Novena to Saint Philomena (Litany)

"To Philomena, nothing is refused." 

Blessed Virgin Mary 

Normally the Novena and Litany to Saint Philomena is said 9 consecutive days from on 3 August to 11 August.

Saint Philomena helps in all sorts of problems, and is particularly invoked for help regarding conversion of sinners, return to the Sacraments, expectant mothers, destitute mothers, problems with children, unhappiness in the home, infertility, priests and their work, help for the sick, the missions, real estate, money problems, food for the poor and mental illness. Many saints have had a devotion to St. Philomena, including St. John Vianney. She is the patron saint of infants and youth.

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We beseech Thee, O Lord, to grant us the pardon of our sins by the intercession of Saint Philomena, virgin and martyr, who was always pleasing in Thy sight by her eminent chastity and by the profession of every virtue. Amen.

Illustrious virgin and martyr, Saint Philomena, behold me prostrate before the throne whereupon it has pleased the Most Holy Trinity to place thee. Full of confidence in thy protection, I entreat thee to intercede for me with God, from the heights of Heaven deign to cast a glance upon thy humble client! Spouse of Christ, sustain me in suffering, fortify me in temptation, protect me in the dangers surrounding me, obtain for me the graces necessary to me, and in particular 

(Here specify your petition).

Above all, assist me at the hour of my death. Saint Philomena, powerful with God, pray for us. Amen.

O God, Most Holy Trinity, we thank Thee for the graces Thou didst bestow upon the Blessed Virgin Mary, and upon Thy handmaid Philomena, through whose intercession we implore Thy Mercy. Amen.

OR

Dearest St. Philomena, your prayers are powerful because you are so close to Our Lord. Your child-like faith and devotion are an inspiration to all of the faithful. Many miracles have occurred as a result of your intercession. In your closeness to Our Lord, please lift up these my intentions in prayer…

(state your intentions)

St. Philomena, at such a young age, you gave everything to Jesus to be come a consecrated virgin for the Kingdom. Giving even more, you gave your live as you suffered a martyr’s death to preserve your gift to our Lord. Pray for me, that I might have the same faith and willingness to accept God’s will no matter the cost.

Amen.

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Litany of St. Philomena 

(Composed by St. John Vianney) 

Lord have mercy on us. 

Christ have mercy on us. 

Lord have mercy on us. 

God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us. 

God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us. 

God the Holy Ghost, have mercy on us. 

Holy Trinity one God, have mercy on us. 

Response after each phrase - Pray for Us 

Holy Mary, Queen of Virgins, 

St. Philomena, 

St. Philomena, filled with the most abundant graces from your very birth, 

St. Philomena, faithful imitator of Mary, 

St. Philomena, model of Virgins, 

St. Philomena, temple of the most perfect humility, 

St. Philomena, inflamed with zeal for the Glory of God, 

St. Philomena, victim of the love of Jesus, 

St. Philomena, example of strength and perseverance, 

St. Philomena, invincible champion of chastity, 

St. Philomena, mirror of the most heroic virtues, 

St. Philomena, firm and intrepid in the face of torments, 

St. Philomena, scourged like your Divine Spouse, 

St. Philomena, pierced by a shower of arrows, 

St. Philomena, consoled by the Mother of God, when in chains, 

St. Philomena, cured miraculously in prison, 

St. Philomena, comforted by angels in your torments, 

St. Philomena, who preferred torments and death to the splendors of a throne, 

St. Philomena, who converted the witnesses of your martyrdom, 

St. Philomena, who wore out the fury of your executioners, 

St. Philomena, protectress of the innocent, 

St. Philomena, patron of youth, 

St. Philomena, refuge of the unfortunate, 

St. Philomena, health of the sick and the weak. 

St. Philomena, new light of the church militant, 

St. Philomena, who confounds the impiety of the world, 

St. Philomena, who stimulates the faith and courage of the faithful, 

St. Philomena, whose name is glorified in Heaven and feared in Hell, 

St. Philomena, made illustrious by the most striking miracles, 

St. Philomena, all powerful with God, 

St Philomena, who reigns in Glory. 

Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world, spare us O Lord. 

Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord. 

Lamb of God Who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. 

V.) Pray for us, Great St. Philomena,
R.) That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us pray 

We implore Thee, O Lord, by the intercession of Saint Philomena, Virgin and Martyr, who was ever most pleasing to Thy eyes by reason of her eminent purity and the practice of all the virtues, pardon us our sins and grant us all the graces we need (and name any special grace you may require). Amen. 

St. Philomena, pray for us.