What is St. Expedite Known for?
St. Expedite is a popular saint known for his powerful intercession in urgent needs and quick solutions. Though little is known about his life with certainty, tradition holds that he was a Roman soldier who converted to Christianity and was martyred for his faith around the 4th century.
Devotion to St. Expedite spread due to countless testimonies of swift help in times of trouble, especially in financial needs, legal matters, and desperate situations. He is often depicted holding a cross with the word “HODIE” (Latin for “Today”), symbolizing his prompt assistance.
Many turn to St. Expedite in faith, asking for immediate help when time is of the essence.
Quick Facts About St. Expedite
- Patron Saint of: Urgent Causes, Emergencies, Expeditious Solutions, against Procrastination, Merchants, Sailors, Students, and Programmers
- Feast Day: April 19
- Also known as: Saint of Urgent Needs / Saint of Immediate Help
- Martyr: Roman soldier who converted to Christianity
- Symbol: Often shown stepping on a crow (symbol of “tomorrow”) while holding a cross that says “Today”
How to Pray the St. Expedite Novena
- Pray once a day for 9 consecutive days
- Best prayed in the morning or whenever you feel the urgent need
- Optional: Light a red or white candle, have an image of St. Expedite, and pray with strong faith and confidence in quick intercession
| Novena Begins: | April 10 |
| Feast Day: | April 19 |
Day 1 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – Saint Expedite Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I call forth the Power and presence of Saint Expedite in my time of financial trouble.
I offer my body, heart, mind and soul upon your altar of light.
I have faith, trust and complete confidence that you will be my strength in this time of need.
Quickly come to my assistance. Bring to me…
(Clearly express what you need, and ask Him to find a way to get it to you)
My financial need is urgent.
Be my light and guide in this situation so that I may live with peace, love, prosperity and abundance and in the Praise of God.
(Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted.)
Amen.
Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be…
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