About the Novena
The St. Charles Borromeo Novena is a powerful nine-day Catholic prayer asking for the intercession of St. Charles Borromeo, a great reformer of the Church and faithful shepherd of souls. Catholics pray this novena for stronger faith, spiritual renewal, wisdom, perseverance, and the grace to remain faithful to Christ and His Church.
What is the St. Charles Borromeo Novena?
The St. Charles Borromeo Novena is a nine-day Catholic prayer devotion seeking the intercession of St. Charles Borromeo for faith, renewal, wisdom, and spiritual strength.
Can I pray the St. Charles Borromeo Novena for wisdom?
Yes. Many Catholics pray this novena for wisdom, spiritual growth, perseverance, and grace to remain faithful during trials.
Who was St. Charles Borromeo?
St. Charles Borromeo was an Italian cardinal and archbishop of Milan who played a major role in Church reform after the Council of Trent. He was known for holiness, leadership, and care for the poor.
What is St. Charles Borromeo the patron saint of?
St. Charles Borromeo is often invoked by bishops, seminarians, catechists, and those seeking spiritual renewal and faithful leadership.
When should I pray the St. Charles Borromeo Novena?
You can pray this novena at any time of the year, especially before his feast day on November 4 or when seeking spiritual renewal.
How do I pray the St. Charles Borromeo Novena?
Pray the novena once each day for nine consecutive days. Offer your prayer intention, pray the daily novena prayer, and ask St. Charles Borromeo to intercede for you before God.
Why is St. Charles Borromeo important to Catholics?
St. Charles Borromeo is admired for his leadership, holiness, and dedication to reforming the Church. His life inspires Catholics to pursue holiness and serve the Church faithfully.
| Novena Begins: | October 26 |
| Feast Day: | November 4 |
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Day 1 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Charles Borromeo Novena
Let us begin. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Almighty God, You have generously made known to human beings the mysteries of Your life through Jesus Christ, Your Son, in the Holy Spirit.
Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which Your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them.
Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.
Let me realize that I am simply Your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things You have done for all Your creatures.
Help me to be faithful to this task that You have entrusted to me.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
St. Charles Borromeo, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
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