Novena of St. John Bosco, Day 1
(Patron Saint of youth, his relic resides in the altar of St. Luke)
Begin Prayer
- Make the sign of the Cross.
- Briefly center yourself in God's Presence.
- Take at least one deep breath in and out.
- Prayer "Come, Lord Jesus. Come, Holy Spirit."
O Saint John Bosco, you loved Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and zealously promoted this devotion by encouraging participation in the Holy Eucharist, reception of Holy Communion and daily Visits. Pray for us that, inspired by your example, we may grow in this love, so that we may end our days strengthened and comforted by the Heavenly Food of the Most Holy Eucharist.
Through your intercession may God grant me the following grace... [pause]... so that together with others I may assist in bringing young people to the love of Christ in the Eucharist.
Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory be to the Father...
If you desire to continue the "Choose your own Adventure Challenge" begin / continue below...
Choose Your Own Adventure Challenge
Choose to pray one of the following: a, b, or c.
In each case you are giving the Lord permission and declaring yourself open to encountering Him in your upcoming day in a particular way.
(If feeling ambitious, you may choose more than one adventure)
a. Lord God, show me your love for me today…
b. Lord God, point out someone who needs Your love & grace today...
If you notice the person you believe God is pointing out to you, you may either choose to interact with them, or you may decide to simply pray for them in the moment. This may be in public, in your home, or the Lord may simply bring someone to your mind, and then you can choose to pray for them, or possibly reach out to them by text or phone call.
c. Lord God, send me someone who needs your love today…
...after choosing your “adventure(s),” continue the prayer …
…because Father, every person on this earth was made for love which means made for You! Father I know you love me and delight in me even when I am not aware of that love. Holy Spirit, you delight in making me an instrument of Divine grace to lead people to encounter Jesus. Help me, Lord Jesus, to awaken and see and feel how & where you are present in my daily life, and also where You are asking me to show your Heart for others! Amen.
Choose to pray one of the following: a, b, or c.
In each case you are giving the Lord permission and declaring yourself open to encountering Him in your upcoming day in a particular way.
(If feeling ambitious, you may choose more than one adventure)
a. Lord God, show me your love for me today…
b. Lord God, point out someone who needs Your love & grace today...
If you notice the person you believe God is pointing out to you, you may either choose to interact with them, or you may decide to simply pray for them in the moment. This may be in public, in your home, or the Lord may simply bring someone to your mind, and then you can choose to pray for them, or possibly reach out to them by text or phone call.
c. Lord God, send me someone who needs your love today…
...after choosing your “adventure(s),” continue the prayer …
…because Father, every person on this earth was made for love which means made for You! Father I know you love me and delight in me even when I am not aware of that love. Holy Spirit, you delight in making me an instrument of Divine grace to lead people to encounter Jesus. Help me, Lord Jesus, to awaken and see and feel how & where you are present in my daily life, and also where You are asking me to show your Heart for others! Amen.
Affirmations (please say these to yourself)
- I trust that God loves me, will lead me, and never abandons me.
- I will not become discouraged. Discouragement never comes from God.
- God is with me on this journey, and becoming aware of His presence takes time.
- God is always patient. The Holy Spirit dwells within me and I am never alone.
- I will not tire of asking God for help, since God delights in my asking.
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