About the Novena
The St. Philip Neri Novena is a powerful nine-day Catholic prayer asking for the intercession of St. Philip Neri, the joyful saint known as the Apostle of Rome. Catholics pray this novena for joy, humility, holiness, spiritual growth, and a deeper love for God. Through his intercession, many seek the grace to live the Christian life with cheerful faith and charity.
What is the St. Philip Neri Novena?
The St. Philip Neri Novena is a nine-day Catholic prayer devotion seeking the intercession of St. Philip Neri for joy, holiness, humility, and spiritual growth.
Who was St. Philip Neri?
St. Philip Neri was an Italian priest known for his joyful spirit, deep holiness, and loving guidance of souls. He founded the Congregation of the Oratory and became known as the Apostle of Rome.
What is St. Philip Neri the patron saint of?
St. Philip Neri is often invoked by educators, youth, humorists, and those seeking joy and holiness in daily life.
When should I pray the St. Philip Neri Novena?
You can pray this novena at any time of the year, especially before his feast day on May 26 or when seeking spiritual joy and renewal.
How do I pray the St. Philip Neri Novena?
Pray the novena once each day for nine consecutive days. Offer your prayer intention, pray the daily novena prayer, and ask St. Philip Neri to intercede for you before God.
Can I pray the St. Philip Neri Novena for joy?
Yes. Many Catholics pray this novena for joy, inner peace, humility, stronger faith, and grace to serve God with a cheerful heart.
Why is St. Philip Neri important to Catholics?
St. Philip Neri is admired for his joyful holiness and compassionate ministry. His life reminds Catholics that true joy is found in loving and serving God.
| Novena Begins: | May 17 |
| Feast Day: | May 26 |
Patron Saint of Rome, Joy, US Forces
Day 1 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Philip Neri Novena
Let us begin, In the name oft he Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Philip Neri Novena
O Holy St. Philip Neri, Patron Saint of joy, you who trusted Scripture’s promise that the Lord is always at hand and that we need not have anxiety about anything, in your compassion heal our worries and sorrows and lift the burdens from our hearts.
We come to you as one whose heart swells with abundant love for God and all creation. Hear us, we pray, especially in this need…
(Mention your request here…)
Keep us safe through your loving intercession, and may the joy of the Holy Spirit which filled your heart, St. Philip, transform our lives and bring us peace.
Amen.
Pray 1 Our Father…
Pray 1 Hail Mary…
Pray 1 Glory Be…
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