About St. Silas
Saint Silas, also known as Silvanus, was one of the earliest leaders of the Christian Church and a faithful missionary companion of Saint Paul. He played an important role in spreading the Gospel during the first century and is mentioned several times in the New Testament, especially in the Acts of the Apostles.
St. Silas accompanied St. Paul on missionary journeys, preaching the Good News and strengthening Christian communities. He is especially remembered for his imprisonment with St. Paul in Philippi, where they prayed and sang hymns to God even while suffering in chains. After a miraculous earthquake opened the prison doors, their faith led to the conversion of the jailer and his household.
St. Silas is honored as a courageous witness to Christ, a model of perseverance during suffering, and a saint who teaches us to remain faithful in every trial. His life inspires Christians to trust God, proclaim the Gospel boldly, and rejoice even in hardship.
Who is Saint Silas?
St. Silas was an early Christian missionary, prophet, and leader in the Church. He traveled with Saint Paul and helped spread Christianity throughout the Roman world.
What is Saint Silas known for?
He is best known for preaching the Gospel, enduring imprisonment for his faith, and remaining joyful in suffering through prayer and praise.
What do people pray for in the St. Silas Novena?
People often pray for:
- Courage during trials
- Strength in faith
- Perseverance in suffering
- Boldness in evangelization
- Trust in God’s plan
When is the feast day of Saint Silas?
His feast day is commonly celebrated on July 13 in the Roman Catholic Church.
Why pray the St. Silas Novena?
The St. Silas Novena is prayed to seek his intercession for courage, faith, and steadfast trust in Christ, especially during times of hardship and persecution.
| Novena Begins: | July 4 |
| Feast Day: | July 13 |
Patron Saint of Macedonia
Day 1 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 2 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 3 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 4 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 5 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 6 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 7 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 8 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Day 9 – St. Silas Novena
Let us begin in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
O glorious Saint Silas, at the consecration of this Church, you were chosen as our heavenly guardian, to support us with your prayers and strengthen us through your witness to the faith.
Pray for us, that we may have the courage to boldly proclaim the death and resurrection of Christ in our daily lives, so that we may follow in your footsteps and come to eternal joy.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
(Mention your request here…)
Saint Silas, pray for us.
Say 1: Our Father…
Say 1: Hail Mary…
Say 1: Glory Be…
Leave us your prayers…