Prayer of St. Therese of the Child Jesus

1. Twenty-Four Glory Be to the Father’s Novena to Saint Therese of the Child Jesus

Origin of the Novena
Father Putigan, a Jesuit, began the Novena to Saint Therese of the Child Jesus on December 3, 1925, asking the glorious Saint for one great favor. For nine days he recited the "Glory be to the Father" twenty-four times thanking the Holy Trinity for the favors and Graces showered on Saint Therese during the twenty-four years of her life on earth. The priest asked Saint Therese, that as a sign that his novena was heard he would receive from someone a freshly plucked rose. On the third day of the novena, an unknown person sought out Father Putigan and presented him with a beautiful rose.

Father Putigan began the second novena on December 24 of the same year, and as a sign, asked for a white rose. On the fourth day of this novena one of the Sister-nurses brought him a white rose saying:

"Saint Therese sent you this."

Amazed, the priest asked:

"Where did you get this?"

"I was in the chapel," said the Sister, "and as I was leaving I passed the altar above which hangs the beautiful picture of Saint Therese. This rose fell at my feet. I wanted to put it back into the bouquet, but a thought came to me that I should bring it to you."

Father Putigan received the favors he had petitioned of the Little Flower of Jesus, and promised to spread the novena to increase devotion to, and bring her more honor.

In this fashion, from the ninth to the seventeenth of each month, those who want to participate in the Twenty-four "Glory be to the Father's" novena, should add to those of their own, the intentions of all who are at that time making the novena, thus forming one great prayer in common.

THE NOVENA
The Twenty-four "Glory be to the Father's" novena can be said at any time. However, the ninth to the seventeenth of the month is particularly recommended, for on those days the petitioner joins in prayer with all those making the novena.

The "Glory be to the Father" praising the Holy Trinity is said twenty-four times each of the nine days, in thanksgiving for all the blessings and favors given to Saint Therese of the Child Jesus during the twenty-four years of her life. In addition, this, or a similar prayer may be used:

"Holy Trinity, God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, I thank Thee for all the blessings and favors Thou hast showered upon the soul of Thy servant Therese of the Child Jesus, during the twenty-four years she spent here on earth, and in consideration of the merits of this Thy most beloved Saint, I beseech Thee to grant me this favor, if it is in accordance with Thy most Holy Will and is not an obstacle to my salvation."

After this Prayer, follow the twenty-four "Glory be to the Father's," between each of which may be included this short prayer:

"Saint Therese of the Child Jesus, pray for us."

WITH ECCLESIASTICAL APPROVAL
The Glory Be Prayer
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,
world without end. Amen.

2. Prayer for Priests by St. Therese

O Jesus, Eternal Priest, keep Your priests within the shelter of Your Sacred Heart, where none may touch them. Keep unstained their anointed hands which daily touch Your Sacred Body. Keep unsullied their lips daily purpled with Your Precious Blood. Keep pure and unearthly their hearts sealed with the sublime mark of the priesthood. Let Your holy love surround them and shield them from the world’s contagion. Bless their labors with abundant fruit, and may the souls to whom they minister be their joy and consolation here, and in heaven their beautiful and everlasting crown. Amen.

3. Perpetual Novena Prayers in honor of St. Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face

O St. Therese of the Child Jesus, through the intercession of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, make Jesus’ kingdom come in our hearts, in our families, in our country and in all nations. Teach us your ‘Little Way’ to hasten the happy hour, when from pole to pole, the Sacred Heart of Jesus will be loved, honored and served within the one fold, whereof He is the Shepherd and the Master. Amen.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Your Kingdom come!

O Little Therese of the Child Jesus, who during your short life on earth, became a mirror of angelic purity, of love strong as death, and of whole-hearted abandonment to God, now that we rejoice in the reward of your virtue, cast a glance of pity on us as we leave all things in your hands. Make our troubles your own, and intercede for us with our Lady Immaculate, whose flower of special love you were, with that Queen of Heaven, “who smiled on you at the dawn of life.” Beg her as Queen of the Heart of Jesus to obtain for us the grace we yearn for so ardently, and to join with it a blessing that may strengthen us during life, defend us at the hour of death, and lead us straight on to happy eternity. Amen.

St. Therese of the Infant Jesus, Pray for us!

Prayer of Servant of God, Alfredo Maria Obviar

Almighty and ever loving Father, we thank You for granting Your Church an exemplary shepherd, ALFREDO MARIA OBVIAR. May we learn from his prayerful life, faithful endurance in sufferings and humble obedient to the Church. In Your merciful love, grant us the grace to raise him up to the altars so that in him You may be glorified. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit one God forever and ever. Amen.

(You may add):

Father, in Your loving compassion, lead us always to do your will, even as we ask You the grace (say your particular petition or favor) ___________________, wherein You may always be praised and your faithful servant ALFREDO MARIA OBVIAR can be presented as another example of holiness in the Church. This we ask through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be …

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel ………………………. Pray for us.
St. Joseph ……………………………………… Pray for us.
St. Therese of the Child Jesus ………………. Pray for us.

(Cum Permissu Ordinarii Loci)

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