Novena to the Virgin of Guadalupe

Say everyday for nine days.

Glory and protector of virgins, sinless Mother of God, entrance to the court of heaven, hope of earth and joy of heaven, lily among thorns, dove most beautiful, rod from Jesse's root, whose flower is healing for all mankind's wounds, tower that is proof against the enemy's assaults and star that is welcomed by the shipwrecked, protect us from our treacherous foe and guide us by your light.

Dispel the mists that make us loose the way, keep us safe from snares and traps, and lead to safety those who have gone off course.

Loving Mother, free of all stain of corruption, chosen by Him who broke the chains of dreaded death. In your kindness, grant that those who rejoice in you find their happiness in the radiance of the true light.

Increase our faith by your prayers, guide our wavering spirits with hope and strengthen them with charity.

Mother of God, cause and source of our hope, take away wars, afflictions, famine, plague and violence.

Relieve the sorrows of those in prison; listen to the prayers of the sick and give them the healing they long for.

Make friends of our enemies, calm the passions of evil men.

O Mary, loving Mother, give us your help in this special request.

Let us live forever praising your Son.

Then say one Our Father, one Hail Mary and one Glory Be.

Holy Mary, Virgin Mother of God, plead our cause. Amen.