Novena for the Family
Written March 19th, 2015
Solemnity of St. Joseph
To be prayed for a special intercessory intention or for the family in general, individually or as a group.
Formula:
1. Sign of the Cross
2. Act of Humility for Family Members
3. Daily Scripture Reading
4. Daily Prayer Intention
5. Our Father
6. Hail Mary
7. Glory Be
8. Litany of the Family
Daily Intentions
1. For love between spouses
2. That families may welcome others into
their home
3. That families take care of their own elderly 4. For protection from temptation and/or addictions
5. That children respect and obey their parents
6. That parents love and understand their children
7. That parents live out the Gospel as an example to their children
8. For Christian unity within the domestic church
9. For forgiveness of past wrongs and reconciliation
Act of Humility for Family Members
O God, rich in mercy and abounding in love, I confess to you that I have failed as a family member and sinned against my own blood through my actions and inactions, through selfish choices and negligence to love. As your [son/daughter] I ask your forgiveness and firmly resolve to respond to my own family, in my heart and in my actions, as you would, Lord: recognizing them as a precious gift, a beloved people. May the prayers I offer to you on behalf of all families be well-received and effective in your heavenly kingdom.