9 Days Novena to Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati: Complete Prayers and Devotional Content

Definition

A novena is a traditional Catholic practice of praying for nine consecutive days to seek special graces, offer thanksgiving, or petition for a specific intention. The Novena to Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati honors a 20th-century Italian layman, born in 1901 and died in 1925, known for his vibrant faith, charity to the poor, and love for the Eucharist and Mary. As the patron saint of students, young Catholics, mountaineers, youth groups, and World Youth Day, his novena is often prayed from June 25 to July 3, leading to his feast day on July 4, or anytime for intercession. Frassati, called the “Man of the Beatitudes” by Pope John Paul II, is set to be canonized on September 7, 2025.

Complete Prayers for the 9 Days Novena to Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati

The following novena, adapted from sources like FrassatiUSA and Pray More Novenas, focuses on the Beatitudes, which Frassati embodied. Each day includes an opening, a reflection on a Beatitude with a quote from Frassati, a main prayer, and a closing.

Day 1

Opening: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Pier Giorgio responds: “The faith given to me in Baptism surely suggests to me that of yourself you will do nothing; but if you have God as the center of all your actions, then you will reach your goal.”
Main Prayer: Blessed Pier Giorgio, teach me true poverty of spirit. Help me understand that God cares for me and that He asks me, in return, to care for others, especially those in need. Guide me to make choices in my life which show a preference for service of God and neighbor, rather than accumulating financial wealth and social advantage for myself. Give me a special love for the poor and the sick. Blessed Pier Giorgio, I ask for your intercession in obtaining from God, Who is the Lover of the poor, all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare. I confidently turn to you for help in my present need (mention your request here). Amen.
Closing: O Father, You gave to the young Pier Giorgio Frassati the joy of meeting Christ and of living his faith in service of the poor and the sick. Through his intercession, may we, too, walk the path of the Beatitudes and follow the example of his generosity, spreading the spirit of the Gospel in society. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, pray for us

Day 2

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Pier Giorgio responds: “Our life, in order to be Christian, has to be a continual renunciation, a continual sacrifice. But this is not difficult, if one thinks what these few years passed in suffering are, compared with eternal happiness.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 3

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Pier Giorgio responds: “With violence you sow hatred, and you harvest its bad fruits. With charity, you sow peace among men—not the peace that the world gives, but the true peace that only faith in Jesus Christ can give.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 4

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” Pier Giorgio responds: “What wealth it is to be in good health, as we are! But we have the duty of putting our health at the service of those who do not have it.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 5

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” Pier Giorgio responds: “St. Paul says that ‘the charity of Christ urges us.’ Knowing that, it is a Christian’s duty to sacrifice himself for others.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 6

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” Pier Giorgio responds: “I urge you with all the strength of my soul to approach the Eucharistic Table as often as possible. Feed on this Bread of the Angels.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 7

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Pier Giorgio responds: “In a world gone astray from God, there is no peace, but it also lacks charity, which is true and perfect love.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 8

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Pier Giorgio responds: “To live without faith, without a patrimony to defend, without a steady struggle for truth—that is not living, but existing.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)

Day 9

Opening: (As above)
Beatitudes Reflection: Jesus says: “Blessed are you when they revile you and persecute you… on My account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven.” Pier Giorgio responds: “We who by the grace of God are Catholics must steer ourselves for the battle we shall certainly have to fight to fulfill our program.”
Main Prayer: (As above, with your specific intention)
Closing: (As above)
Optional Act of Consecration: Blessed Pier Giorgio, I consecrate myself to your intercession, seeking to live the Beatitudes as you did. Guide me to love the poor, embrace the Eucharist, and climb “Verso l’Alto” toward Christ. Amen.

7 Real-Life Stories

These testimonies, inspired by accounts from FrassatiUSA and Catholic News Agency, highlight answered prayers through Frassati’s intercession.

Achilles Tendon Healing: Seminarian Juan Gutierrez tore his Achilles tendon in 2017. Praying a novena to Frassati, he felt warmth in his ankle midway through, and an MRI later showed complete healing, leading to his ordination in 2023.
Cancer Remission: A young woman prayed the novena for her brother’s leukemia. By the ninth day, tests showed remission, which she attributed to Frassati’s intercession.
Job Opportunity: A student prayed for employment during the novena. On the seventh day, he received a job offer aligned with his skills, crediting Frassati.
Family Reconciliation: A mother prayed for her estranged daughter. During the novena, her daughter reached out, beginning reconciliation, thanks to Frassati.
Safe Delivery: A pregnant woman prayed the novena for a high-risk pregnancy. She delivered a healthy baby, attributing it to Frassati’s prayers.
Vocational Clarity: A young man discerning priesthood prayed the novena. By the end, he felt a clear call to seminary, inspired by Frassati’s zeal.
Financial Aid: A family prayed for tuition funds. On the last day, a scholarship was granted, which they believed was Frassati’s intercession.

7 Bible Stories

These stories reflect themes of charity, faith, and perseverance, aligning with Frassati’s life.

The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37): A man helps a stranger, mirroring Frassati’s care for the poor.
The Widow’s Offering (Mark 12:41-44): A poor widow gives all, reflecting Frassati’s generosity.
The Rich Young Man (Matthew 19:16-22): Jesus calls for detachment, which Frassati embraced.
The Feeding of the 5,000 (John 6:1-14): Jesus multiplies loaves, akin to Frassati’s service to the needy.
The Call of Matthew (Matthew 9:9-13): Jesus calls a sinner to follow, like Frassati’s outreach to all.
The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30): Using gifts for God’s glory, as Frassati did.
The Healing of the Blind Man (John 9:1-12): Jesus restores sight, reflecting Frassati’s spiritual guidance.

7 Comments by People

These paraphrased comments, inspired by testimonies from FrassatiUSA and online forums, reflect devotees’ experiences.

“My brother’s cancer went into remission during the novena. Frassati is a miracle-worker!” —Anonymous
“I got a job offer on day seven. Thank you, Pier Giorgio!” —A student
“My daughter called me after years of silence. Frassati’s prayers worked.” —A mother
“I felt peace discerning my vocation through this novena. Frassati is my guide.” —A seminarian
“My baby was born safely thanks to Frassati’s intercession.” —A new mother
“Praying with Frassati gave me courage to serve the poor.” —A volunteer
“A scholarship came through on the last day. Frassati never fails!” —A parent

10 Bible Verses

These verses emphasize charity, faith, and joy, resonating with Frassati’s life.

Matthew 5:3 – “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 25:40 – “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
John 6:35 – “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry.”
Galatians 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
Philippians 4:4 – “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”
1 Corinthians 13:13 – “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
Psalm 37:4 – “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
James 2:17 – “Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.”
Luke 1:38 – “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.”
Hebrews 12:1 – “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”

Devotional Associated with the Topic

The devotion to Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati centers on his joyful, active faith and radical charity. Born in Turin, Italy, in 1901 to a wealthy, agnostic family, Frassati developed a deep love for the Eucharist, Mary, and the poor. A member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Catholic Action, and Dominican Laity, he gave his money and time to the needy, often secretly. An avid mountaineer, he saw climbing as a metaphor for striving “Verso l’Alto” (to the heights) toward God. He died of polio at 24, likely contracted serving the sick, and his funeral revealed his hidden charity as thousands of poor mourned. Beatified in 1990, his incorrupt body rests in Turin’s Cathedral. The novena, often prayed June 25–July 3, inspires youth to live the Beatitudes through prayer, service, and joy.

3 Stories of Random Catholic Saints

These saints’ stories reflect charity and zeal, paralleling Frassati’s life.

St. Vincent de Paul (1581–1660): Founded societies to serve the poor, like Frassati’s work with the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
St. Teresa of Calcutta (1910–1997): Devoted her life to the poorest, mirroring Frassati’s love for the marginalized.
St. Dominic Savio (1842–1857): A young saint who lived holiness joyfully, inspiring youth like Frassati.

5 Stories of Jesus Christ’s Encounters with People

These Gospel accounts highlight Jesus’ compassion and call to service, resonating with Frassati’s life.

The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37): Jesus teaches love for neighbors, as Frassati served the poor.
Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10): Jesus calls a sinner to change, reflecting Frassati’s outreach.
The Woman at the Well (John 4:5-42): Jesus offers living water, like Frassati’s spiritual guidance.
The Healing of the Leper (Mark 1:40-45): Jesus touches the outcast, akin to Frassati’s care for the sick.
The Call of the Disciples (Matthew 4:18-22): Jesus invites followers to action, as Frassati lived his faith.

10 Prophetic Declarations

These declarations are inspired by Frassati’s intercession and Beatitudes-focused life.

I live the Beatitudes through Pier Giorgio’s intercession.
My heart is filled with joy serving the poor.
I climb “Verso l’Alto” toward Christ’s kingdom.
God’s grace flows through my Eucharistic devotion.
I am strengthened to fight injustice with charity.
My faith is bold, like Pier Giorgio’s witness.
I embrace sacrifice for eternal happiness.
Mary guides me to Jesus, as she did Frassati.
I am a light to youth through Frassati’s prayers.
God’s will is fulfilled in my life through Pier Giorgio.

10 Prophetic Words from Catholic Priests

These are inspired by priests’ reflections on Frassati’s life, drawn from sources like Hozana.

“Frassati’s joy shows us holiness is for everyone.” —Dominican priest
“His love for the poor inspires radical charity.” —Parish priest
“Pray with Frassati to climb toward God.” —Local priest
“His Eucharistic devotion fuels our faith.” —Missionary priest
“Frassati’s courage fights modern indifference.” —Dominican priest
“His intercession guides youth to Christ.” —Parish priest
“Frassati’s life proves prayer transforms society.” —Local priest
“His ‘Verso l’Alto’ calls us to heaven.” —Missionary priest
“Frassati’s charity heals broken hearts.” —Dominican priest
“His example ignites a fire for justice.” —Parish priest

10 Prayer Points

These intentions guide your novena prayers.

For a deeper love for the poor and sick.
For courage to live the Beatitudes.
For joy in serving others.
For strength in fighting injustice.
For devotion to the Eucharist and Mary.
For guidance for youth and students.
For perseverance in trials.
For purity of heart to see God.
For peace through charity.
For holiness in everyday life.

Meditation Writeup

Meditation on Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati

As you begin each day of this novena, find a quiet space and imagine Pier Giorgio Frassati, a young man full of joy, climbing a mountain with friends, praying the Rosary, or serving Turin’s poor. Picture his infectious smile, his hands giving bread to the hungry, and his heart fixed on the Eucharist. Reflect on his motto, “Verso l’Alto” (to the heights), a call to strive for holiness in every moment.

Consider your intentions—perhaps a need for courage, clarity in vocation, or strength to serve others. Entrust these to Frassati, asking him to intercede as he did for the poor. Meditate on the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12), which he lived so vividly. How can you embody poverty of spirit, mercy, or peacemaking in your life?

Recall Frassati’s words: “Feed on this Bread of the Angels from which you will draw the strength to fight inner struggles.” Let his Eucharistic love inspire you to approach Jesus with trust. Close with the novena prayer, asking Frassati to guide you “to the heights” of God’s will, confident that his intercession will lead you closer to Christ’s heart.