Feast of St. Gerard

Today we will begin our novena and pray for those who are expecting babies (especially Roxy, Denae, Kelly, and Misty –my sister-in-law) and those who still await God’s gift of parenthood.

Novena to St. Gerard

Most Blessed Trinity, I, Your child, thank You for all the gifts and privileges which You granted to St. Gerard, especially for those virtues with which You adorned him on earth and the glory which You now impart to him in heaven. Accomplish Your work, Oh Lord, so that Your kingdom may come about on earth. Through his merits, in union with those of Jesus and Mary, grant me the grace for which I ask…. (Mention your request)

And you, my powerful intercessor, St. Gerard, always so ready to help those who have recourse to you, pray for me. Come before the throne of Divine Mercy and do not leave without being heard. To you I confide this important and urgent affair…. Graciously take my cause in hand and do not let me end this novena without having experienced in some way the effects of your intercession. Amen.