St Peter Chanel Novena
St. Peter Chanel was a 19th-century Marist missionary and the first martyr of Oceania, whose death on the island of Futuna led to the eventual conversion of its people. This novena seeks his intercession for courage in evangelization, perseverance through trials, and the inspiration of new religious vocations.
Day 1
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 2
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 3
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 4
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 5
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 6
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 7
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 8
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 9
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. O God, Thou gave the Church St Peter Chanel as an example of holiness, crowning him with martyrdom. He showed the people of Oceania Thy gentleness, compassion, and love. Grant that in these days of paschal joy we may so celebrate the mysteries of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as to bear worthy witness to newness of life. We especially ask, through St Peter Chanel’s intercession, for the graces of (mention request here…) Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. St Peter Chanel, you left your homeland to proclaim Jesus, Savior of the world, to the peoples of Oceania. Guided by the Holy Spirit, who is the strength of the gentle, you bore witness to love, even laying down your life. Grant that like you we may live our daily life in peace, joy, and in love. May your prayer and example call forth from our midst many workers for the Gospel so that God’s kingdom may reach to the ends of the earth. Amen. Our Father Hail Mary Glory Be St Peter Chanel, pray for us!In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Send me your answered prayers from the St Peter Chanel Novena Click here to get the Catholic Novena Ebook for FREE, as well as reminders of when novenas begin Read more about the patron saint of Oceania and for the courage to evangelize on the St Peter Chanel Saint Page. St Ignatius of Loyola Novena
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