Novena to the Ascension, beginning May 5 2026

NOVENA TO THE ASCENSION – Prayers for Each Day

Opening Prayer (for each day)

Jesus, I honor You on the feast of Your Ascension into heaven.
I rejoice with all my heart at the glory into which You entered to reign as King of heaven and earth.
When the struggle of this life is over, give me the grace to share Your joy and triumph in heaven for all eternity.

I believe that You entered into Your glorious Kingdom to prepare a place for me, for You promised to come again to take me to Yourself.
Grant that I may seek only the joys of Your friendship and love, so that I may deserve to be united with You in heaven.
In the hour of my own homecoming, when I appear before Your Father to give an account of my life on earth, have mercy on me.

Jesus, in Your love for me You have brought me from evil to good and from misery to happiness.
Give me the grace to rise above my human weakness.
May Your Humanity give me courage in my weakness and free me from my sins.

Through Your grace, give me the courage of perseverance for You have called and justified me by faith.
May I hold fast to the life You have given me and come to the eternal gifts You promised.
You love me, dear Jesus. Help me to love You in return. I ask You to grant these special favors:

(Mention your requests, please pray for all sinners)

By Your unceasing care, guide my steps toward the life of glory You have prepared for those who love You.
Make me grow in holiness and thank You by a life of faithful service.

Daily Intentions

Day 1: Pray for an increase in faith and trust in God’s promises.

Day 2: Pray for openness to the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Day 3: Pray for courage to witness Christ in everyday life.

Day 4: Pray for the grace to love others as Christ loves us.

Day 5: Pray for healing in families and communities.

Day 6: Pray for peace in the world and for an end to violence.

Day 7: Pray for priests, religious, and all who serve the Church.

Day 8: Pray for those who suffer illness, loneliness, or hardship.

Day 9: Pray for personal intentions and perseverance in faith.

Closing Prayer (for each day)

Lord Jesus, As You ascended into Heaven, may we lift our hearts to You and live in Your peace.

Send Your Holy Spirit upon us, that we may be faithful witnesses to Your love and mercy. Amen.

Jesus, ascended in glory, guide us to Heaven!

Source: 

Feast of the Ascension | novenastosaints.com