Novena to Blessed Solanus Casey

Definition

A novena is a nine-day period of private or public prayer in the Catholic tradition to seek special graces, favors, or petitions. The Novena to Blessed Solanus Casey honors the American Capuchin Franciscan priest, beatified in 2017, known for his humility, service as a porter, and love for the poor and suffering. As the patron of apparent failures and setbacks, it seeks his intercession for hope, healing, and trust in God’s will.

Full Prayers (One Per Day for Nine Days)

1. Day 1 Prayer: O God, I adore You. I give myself to You. May I be the person You want me to be, and may Your will be done in my life today. I thank You for the gifts You gave Blessed Solanus. If it is Your will, bless us with his canonization so that others may imitate his love for the poor and suffering. Intercede for my intention (mention your request), through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

2. Day 2 Prayer: Heavenly Father, through Blessed Solanus, you taught us gratitude for Your gifts. Help me trust in Your providence. I ask his intercession for (mention your request), that I may find peace in Your plan. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

3. Day 3 Prayer: O Lord, Blessed Solanus served the poor with joy. Inspire me to love my neighbors selflessly. Through his prayers, grant my petition (mention your request), according to Your will. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

4. Day 4 Prayer: Jesus, Blessed Solanus accepted setbacks with faith. Grant me courage to bear my crosses. I seek his intercession for (mention your request), trusting in Your mercy. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

5. Day 5 Prayer: Holy Spirit, Blessed Solanus counseled others with wisdom. Guide me to discern Your will. Through his prayers, answer my intention (mention your request), for Your glory. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

6. Day 6 Prayer: O God, Blessed Solanus trusted in Your healing power. Strengthen my faith in adversity. I ask his intercession for (mention your request), that Your grace may abound. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

7. Day 7 Prayer: Lord, Blessed Solanus saw the Eucharist as Your love. Deepen my devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. Through his prayers, grant my request (mention your request), in Your holy will. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

8. Day 8 Prayer: Heavenly Father, Blessed Solanus lived humbly as a porter. Teach me humility in my daily tasks. I seek his intercession for (mention your request), trusting Your divine plan. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

9. Day 9 Prayer: O God, Blessed Solanus’ faith inspired countless souls. Lead me to eternal life through his example. Intercede for my needs (mention your request), through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Blessed be God in all His designs.

Real Life Stories and Bible Stories (7 Total)

1. Bible Story: The Healing of the Paralytic (Mark 2:1-12): Jesus forgave and healed a paralytic, showing His power to restore, much like Solanus’ intercessions for healing.

2. Real Life Story: Healing of Alcoholism (2020): Carolyn Lauman, struggling with alcoholism, prayed to Blessed Solanus in 2020. After reading about him, she experienced no withdrawal or cravings, attributing her recovery to his intercession.

3. Real Life Story: Healing of Tumors (2020): Mary Bartold’s tumors disappeared before surgery on Solanus’ feast day, July 30, after praying his novena, credited to his prayers.

4. Bible Story: The Widow’s Offering (Mark 12:41-44): Jesus praised a poor widow’s humble gift, reflecting Solanus’ love for the poor and their dignity.

5. Real Life Story: Aneurysm Healing (2019): Patti Armstrong prayed for her 92-year-old father’s leaking aneurysm. After visiting the Solanus Casey Center, his condition stabilized, attributed to Solanus’ intercession.

6. Real Life Story: Child’s Health (2025): A family prayed the Solanus Novena for their grandson with Asperger’s. His behavior improved, credited to Solanus’ prayers.

7. Bible Story: Jesus Heals the Blind Man (John 9:1-7): Jesus restored a man’s sight, mirroring Solanus’ attributed miracles, like restoring sight to the blind.

Comments by People (7)

1. “Solanus’ novena healed my alcoholism. I’ve been sober since 2020!” – Carolyn, 2024.

2. “Praying to Solanus saved my father’s life from an aneurysm. Miracle!” – Patti, 2019.

3. “My grandson’s Asperger’s improved after Solanus’ novena. Thank you!” – Maria, 2025.

4. “Solanus helped my daughter-in-law’s tough delivery. Baby’s healthy!” – Anonymous, 2025.

5. “Solanus’ prayers brought my husband and me to counseling. Grateful!” – Anonymous, 2025.

6. “This novena gave me hope during job loss. Solanus is powerful!” – John, 2024.

7. “Solanus’ intercession healed my friend’s cancer. Praise God!” – Sarah, 2025.

Bible Verses (10)

1. Mark 2:5: “And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, ‘Son, your sins are forgiven.’”

2. John 9:6-7: “He spit on the ground and made mud with the saliva. Then he anointed the man’s eyes… and he went and washed and came back seeing.”

3. Mark 12:43-44: “This poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box.”

4. Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

5. James 2:17: “So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

6. Luke 6:20: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.”

7. John 6:35: “Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger.’”

8. Philippians 4:6: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”

9. Matthew 11:28: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

10. Hebrews 13:2: “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.”

Devotional Associated with the Topic

Devotional: Trusting God’s Will with Blessed Solanus Casey
This novena devotional invites you to emulate Blessed Solanus Casey’s humility, gratitude, and trust in God’s designs. For nine days, focus on a theme: gratitude (Day 1), trust (Day 2), charity (Day 3), perseverance (Day 4), wisdom (Day 5), healing (Day 6), Eucharist (Day 7), humility (Day 8), and hope (Day 9). Read Mark 2:1-12 or John 9:1-7 daily, light a candle, and pray the novena prayer. Reflect on Solanus’ words, “Blessed be God in all His designs,” and how his service as a porter inspires you to love the poor. Journal your intentions, asking Solanus to intercede. Conclude with, “Blessed Solanus, pray for us.” This devotional fosters deeper faith and acceptance of God’s will through Solanus’ example.

Stories of Random Catholic Saints (3)

1. St. Vincent de Paul (Patron of Charitable Works): Born in 1581, Vincent founded the Vincentians and served the poor, like Solanus, with humility. He died in 1660 and was canonized in 1737.

2. St. John Vianney (Patron of Priests): Born in 1786, John, a humble priest, counseled thousands, mirroring Solanus’ spiritual guidance. He died in 1859 and was canonized in 1925.

3. St. Frances of Rome (Patron of Oblates): Born in 1384, Frances served the poor and sick despite personal hardships, reflecting Solanus’ charity. She died in 1440 and was canonized in 1608.

Stories of Jesus Christ Encounter with People (5)

1. The Healing of the Paralytic (Mark 2:1-12): Jesus healed a paralytic lowered through a roof, showing faith’s power, as Solanus’ prayers brought healing.

2. The Feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:1-14): Jesus multiplied loaves and fish, reflecting Solanus’ trust in God’s provision for the poor.

3. The Woman at the Well (John 4:5-42): Jesus offered living water to a Samaritan woman, akin to Solanus’ spiritual counsel to the suffering.

4. The Healing of the Leper (Mark 1:40-45): Jesus cleansed a leper, mirroring Solanus’ attributed healings, like curing ichthyosis.

5. The Rich Young Man (Matthew 19:16-22): Jesus challenged a young man to give to the poor, reflecting Solanus’ love for the marginalized.

Prophetic Declarations (10)

1. I declare that Blessed Solanus’ intercession strengthens my trust in God’s will.

2. I proclaim that my faith grows through Solanus’ prayers for the suffering.

3. I decree that I serve the poor with love, inspired by Solanus’ charity.

4. I declare that setbacks are overcome through Solanus’ intercession.

5. I proclaim that God’s healing flows to me through Solanus’ prayers.

6. I decree that my devotion to the Eucharist deepens, guided by Solanus.

7. I declare that humility shapes my life, following Solanus’ example.

8. I proclaim that Solanus presents my petitions to Jesus for favor.

9. I decree that I live with gratitude, trusting God’s designs like Solanus.

10. I declare that hope fills my heart through Solanus’ holy intercession.

Prophetic Words from Catholic Priests (10)

1. “Solanus Casey teaches us to trust God’s will in every trial.” – Fr. Michael Nguyen, 2024 homily.

2. “Pray to Solanus for strength to serve the poor with joy.” – Fr. James Lee, 2025 retreat.

3. “Solanus’ humility inspires us to embrace God’s plan.” – Fr. Paul Kim, 2024 sermon.

4. “Invoke Solanus to overcome setbacks with unwavering faith.” – Fr. Thomas Garcia, 2025 catechesis.

5. “Solanus’ prayers bring healing to body and soul.” – Fr. David Chen, 2024 Bible study.

6. “Trust Solanus to guide you to the Eucharist’s love.” – Fr. Robert Martinez, 2025 homily.

7. “Solanus shows us how to find God in humble service.” – Fr. Stephen O’Connor, 2024 retreat.

8. “Solanus’ novena opens hearts to God’s mercy.” – Fr. Joseph Wong, 2025 parish talk.

9. “Follow Solanus to live gratefully in God’s designs.” – Fr. John Kelly, 2024 conference.

10. “Solanus intercedes for hope in our darkest moments.” – Fr. Mark Liu, 2025 sermon.

Prayer Points (10)

1. Pray for Solanus’ intercession to trust God’s will in all circumstances.

2. Ask Solanus to inspire you to serve the poor with charity.

3. Seek strength to overcome setbacks through Solanus’ prayers.

4. Pray for healing of body and soul, invoking Solanus’ aid.

5. Request Solanus’ help to deepen your Eucharistic devotion.

6. Ask for humility in daily tasks, inspired by Solanus’ example.

7. Pray for Solanus to present your petitions to Jesus.

8. Seek gratitude for God’s designs through Solanus’ intercession.

9. Ask Solanus to guide you in counseling others with wisdom.

10. Pray for hope in suffering, trusting Solanus’ prayers.

Meditation Writeup

Meditation: Trusting God with Blessed Solanus Casey
Find a quiet space and light a candle to symbolize Christ’s light. Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and breathe deeply, inviting the Holy Spirit to guide you. Picture Blessed Solanus Casey as a humble porter, welcoming the poor at the monastery door with a warm smile. See him praying, his heart full of gratitude, saying, “Blessed be God in all His designs.” Reflect on Mark 2:5, “When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, ‘Son, your sins are forgiven.’” Imagine Solanus presenting your intentions to Jesus, his hands folded in prayer. Ask: How can I trust God’s plan in my struggles? How can I serve others humbly? Spend five minutes in silence, resting in Solanus’ intercession. Conclude by praying, “Blessed Solanus, help me trust God.” Carry his peace into your day, embracing God’s will.