St. Theodora Guerin Novena Prayers

St. Theodora Guerin, a pioneering educator and founder of the Sisters of Providence, is celebrated for her unwavering faith and dedication to serving the poor and marginalized in 19th-century America.

About St. Theodora Guerin

St. Theodora Guerin was born in Etables, France, Anne-Thérèse Guérin’s life was shattered by her father’s murder when she was 15. For several years she cared for her mother and younger sister. She entered the Sisters of Providence in 1823, taking the name Sister Saint Theodore. An illness during novitiate left her with lifelong fragile health, but that did not keep her from becoming an accomplished teacher.

At the invitation of the bishop of Vincennes, Indiana, Sr. Saint Theodore and five sisters were sent to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, in 1840, to teach and to care for the sick poor. She was to establish a motherhouse and novitiate. Only later did she learn that her French superiors had already decided the sisters in the United States should form a new religious congregation under her leadership.

Mother Theodore and her community persevered despite fires, crop failures, prejudice against Catholic women religious, misunderstandings, and separation from their original religious congregation. She once told her sisters, “Have confidence in the Providence that so far has never failed us. The way is not yet clear. Grope along slowly. Do not press matters; be patient, be trustful.” Another time she asked, “With Jesus, what shall we have to fear?”

Mother Theodore was buried in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, now the Shrine of St. Mother Theodore, in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. She was beatified in 1998, and canonized as Saint Theodora Guérin eight years later.

Why Pray the St. Theodora Guerin Novena?

Praying the St. Theodora Guerin Novena is a meaningful way to seek inspiration and guidance in living a life of service, compassion, and faith. St. Theodora, known for her commitment to education and care for the marginalized, serves as a powerful intercessor for those involved in teaching and social justice work.

The novena encourages reflection on her virtues, such as perseverance and dedication, motivating participants to overcome challenges in their own lives. Additionally, it fosters a sense of community among those who pray together, uniting them in shared intentions for education and social service. Ultimately, the St. Theodora Guerin Novena is a beautiful opportunity to deepen one’s faith and commit to making a positive impact in the world, inspired by her legacy.

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Prayers

Novena to St. Theodora Guerin is a nine-day prayer experience designed to deepen your faith, strengthen your relationship with God, and seek the powerful intercession of St. Theodora Guerin.

You can pray the St. Theodora Guerin Novena for any intention!

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 1

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 2

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 3

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 4

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 5

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 6

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 7

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 8

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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

St. Theodora Guerin Novena Day 9

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

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, valiant woman of God,intercede for us in our needs. Implore for us through Jesus, the Christ, the gifts of a living faith,abiding hope and steadfast charity, so that through a life of prayer and service with others we may aid in promoting the Providence of God among all peoples.

Amen

(Mention your request here…)

Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, pray for us.

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