"Novena, in Roman Catholic practice, nine days of public or private prayer. The custom of extending a devotion nine days is of Roman origin: The parentalia novendialia was a nine-day observance celebrated by the ancient Romans in honor of deceased family members. The custom was adopted for Christian usage during the 17th century, although its prototype is sometimes seen in the period of prayer spent by the disciples of Jesus prior to the descent of the Holy Spirit (see Acts 1-2). Private novenas are frequently made in honor of the Virgin Mary. Perhaps the best-known liturgical novena is in honor of the Holy Spirit, celebrated as a preparation for Pentecost Sunday. Although the practice can appear superstitious, it is considered a legitimate devotional aid to extended prayer."
Holy Ghost for the Seven Gifts
Mother of God, Light in all Darkness
Our Lady, Queen of Angels Novena for the Defeat of Satan
Our Lady of Grace of the Miraculous Medal
Padre Pio Novena to the Sacred Heart
Saint Anne, Grandmother of Jesus Christ
Saint Edith Stein's Holy Spirit Novena
Saint Francis Xavier's Novena of Grace
Blessed John Duns Scotus history (Immaculate Conception Novena)
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