A Brief On Our Lady of Perpetual Help

 

The most famous Marian novena is the Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help. This novena is a series of prayers and devotions to the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, that is typically recited over a period of nine days.

The Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help is typically recited on Wednesdays, although it can be recited at any time. The novena consists of the recitation of the Lord's Prayer, the Hail Mary, and the Glory Be, followed by the recitation of a specific prayer to Our Lady of Perpetual Help. The novena can be recited alone or in a group setting, and it is often accompanied by the singing of hymns and the reading of scripture passages related to the Virgin Mary.

One of the most significant aspect of the Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help is that it is a call for help to Mary, asking her to be a mother who is constantly attentive to our needs and ready to help us in times of difficulty. It’s a call for help and protection to the mother who never leaves her children alone, and who always takes care of them.

The novena is also a reminder of the importance of faith and trust in God, and the belief that through Mary's intercession, we can receive the graces and blessings we need to live a virtuous and holy life. It is also a call to imitate Mary in her humility, obedience, and love for God.

The devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help has not only spread through the Catholic Church but also in other Christian denominations such as the Orthodox Church, where the icon is revered as one of the most important icons of the Virgin Mary.

The novena can be found in many languages and is widely available in Catholic bookstores, online, and in parish bulletins. Many parishes and chapels also have a statue or a painting of Our Lady of Perpetual Help for the faithful to pray before.

In conclusion, the Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a devotion that has been cherished by Catholics for over a century and a half. It is a reminder of the ever-present help of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the blessings that can be received through her intercession. It also encourages us to imitate Mary in her humility and love for God, and to place our trust in Him in times of need.