What is St. Apollonia known for?
St. Apollonia was a holy Christian virgin and martyr who lived in Alexandria, Egypt, in the 3rd century. During a violent persecution of Christians under the Roman emperor Decius, she was seized by a mob who tried to force her to renounce her faith. When she refused, they beat her and knocked out all of her teeth.
Despite her intense suffering, Apollonia remained steadfast in her love for Christ. According to tradition, rather than betray her faith, she willingly embraced martyrdom, leaping into the flames that her persecutors had prepared for her.
Her courage and witness have made her a powerful intercessor for those in pain—especially those suffering from dental problems. St. Apollonia is a shining example of strength, purity, and unwavering faith in the face of persecution.
St. Apollonia, pray for us!
Why Pray the St. Apollonia Novena?
Catholics pray the St. Apollonia Novena for:
- Relief from tooth pain
- Dental health
- Successful dental procedures
- Healing from oral diseases
- Dentists and dental professionals
- Strength during suffering
- Good health
- Special intentions
- Trust in God’s providence
Who was Saint Apollonia?
Saint Apollonia was an early Christian virgin and martyr who gave her life for Christ during a persecution in Alexandria, Egypt.
What is Saint Apollonia the patron saint of?
Saint Apollonia is the patron saint of dentists, dental hygienists, dental patients, and those suffering from tooth pain.
What is the St. Apollonia Novena?
The St. Apollonia Novena is a nine-day Catholic prayer devotion asking for her intercession for dental health, healing, and strength during suffering.
Can I pray the novena for tooth pain?
Yes. Many Catholics pray to Saint Apollonia for relief from toothaches and dental problems.
Can dentists pray to Saint Apollonia?
Yes. Dentists, oral surgeons, hygienists, and all dental professionals often seek her intercession.
When should I pray the St. Apollonia Novena?
The novena may be prayed at any time, especially before dental treatment, during illness, or before her feast day on February 9.
Is Saint Apollonia associated with healing?
Yes. For centuries she has been invoked by those seeking relief from dental pain and physical suffering.
Can I pray the novena for someone else?
Yes. You may pray for family members, friends, patients, or anyone experiencing health concerns.
What can we learn from Saint Apollonia?
Saint Apollonia teaches us courage, perseverance, and unwavering faith in Christ even during times of suffering.
Why is Saint Apollonia still important today?
Her witness reminds us to trust God in difficult moments and seek His grace for both physical and spiritual healing.
| Novena Begins: | January 31 |
| Feast Day: | February 9 |
Day 1 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Apollonia Novena
Let us begin, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious St. Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry and refuge of all those suffering from diseases of the teeth, I consecrate myself to thee, beseeching thee to number me among thy faithful clients.
Assist me by thy intercession with God in my daily work, and obtain for me the grace of a happy death. Pray that my heart, like thine, may be inflamed with the love of Jesus and Mary, through Christ our Lord.
O my God, bring me safely through temptation and strengthen me as Thou didst Thy faithful servant, St. Apollonia, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Apollonia, pray for us.
Pray: 1 Our Father…
Pray: 1 Hail Mary…
Pray: 1 Glory Be…
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