St. David of Wales Novena Day 1

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 2

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 3

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection .In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 4

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 5

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 6

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 7

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 8

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…

St. David of Wales Novena Day 9

Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God our Father, You gave the bishop David to the Welsh Church to uphold the faith and to be an example of Christian perfection. In this changing world may he help us to hold fast to the values which bring eternal life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who being God, lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever.

Amen.

(Mention your request here…)

St. David of Wales, pray for us.

Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…