About St. Marianne Cope
Born in 1838 in Heppenheim, Germany (emigrating as an infant to Utica, New York), Marianne Cope entered the Sisters of St. Francis at age 23. For nearly 25 years she led schools and orphanages across central New York, becoming Mother Superior in 1882. Responding to a plea from King Kalākaua of Hawai‘i, she and six sisters volunteered in 1883 to serve those afflicted with Hansen’s disease on the remote island of Moloka‘i. There, Mother Marianne transformed care at the Kalaupapa settlement—bringing compassionate nursing, clean facilities, and spiritual comfort—serving side by side with St. Damien. She lived among her patients, teaching them dignity in suffering and unwavering trust in Divine Providence. She died in 1918 and was canonized in 2012, honored for her self‑sacrificing love and tireless advocacy for society’s most marginalized.
Who was Saint Marianne Cope?
St. Marianne Cope was a Franciscan religious sister who dedicated her life to caring for people with Hansen’s disease (leprosy) in Hawaii. She is remembered for her compassion, courage, and unwavering faith.
What is St. Marianne Cope the patron saint of?
Although she has no universally declared patronage, she is widely invoked by:
- Nurses and healthcare workers
- Caregivers
- Missionaries
- Those suffering from serious illness
- People serving the poor and marginalized
What do people pray for in the St. Marianne Cope Novena?
Many people pray this novena to ask for:
- Physical healing
- Comfort during illness
- Compassion and charity
- Strength to care for others
- Courage in difficult circumstances
- Trust in God’s will
When is the feast day of Saint Marianne Cope?
Her feast day is celebrated on January 23.
Why should I pray the St. Marianne Cope Novena?
The St. Marianne Cope Novena is a beautiful way to seek her intercession for healing, perseverance, and a heart filled with Christ-like compassion. Her example encourages us to love and serve those who are suffering, just as Jesus did.
| Novena Begins: | January 14 |
| Feast Day: | January 23 |
Patron Saint of Lepers
Day 1 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Marianne Cope Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You gave us the commandment to love God and our neighbor, and You identified Yourself in a special way with the poorest and most needy of Your people. Hear our prayer.
Faithful to Your teaching, Saint Marianne Cope loved and served her neighbor, especially the most abandoned and outcast, giving herself generously and heroically to those afflicted with leprosy. She relieved their physical and spiritual suffering, helping them to accept their trials with patience and trust in God. Her loving care and compassion revealed the great love You have for all Your children.
Through her merits and intercession, grant us the favor we confidently ask of You, that the people of God, inspired by her life and apostolic example, may practice charity toward all according to Your word and example.
Amen.
Through the intercession of Saint Marianne Cope, I ask for the grace of:
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Marianne Cope, pray for us.
Pray 1: Our Father…
Pray 1: Hail Mary…
Pray 1: Glory Be…
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