NovenasNovena to Our Lady of Lourdes
Immaculate Conception - Healer of the Sick
Powerful novena to Our Lady of Lourdes, who appeared to St. Bernadette and identified herself as the Immaculate Conception. Patroness of the sick and those seeking healing.
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For healing of the sick
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
At Lourdes, Mary showed herself as the Health of the Sick. The waters of the spring she revealed have been the source of thousands of miraculous healings. She continues to bring healing to those who turn to her with faith.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, Health of the Sick, I bring before you all who suffer from illness. Obtain healing for them from your divine Son. If it is God's will, grant physical cure. But most importantly, bring healing to their souls. May all who are sick find comfort in your maternal love and strength in their trials. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For faith and conversion
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
At Lourdes, Our Lady repeatedly called for prayer, penance, and conversion. She told St. Bernadette to pray for sinners. The message of Lourdes is not just about physical healing but about spiritual conversion and return to God.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, you call us to conversion and penance. Help me to turn away from sin and turn toward God. Strengthen my faith. Give me the grace to live according to the Gospel. I pray also for the conversion of sinners, especially those I love who have wandered from the faith. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For the grace of penance
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
At Lourdes, Mary asked Bernadette to do penance for sinners. She showed the importance of sacrifice and mortification. Through small penances offered with love, we can help save souls and grow in holiness.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, you call us to penance. Help me to embrace small sacrifices and mortifications as acts of love for God and reparation for sin. May I fast, pray, and give alms not out of obligation but out of love. Through my penances, may souls be saved and God's mercy be revealed. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For humility and simplicity
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
Mary chose to appear to Bernadette, a poor, uneducated girl, rather than to the wealthy or powerful. She values humility and simplicity. St. Bernadette's humble acceptance of Mary's messages is a model for us all.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, you chose the humble St. Bernadette to receive your messages. Teach me humility and simplicity of heart. Help me to be little and poor in spirit. May I not seek recognition or status, but rather serve God in hiddenness and simplicity like Bernadette. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For trust in Mary's intercession
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
The countless miracles at Lourdes testify to Mary's powerful intercession. She brings our prayers to Jesus and obtains graces for us. We can trust completely in her maternal care and her desire to help us.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, I trust in your powerful intercession. You have worked so many miracles for those who turned to you in faith. Present my petitions to your Son. Obtain for me the graces I need, especially [mention your request]. I trust that you will help me in your own time and way. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For the Immaculate Conception
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
When Bernadette asked the Lady her name, Mary responded: 'I am the Immaculate Conception.' This confirmed the Church's dogma that Mary was conceived without original sin. Her sinlessness makes her the perfect Mother and intercessor.
Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, you are the Immaculate Conception, full of grace and free from all stain of sin. Help me to fight against sin in my own life. May I strive for purity and holiness, imitating your sinless life. Through your intercession, may I grow in grace and one day share in your glory. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For perseverance in prayer
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
At Lourdes, Mary asked Bernadette to pray the Rosary with her. The Rosary was central to the Lourdes apparitions. Mary calls us to pray constantly, especially the Rosary, which is a powerful weapon against evil and a path to peace.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, you prayed the Rosary with St. Bernadette. Teach me to love this prayer. Help me to pray the Rosary daily with devotion. Through the Rosary, may I meditate on the mysteries of your Son's life and grow closer to Jesus. May this prayer bring peace to my heart and to the world. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For renewal of baptismal grace
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
At Lourdes, Mary asked Bernadette to wash in the spring and drink from it. This recalls our baptism, where we were washed clean of sin and given new life in Christ. Lourdes calls us to renew our baptismal commitment.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, help me to live my baptismal commitment. May I remember that I belong to Christ and am called to live as His disciple. Renew in me the grace of baptism. May I live in the freedom of a child of God, rejecting sin and embracing holiness. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
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For hope and trust in God's will
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes
O ever Immaculate Virgin, Mother of Mercy, Health of the Sick, Refuge of Sinners, Comforter of the Afflicted, you know my wants, my troubles, my sufferings. Look upon me with mercy.
When you appeared in the grotto of Lourdes, you made it a privileged sanctuary where you dispense your favors, and where many sufferers have obtained the cure of their infirmities, both spiritual and physical. I come, therefore, with unbounded confidence to implore your maternal intercession.
Reflection
Not everyone who visits Lourdes receives physical healing, but all receive graces. God's will is always best, even when we don't understand. Mary teaches us to trust in God's plan and to accept His will with faith and hope.
Prayer
Our Lady of Lourdes, whether or not I receive the physical healing I seek, help me to trust in God's will. May I accept whatever He permits in my life, knowing that He loves me and desires my ultimate good. Give me the grace to say 'yes' to God as you did. Thank you for your intercession during these nine days. Continue to watch over me and lead me to your Son. Our Lady of Lourdes, Health of the Sick, pray for us! Amen.
Closing Prayer
O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. St. Bernadette, pray for us. Amen.
About this novena
Powerful novena to Our Lady of Lourdes, who appeared to St. Bernadette and identified herself as the Immaculate Conception. Patroness of the sick and those seeking healing.
Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes (February 11) or for healing
Traditional start: February 2
You can begin a novena at any time. Traditional dates are a guide, not a requirement.
