Our Lady of the Rosary Novena
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Show HideOur Lady of the Rosary is a title given to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Devotion to Our Lady of the Rosary dates back to the 1500s. This devotion began as the result of Mary’s intercession assisting Christians against Muslim agression.
Our Lady of the Rosary is a very powerful intercessor. You can use this novena to seek intercession from Our Lady of the Rosary in any aspect of your life!
About Our Lady of the Rosary
In the 1500s, Christians were in danger from the attacks of the Ottoman Empire. The Muslim Ottoman Empire was very powerful and had the material resources to conquer many Christian lands.
Pope Pius V realized that the advancing of the Muslim Ottomans was an immense threat to Christianity itself, since the conquering Muslims would not allow the Christians they conquered to continue practicing their faith. Because of this, Pope Pius V worked to unite several Christian nations to fight against the Ottoman Empire.
The Papal States, Spain, and Venice united in one naval force to fight against the Ottoman Empire. This coalition was called the Holy League.
On October 7, 1571, the Holy League set sail from Messina, Sicily. They met the Muslim navy in the Gulf of Lepanto. Pope Pius V knew that the Holy League was greatly disadvantaged against the powerful fleet of the Ottoman Empire. So he asked all Christians throughout Europe to pray the Rosary for victory in battle. He himself led a Rosary procession through Rome.
The Battle of Lepanto was particularly significant in the preservation of Christianity against Muslim agression. A victory for the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Lepanto could have given the Muslims access to the Atlantic Ocean and the Americas. It also could have allowed the Ottoman Empire to invade Italy. The sultan of the Ottoman Empire, who called himself the emperor of the Romans, could then have been in possession of Old Rome and New Rome.
Because of the great significance the Battle of Lepanto held for the future of Christianity, Pope Pius V urged Christians to pray fervently for victory.
While Christians throughout Europe prayed, the two naval forces fought for about five hours near western Greece on the north side of the Gulf of Corinth. Despite a great material disadvantage, the Holy League was able to defeat the forces of the Ottoman Empire. Many people considered the Christian victory to be miraculous because the material disadvantage of the Christian forces was so great.
Pope Pius V attributed the unlikely victory of the Christian forces to the intercession of Our Lady. In thanksgiving for Mary’s intercession and to commemorate the victory at the Battle of Lepanto, he instituted the feast of Our Lady of Victory.
Pope Gregory XIII changed the feast to the Feast of the Holy Rosary in 1573, and he moved its celebration to the first Sunday in October. During the liturgical reforms of the 1900s, the feast was moved to October 7th and given the name of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary.
Our Lady of the Rosary’s Feast Day: October 7th
Why Pray the Our Lady of the Rosary Novena?
Our Lady of the Rosary is the patron saint of the Rosary. You can seek her intercession if you are trying to grow in devotion to the Rosary. Or you can ask her to pray that someone you know may grow in devotion to the Rosary.
Our Lady of the Rosary is also the patron saint of many cities, countries, and dioceses. These include Lima, Peru; Columbia; North Carolina; Guatemala; Manilla; the Diocese of Toledo; and the Diocese of Malaga in Spain. You can seek her intercession if you live in one of these areas or if you are planning to travel to one of these areas. Or you can ask her to pray for someone you know who lives in or is traveling to one of these areas.
You can pray the Our Lady of the Rosary Novena for any intention!
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena Prayers
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 1
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, you care for each of us with tender motherly love. You wish us to truly turn to you so that you may care for us as a mother.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray that we and all people may grow in true devotion to you!
Pray for us, that we may make use of every help for salvation that God gives us. Pray that we may grow in holiness and virtue each day of our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 2
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, Christians turned to your powerful intercession when they were in need of help in the fight against the Ottoman Empire. Pope Pius V urged all Christians to pray the Rosary to ask for the help that was so greatly needed in the Battle of Lepanto.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray that we and all people may grow in true devotion to the Rosary!
Pray for us, that we may always ask in faith for all that we need. Pray that we may never be discouraged in our faith, even in times of difficulty.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 3
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, the Christian forces were at a great material disadvantage when they did battle against the Ottoman Empire. Despite these discouraging circumstances, Christians put their faith in God and turned confidently to your intercession.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray that we and all people may grow in the virtue of faith!
Pray for us, that we may grow in all virtues that are necessary for holiness. Pray that we may always hold fast to our faith even in times of great difficulty.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 4
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Pius V knew that the Christian forces were at a great disadvantage against the Ottoman Empire at the Battle of Lepanto. He urged all Christians to pray fervently for assistance until the Christians reached victory.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray that we and all people may grow in perseverance in prayer!
Pray for us, that we may never be discouraged as we pray for assistance. Pray that we may grow in holiness and virtue each day of our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 5
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Pius V called upon your powerful intercession in a time of great need for Christianity. A Christian defeat at the Battle of Lepanto would have greatly hindered the practice of the faith for a large part of the world. Your intercession helped preserve the faith against those who were hostile to it.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray for all persecuted Christians!
Pray for us, that we may always practice our faith courageously. Pray that we love God with greater devotion each day.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 6
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, the aggressions of the Ottoman Empire were a grave threat to Christianity, so Pope Pius V turned to your intercession. Through your assistance, the Christian forces were able to miraculously defeat the stronger naval forces of the Muslims.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray that all Christians may be able to freely practice their faith!
Pray for us, that we may grow in virtue and holiness each day of our lives. Pray that we may never allow any difficulties to prevent us from serving God.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 7
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Pius V turned to your intercession during a time of great conflict in the world. Battles were being fought between Muslim and Christian forces. Your intercession helped bring about Christian victory and helped bring about peace.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray for peace in our modern world!
Pray for us, that we may be eager to carry out God’s will in our lives and in the world. Pray that we may do all we can to preach the gospel to others.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 8
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, the hostilities of the Ottoman Empire were a great threat to Christianity. As Pope Pius V turned to your intercession during the Battle of Lepanto, he knew that your help was greatly needed to battle the Muslims.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray for the conversion of all who are hostile to Christianity!
Pray for us, that we may do all we can to bring others to conversion. Pray that we may be eager to share the faith with others at every opportunity.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Our Lady of the Rosary Novena - Day 9
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for giving us Your mother as Our Lady of the Rosary. Help us to turn to her as our mother in all of our needs!
Our Lady of the Rosary, the Christians were in grave danger from Muslim aggression when Pope Pius V sought your help during the Battle of Lepanto. He implored all Christians to pray the Rosary to obtain your assistance for the Church and the world.
Please bring all of our needs before the throne of your Divine Son, and we particularly ask today that you pray for the Church!
Pray for us too, that we may always do all we can to carry out God’s will in our lives. Pray that we may grow in holiness and every virtue each day of our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.