Start Date: December 28th
End Date: January 5th
Feast Date: January 6th
Patronage of the Epiphany of the Lord:
Guidance, Revelation, Light to the Nations, Spiritual Enlightenment, and the Manifestation of Christ to the World
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Daily Opening Prayer:
O Adorable Jesus, Light of the world, who revealed Yourself to the Magi and to all nations, we come before You in humble adoration. As we begin this novena, we ask for the grace to recognize Your presence in our lives. Illuminate our hearts and minds, and guide us on the path of truth and holiness.
(Mention your intention here)
Amen.
Day 1: The Star That Guides
O Jesus, You are the radiant Star that leads us to truth and salvation. Just as the Magi followed the star to find You, may we always seek Your light in our lives. Guide us through the darkness and grant us clarity of heart.
Amen.
Day 2: The Journey of Faith
O Lord, the Magi traveled from distant lands, enduring hardships to find You. Grant us perseverance in our faith journey. May we never grow weary in seeking You, even amidst life’s trials. Strengthen our hearts to remain faithful and steadfast.
Amen.
Day 3: The Joy of Finding Jesus
O Divine Child, the Magi rejoiced with great joy upon finding You. Fill our hearts with the same joy that comes from knowing and loving You. May our lives be a continuous celebration of Your presence within us.
Amen.
Day 4: The Gift of Worship
O Jesus, the Magi brought You gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, honoring You as King, God, and Savior. Teach us to offer You the best of ourselves—our hearts, our talents, and our lives—in true worship.
Amen.
Day 5: The Light of the Nations
O Lord, You are the Light revealed to all nations. Dispel the darkness in our hearts and in the world. May Your light shine brightly through us, bringing hope and salvation to all we encounter.
Amen.
Day 6: The Humility of the Magi
O Jesus, the wise men humbled themselves before You, recognizing Your divine authority. Grant us the grace of true humility, that we may always acknowledge our need for You and submit to Your holy will.
Amen.
Day 7: The Call to Evangelize
O Lord, the Magi returned to their countries transformed by their encounter with You. May we, too, be transformed and become bold witnesses of Your love, sharing the Good News with all people.
Amen.
Day 8: The Gift of Obedience
O Jesus, the Magi obeyed the divine warning and took another route home, avoiding Herod. Help us to listen to Your voice and follow Your guidance with obedient hearts, even when the path is difficult.
Amen.
Day 9: The Manifestation of God’s Glory
O Glorious Lord, Your Epiphany reveals the fullness of God’s glory to the world. As we complete this novena, deepen our love for You and make our lives a reflection of Your divine light.
Amen.
Daily Closing Prayer:
O Jesus, Light of the world, we thank You for the graces received during this novena. May the celebration of Your Epiphany inspire us to seek You more fervently and to shine Your light to others. Grant that we may always live in the joy of Your presence.
Amen.
Litany of the Epiphany of the Lord:
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us. Jesus, hear us.
Jesus, graciously hear us.
God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.
Jesus, Light of the world, have mercy on us.
Jesus, revealed to the Magi, have mercy on us.
Jesus, King of Kings, have mercy on us.
Jesus, Divine Child adored by wise men, have mercy on us.
Jesus, Brightness of eternal light, have mercy on us.
Jesus, Son of the Virgin Mary, have mercy on us.
Jesus, Splendor of the Father, have mercy on us.
Jesus, our guide and Savior, have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.
V. We have seen His star in the East,
R. And we have come to adore Him.
Let us pray:
O God, who on this day revealed Your only-begotten Son to the nations by the guidance of a star, grant in Your mercy that we who know You by faith may also attain the vision of Your glorious majesty. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.