About the Novena for Alcohol Addiction
The Novena for Alcohol Addiction is a powerful Catholic prayer for those struggling with alcoholism and for families carrying the burden of addiction. Through this nine-day novena, we ask God for healing, strength, freedom, and the grace to overcome dependency. Whether praying for yourself or for a loved one, this novena invites you to place your suffering in God’s merciful hands and trust in His power to restore and renew.
What is the Novena for Alcohol Addiction?
The Novena for Alcohol Addiction is a nine-day Catholic prayer devotion asking God for healing, recovery, strength, and freedom from alcohol dependency.
Can I pray this novena for someone else?
Yes. You may pray this novena for a spouse, parent, child, friend, or anyone struggling with alcohol addiction. Prayer can be a powerful way to support loved ones.
Which saints are associated with addiction recovery?
Many Catholics ask the intercession of Saint Maximilian Kolbe, Saint Monica, and Saint Mark Ji Tianxiang for strength, perseverance, and healing from addiction.
When should I pray the novena?
You can pray this novena at any time, especially during difficult seasons of recovery, relapse, or when seeking hope and spiritual strength.
Can prayer help with addiction recovery?
Prayer can provide comfort, hope, and spiritual strength. Many people find that combining prayer, faith, community support, and professional treatment helps them in recovery.
Is there hope for someone struggling with alcoholism?
Yes. Recovery is possible. With God’s grace, support from loved ones, and proper care, many people find healing, freedom, and renewed life.
Day 1 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – Novena For Alcohol Addiction
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear St. Monica, troubled wife and mother,
Many sorrows pierced your heart during your lifetime.
Yet you never despaired or lost faith.
With confidence, persistence and profound faith,
you prayed daily for the conversion of your beloved husband, Patricius,
and your beloved son, Augustine.
Grant me that same fortitude, patience and trust in the Lord.
Intercede for me, dear St. Monica,
(Mention your request here…)
and grant me the grace to accept his will in all things,
through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever. Amen
Saint Monica Patron Saint of Alcoholics, pray for us
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…


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