About Saint John Baptist de Rossi
Saint John Baptist de Rossi (1698–1764) was born in Voltaggio, Italy. Although he struggled with poor health throughout his life, he dedicated himself completely to serving the people of Rome after his ordination to the priesthood.
He became widely known for his ministry to the poor, the homeless, prisoners, travelers, and the sick. He spent long hours in the confessional, offering God’s mercy to all who sought forgiveness, and worked tirelessly to care for those whom society often overlooked.
Despite physical suffering, he never ceased preaching the Gospel with humility and compassion. His life became a shining example of pastoral charity and faithful priestly service.
He was canonized by Pope Leo XIII in 1881.
His feast day is celebrated on May 23.
Who was St. John Baptist de Rossi?
St. John Baptist de Rossi was an Italian Catholic priest known for his compassionate ministry to the poor, prisoners, the sick, travelers, and those in spiritual need. He devoted his life to preaching, hearing confessions, and serving the forgotten.
What Can I Pray the St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena For?
ou can pray this novena for:
- Growth in charity and compassion.
- Faithful priests and seminarians.
- Love for the poor and marginalized.
- Spiritual renewal.
- Perseverance in faith.
- Healing and comfort for the sick.
- A deeper sacramental life.
- Humility in service.
- Personal intentions.
When is the feast day of St. John Baptist de Rossi?
The Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. John Baptist de Rossi on May 23.
What is St. John Baptist de Rossi the patron saint of?
Although he does not have a universally recognized official patronage, he is widely regarded as a model for priests, confessors, pastoral ministry, and charitable service to the poor and marginalized.
What can I pray for in the St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena?
You may pray for compassion, growth in holiness, faithful priests, love for the poor, perseverance in faith, healing, and your personal intentions.
How do I pray the St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena?
Pray the novena once each day for nine consecutive days, asking for God’s grace through the intercession of St. John Baptist de Rossi. Conclude each day with one Our Father, one Hail Mary, and one Glory Be.
Why should Catholics pray to St. John Baptist de Rossi?
His life reminds us that holiness is found in humble service. He teaches us to show God’s mercy through acts of charity, compassionate listening, faithful prayer, and love for those most in need.
| Novena Begins: | May 14 |
| Feast Day: | May 23 |
Day 1 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
Pray One: Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. John Baptist de Rossi Novena
Let us begin,
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O God, Light of the faithful and Shepherd of souls, You raised up Saint John Baptist de Rossi in Your Church to nourish Your people through his preaching and to guide them by the example of his holy life.
Through his loving intercession, grant that we may faithfully preserve the truths of the Catholic faith that he proclaimed and follow the path of charity, humility, and compassionate service that he so beautifully lived.
Teach us to love You above all things, to care for the poor, the sick, and those who are forgotten, and to bring Your mercy and hope to everyone we encounter.
May we always remain faithful to Your Gospel and one day share with Saint John Baptist de Rossi the eternal joy of Your heavenly kingdom.
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.
(Mention your prayer intention here…)
Saint John Baptist de Rossi, faithful priest and compassionate servant of the poor, pray for us.
Pray One: Our Father…
Pray One: Hail Mary…
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