About St. John the Baptist?
St. John the Baptist is one of the greatest saints in the Catholic Church — a prophet chosen by God to prepare the way for Jesus Christ. He was the cousin of Jesus, miraculously born to Zechariah and Elizabeth in their old age. Even before his birth, John leapt in his mother’s womb when Mary, pregnant with Jesus, visited Elizabeth — a beautiful moment that shows his deep connection to the Savior.
John lived a life of simplicity and boldness. He wore camel’s hair, ate wild honey and locusts, and preached in the desert, calling people to repentance. His message was clear: “Prepare the way of the Lord” (Luke 3:4). He baptized people in the Jordan River, and when Jesus came to him, he humbly recognized Him as the Lamb of God.
John’s courage eventually led to his martyrdom. He was imprisoned and beheaded by King Herod for speaking the truth. Yet his legacy lives on — as the last and greatest prophet before Christ, and a model of humility, truth, and fearless faith.
| Novena Begins: | June 15 |
| Feast Day: | June 24 |
Patron Saint of Baptism, monks, conversion, Jordan Puerto Rico, and many other places
Day 1 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – Novena to St. John The Baptist
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. John, from all eternity you were chosen To prepare the way for Our Lord Jesus Christ. We implore your intercession for …
(Mention your request here…)
For all of our members in their work And for all those we serve. Pray for us that we may receive the courage and strength To persevere in announcing the Good News of Jesus Christ, Who came to seek and save the lost, To heal the broken hearted and to bind up their wounds. May we be guided by the Holy Spirit With good words of counsel for those in need. May we be strengthened by your prayers And good example as we prepare the way for the Healing power of Jesus to heal and transform Those entrusted to our care. We ask all of this through Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Amen
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
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