NovenasNovena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Queen of the Scapular
Powerful novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, protector of those who wear her scapular. She promises to liberate her devoted followers from purgatory.
Complete prayer texts. No account needed.
1/ 9
For gratitude and protection through the Scapular
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
The Brown Scapular is a sacramental given by Our Lady to St. Simon Stock in 1251 with the promise: 'Whosoever dies wearing this scapular shall not suffer eternal fire.' Today we thank Mary for this gift and ask her protection for all who wear it.
Prayer
Dear Lady of Mount Carmel, thank you for the gift of the scapular, your special sign of love and protection. We ask you today to protect all those who wear your scapular. May we always be faithful to our commitment and find in you a loving Mother who leads us to Jesus. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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/ 9
For religious vocations
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
The Carmelite Order has given the Church many great saints, including St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, St. Thérèse of Lisieux, and St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross. Today we pray for all Carmelite religious and for more vocations to the contemplative life.
Prayer
O Lady of Mount Carmel, Mother of the Carmelite family, we pray for all religious communities under your patronage. Bless them with fervent vocations and help them to be faithful to their calling. May their prayer and sacrifice bear fruit for the whole Church. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
3/ 9
For the poor and suffering
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
On Mount Carmel, the prophet Elijah prayed during a great drought until a small cloud appeared over the sea, bringing rain to the parched land. Mary is that cloud of mercy who brings relief to the suffering. Today we pray for all who are in material or spiritual need.
Prayer
Mother of Mercy, you have always been an advocate for the poor and suffering. We bring before you today all those who are in need—the hungry, the homeless, the sick, and the dying. Through your powerful intercession, bring them relief and comfort. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
4/ 9
For a deeper relationship with Mary
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
When you gave us the Scapular, Gracious Lady, you called us to be not only servants but also your own children. Mary is our Mother, given to us by Jesus from the Cross. She desires an intimate relationship with each of us and wants to lead us closer to her Son.
Prayer
O Lady of Mount Carmel, we ask you to gain for us from your Son the grace to live as your children in joy, peace, and love. Help those who struggle to know you and accept you as Mother. Through the scapular devotion, draw all souls into deeper relationship with you and with Jesus. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
5/ 9
For the dying and the bereaved
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
Mary promises to be with us at the hour of death. She who stood at the foot of the Cross knows the agony of loss and the fear of death. She is the comfort of the dying and the consolation of those who mourn.
Prayer
Mother of Fair Love, we ask you today for comfort for the dying and for those who mourn. At the hour of death, show yourself truly as Mother and obtain mercy for all who call upon you. Console those who grieve with the hope of eternal life. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
6/ 9
For the souls in Purgatory
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
Our Lady made the Sabbatine Privilege promise: that she would visit Purgatory on Saturdays and release the souls of those who wore the scapular and met certain conditions. Today we pray for the holy souls and for our own eventual purification.
Prayer
Queen of Purgatory, we pray for the souls detained there, especially those who were devoted to your scapular. Through your intercession, shorten their time of purification and bring them quickly to the joy of heaven. Have mercy on them and on us when our time comes. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
7/ 9
For healing and peace
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
Mary is Health of the Sick and Comforter of the Afflicted. She brings healing not only to bodies but also to minds and spirits. In a world filled with anxiety and distress, she offers the peace that comes from trusting in God's providence.
Prayer
O Lady of Mount Carmel, Health of the Sick, we bring before you all who suffer in body, mind, or spirit. Grant them healing according to God's will and give them peace in the midst of their trials. Cover them with your maternal protection. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
8/ 9
For surrender to God's will
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
Mary's 'fiat'—her 'yes' to God—changed the course of human history. Her complete surrender to the divine will allowed the Word to become flesh. She teaches us to say 'yes' to God in all circumstances, trusting that His plan is perfect.
Prayer
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, you said 'yes' to God without reservation. Teach us to surrender as you did. Help us to embrace God's will even when it is difficult, trusting that He knows what is best for us. Grant us the grace of holy abandonment. Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
9/ 9
For perseverance in devotion
Sign of the Cross
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel)
O Beautiful Flower of Carmel, most fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, holy and singular, who brought forth the Son of God, still ever remaining a pure virgin, assist us in our necessity!
O Star of the Sea, help and protect us! Show us that you are our Mother!
Reflection
The scapular is a constant reminder of our commitment to Mary and through her to Christ. It is a sign of our consecration and a call to live in her spirit. As we conclude this novena, we renew our commitment to wearing and honoring the scapular.
Prayer
O Mother of Mount Carmel, as we conclude this novena, we renew our devotion to you. Help us to wear the scapular faithfully as a sign of our love for you and our desire to be close to Jesus. May this devotion lead us safely to the joys of heaven.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us! Amen.
Closing Prayer
O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here you are my Mother.
O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to help me in my necessity [mention your request]. There are none that can withstand your power.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel, pray for us!
Our Father
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
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.
About this novena
Powerful novena to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, protector of those who wear her scapular. She promises to liberate her devoted followers from purgatory.
Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (July 16)
Traditional start: July 7
You can begin a novena at any time. Traditional dates are a guide, not a requirement.
