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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 Novena7 min
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 Novena6 min
3Day 3: DatingAs we share our hearts with God, we pray especially for dating and engaged couples.
Discernment Novena6 min
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 Novena6 min
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 Novena6 min
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 Novena6 min
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 Novena6 min
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 Novena6 min
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 Novena6 min