About St. Ambrose Novena
The St. Ambrose Novena is a powerful nine-day Catholic prayer asking for the intercession of St. Ambrose, one of the great Doctors of the Church and a courageous bishop known for his wisdom and strong defense of the Catholic faith. Catholics pray this novena for wisdom, courage, leadership, deeper faith, and spiritual strength to remain faithful to Christ.
What is the St. Ambrose Novena?
The St. Ambrose Novena is a nine-day Catholic prayer devotion seeking the intercession of St. Ambrose for wisdom, courage, strong faith, and spiritual growth.
Who was St. Ambrose?
St. Ambrose was the Bishop of Milan, a renowned theologian, preacher, and Doctor of the Church. He played a major role in defending Catholic doctrine and guiding the early Church.
What is St. Ambrose the patron saint of?
St. Ambrose is the patron saint of beekeepers, students, learning, and Catholic theologians.
When should I pray the St. Ambrose Novena?
You can pray this novena at any time of the year, especially before his feast day on December 7 or when seeking wisdom and courage.
How do I pray the St. Ambrose Novena?
Pray the novena once each day for nine consecutive days. Offer your prayer intention, pray the daily novena prayer, and ask St. Ambrose to intercede for you before God.
Can I pray this novena for wisdom?
Yes. Many Catholics pray this novena for wisdom, stronger faith, courage in defending truth, and grace for leadership.
Why is St. Ambrose important to Catholics?
St. Ambrose is important because of his profound teaching, courageous leadership, and defense of the Catholic faith. His life continues to inspire Catholics to stand firm in truth and holiness.
| Novena Begins: | November 28 |
| Feast Day: | December 7 |
Patron Saint of Beekeepers, Learners, Milan
Day 1 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Ambrose Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord, You made Saint Ambrose an outstanding teacher of the Catholic faith and gave him the courage of an apostle.
Raise up in Your Church more leaders after Your own heart, to guide us with courage and wisdom.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
Saint Ambrose, pray for us.
(Mention your request here…)
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
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