Discernment Novena
Over nine days, join Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN - a religious sister and school counselor - in bringing whatever you are discerning to God. You can return to these prayers any time you are in need of God's guidance and grace.
9 sessions
1Day 1: DiscernmentWe'll offer our intentions to God and then say the Prayer of Abandonment by Bl. Charles de Foucauld, an Our Father, Hail Mary, & Glory Be. Today we pray especially for those discerning the priesthood.Discernment Novena
2Day 2: Religious LifeAs we bring our intentions to God, we pray especially for those discerning the call to religious life as a sister, nun, brother, or monk.Discernment Novena
3Day 3: DatingAs we share our hearts with God, we pray especially for dating and engaged couples.Discernment Novena
4Day 4: Single LifeWe continue to ask God for guidance as we pray especially for those who are discerning the call to the single life.Discernment Novena
5Day 5: VocationLet us pray today for those living out their vocation of religious life, single life, or married life and bring our personal intentions before God.Discernment Novena
6Day 6: Body of ChristAs we continue to share our worries and hopes with God, we pray for a greater understanding of our role in the body of Christ.Discernment Novena
7Day 7: HopeAs we discern, we pray in hope for those who feel lost in their life’s direction, those who feel disappointed or heartbroken, or who feel abandoned by God.Discernment Novena
8Day 8: TrustIn this session, we continue to seek God's will for our lives, and pray especially for an increase in trust for those who resist God’s plan for them.Discernment Novena
9Day 9: ThanksgivingOn this final day, let us offer a prayer of thanksgiving to God - for his unique plans for each of us, for the gift of free will, and for the hope and promise of salvation.Discernment Novena