Novena to the Curé of Ars, St. John Vianney

Ninth Day

“As you received Christ Jesus the Lord, walk in him, rooted in him and built upon him and established in the faith as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” (Colossians 2:6-7)

O revered Curé of Ars, you lived in an age of political upheaval and war, a time when men turned their backs on God.  In assigning you to Ars, your bishop warned you that it was a parish where there was no love.  He wished for you to be a priest who would enable the people to know the love of God.  Not only did you renew your congregation, but your holy reputation soon spread and through your efforts many people were drawn to a life of devotion to God.

O Saint John Vianney, once again we are living in a time of upheaval.  There is much evil in the world.  Obtain for me the grace to persevere in my faith and draw me closer to God.  May I walk with the Lord and trust in Him all the days of my life.  Obtain, through your intercession, an increase in vocations and a priesthood full of love of God with men who are able to bring the world to Jesus Christ.

Recite the novena prayer:

O holy Curé of Ars, St. John Vianney, you loved God and faithfully served Him by serving His people as their priest.  Now, as you are with our Father, you can continue to serve Him by presenting our petitions to Him directly.  Remember the vulnerabilities, fears, and anxieties that surround us and intercede for us in all our needs, especially….(here mention your own personal request).  O Priest of Ars, pray for us in a special way during this novena, we ask in the name of Jesus our Lord.  Amen