About St. George
The devotion to this holy martyr dates back to at least the fifth century. It can be proved that the oldest of the Churches dedicated to his honor in Constantinople were built by Constantine the Great, which would be a much earlier date.
Very little is known of St. George’s life. It is supposed that he suffered martyrdom in the persecution under Diocletian at Nicomedia in the beginning of the fourth century. Among the Greeks, he is still called “the Great Martyr” and his feast is kept as a holy day of obligation. The intercession of the Saint was implored especially in battles, as he is said to have been a soldier. Under the first Norman kings, he was chosen as Patron Saint of England and Edward III instituted an order of knighthood in his honor. There are some who suppose that it was St. George who tore down the imperial edicts of persecution when they were first published at Nicomedia.
He is generally represented as engaged in combat with a dragon, which has long been considered a symbol of evil (the devil is called a dragon in the book of the Apocalypse). This story is called the “Golden Legend” where a dragon who once lived in a lake in Lybia, defeated whole armies by its sheer fierceness and strength. The monster ate two sheep each day and when they were gone, young women were then substituted. Saint George heard the story on a day when a princess was to be eaten. So he crossed himself, rode into battle on his horse against the serpent, and killed it with a single blow of his spear. He then made a great Christian sermon about faith and converted all the local people. The reward he was given by the King was given to the poor and he rode away.
St. George, pray for us in our daily battles!
What is the St. George Novena?
The St. George Novena is a nine-day Catholic prayer devotion seeking the intercession of St. George for courage, protection, spiritual strength, and perseverance.
Who was St. George?
St. George was a Christian soldier and martyr who lived during the Roman Empire. He is remembered for his bravery, faith in Christ, and steadfast witness even unto death.
What is St. George the patron saint of?
St. George is the patron saint of soldiers, scouts, and many countries and cities. He is also invoked for protection and courage in spiritual battles.
When should I pray the St. George Novena?
You can pray this novena at any time of the year, especially before his feast day on April 23 or when seeking protection and courage.
How do I pray the St. George Novena?
Pray the novena once each day for nine consecutive days. Offer your prayer intention, pray the daily novena prayer, and ask St. George to intercede for you before God.
Can I pray the St. George Novena for protection?
Yes. Many Catholics pray this novena for protection from danger, spiritual attacks, fear, and difficult trials.
Why is St. George important to Catholics?
St. George inspires Catholics through his courage, unwavering faith, and willingness to suffer for Christ. His life reminds us to stand firm in faith against evil.
| Novena Begins: | April 14 |
| Feast Day: | April 23 |
Name Meaning: “The farmer”
Patron Saint of: Boy scouts, field workers, lepers, skin diseases, soldiers, shepherds, syphilis, agricultural workers, farmers.
Day 1 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. George Novena
Let us begin, In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, St. George, favored by God with the gift of faith and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, thou didst fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part thee from the love of Christ.
I fervently implore thee, for the sake of this love, to help me by thy intercession to overcome the temptations that surround me, and to bear bravely the trials that oppress me, so that I may patiently carry the cross placed upon me. Let neither distress nor difficulties separate me from the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Valiant champion of the Faith, assist me in the combat against evil, that I may win the crown promised to those who persevere unto the end.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint George, pray for us.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
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