1. St. Jude Novena 2. St. Joseph Novena 3. St. Rita Novena 4. Holy Spirit Novena 5. St. Anthony Novena 6. Sacred Heart Novena 7. Divine Mercy Novena 8. St. Therese Novena 9. Miraculous Medal 10. St. Benedict Novena 11. St. Peregrine Novena 12. Our Lady of Lourdes

St. Joachim Novena – Pray for Fathers, Families, and Children

About St. Joachim

St. Joachim is honored in Christian tradition as the husband of St. Anne and the father of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Although he is not mentioned in the New Testament, his story has been preserved through early Christian tradition, especially the Protoevangelium of James.

According to tradition, Joachim and Anne prayed faithfully for many years for the gift of a child. God answered their prayers by blessing them with Mary, who would become the Mother of Jesus Christ. St. Joachim is remembered for his patience, humility, steadfast faith, and loving care for his family.

Today, St. Joachim is venerated as the patron saint of fathers, grandfathers, grandparents, and families. Together with St. Anne, he is honored on July 26 in the Roman Catholic Church.

Why Pray the St. Joachim Novena?

To pray for your children and grandchildren
To seek God’s blessing upon your family
To ask for wisdom and strength as a parent
To pray for fathers and grandfathers
To grow in patience and trust in God’s providence
To seek healing and unity within your family
To entrust your loved ones to God’s care

Who was St. Joachim?

St. Joachim is traditionally recognized as the husband of St. Anne and the father of the Blessed Virgin Mary. He is also honored as the grandfather of Jesus.

What is St. Joachim the patron saint of?

St. Joachim is the patron saint of fathers, grandfathers, grandparents, and families.

Why is St. Joachim important?

St. Joachim’s faithful prayers and trust in God prepared the way for the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary. His life reminds us of the importance of family, perseverance, and confidence in God’s promises.

What can I pray for in the St. Joachim Novena?

You may pray for your children, grandchildren, family unity, faithful parenting, healing, stronger faith, or any personal intention.

When should I pray the St. Joachim Novena?

You may pray the novena at any time during the year. Many Catholics begin it on August 31 so that it concludes on the Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne on September 9.

How long is the St. Joachim Novena?

The novena is prayed for nine consecutive days, asking God to hear your prayers through the intercession of St. Joachim.

Can I pray this novena for someone else?

Yes. You may offer the novena for your children, grandchildren, spouse, parents, friends, or anyone in need of God’s grace and St. Joachim’s intercession.

Novena Begins:	August 31
Feast Day:	September 9

Patron Saint of Fathers, Grandparents

Day 1 – St. Joachim Novena

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

Holy patron of my children, St. Joachim, take an interest in me, their father. Pray for me, that through your intercession I may receive the grace to influence my children by both word and example, so that they, by imitating your virtues, may grow to become faithful members of the Church and one day be received into the joy of Heaven.

Amen.