Start Date: December 16
End Date: December 24
Feast Day: December 25
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Opening Prayer (to be said each day):
O Adorable Jesus, Eternal Word of the Father, before the dawn of time You already loved us. In the silence of eternity, You chose to descend into our poverty, to clothe Yourself in our flesh, and to dwell among us as a Child. We adore You hidden in the mystery of Your coming, small yet infinite, weak yet all-powerful. Purify our hearts as we prepare a dwelling for You. Strip us of pride, noise, and self-reliance, that we may receive You as Mary received You—poor, open, and surrendered. Let this novena draw us into the stillness of Bethlehem, where heaven bends low and love becomes visible. May we learn from You the humility that saves the world.
O Infant Jesus, born for love of us, we offer You our hearts as a small manger. Receive all our desires, struggles, and hopes, and in particular we present to You (mention your intention). Unite us to Your hidden life, that we may become small hosts—silent, surrendered, and consumed by love—for the glory of the Father and the salvation of souls. Amen.
Day One – Reparation for a World That Had No Room for Him
Scripture Reading:
“She wrapped Him in swaddling clothes and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7)
Reflection:
On this first day of the novena, we kneel before Our Adorable Jesus, rejected yet radiant in the humility of the manger. The Eternal Word enters history quietly, finding no welcome among those He came to save. Doors are closed, hearts are distracted, and the Savior of the world is placed among animals. Yet the Infant Jesus does not complain. In silence, He offers Himself as reparation for a humanity too busy to receive God. His poverty speaks louder than words, revealing a love that accepts rejection to restore communion. As we gaze upon the Infant Jesus, we recognize how often we, too, have left no room for Him—through sin, neglect, or misplaced priorities. Reparation begins by making room again: in our hearts, our homes, and our lives.
Prayer:
O Adorable Jesus, Infant King laid in a manger, we adore You with humble and repentant hearts. We come in a spirit of reparation for the many times You were turned away, forgotten, or ignored by the world—and by us. Forgive us for the moments when we made no room for You in our thoughts, choices, and desires. Accept our love as a small consolation for Your holy poverty and rejection. Divine Child, teach us to empty ourselves so that You may dwell fully within us. May our hearts become a living manger where You are welcomed, cherished, and adored. Use our prayers, sacrifices, and acts of love to repair the indifference of souls and to prepare the world anew for Your coming. Remain with us, O Adorable Jesus, now and always. Amen.
Day Two – Reparation for Cold and Indifferent Hearts
Scripture Reading:
“He came to what was His own, but His own people did not accept Him.” (John 1:11)
Reflection:
Today we contemplate Our Adorable Jesus, the Eternal Son, entering a world grown cold toward its Creator. Though all things were made through Him, many hearts failed to recognize Him. The Infant Jesus lies fragile and silent, already bearing the weight of human indifference. His tiny Heart burns with love, yet receives little warmth in return. This coldness is not only historical; it continues wherever faith grows lukewarm and love grows distracted. In the manger, Jesus begins His mission of reparation—healing the chill of sin with the fire of divine charity. He asks not for greatness, but for hearts willing to be warmed by His presence. As we adore the Infant Jesus, we are invited to console Him by offering our attention, love, and fidelity, allowing His gentle warmth to transform our hearts into living flames of devotion.
Prayer:
O Adorable Jesus, tender Infant and burning Furnace of Love, we come before You to make reparation for the coldness of hearts that do not love You. Forgive us for our indifference, our half-hearted prayers, and our forgetfulness of Your presence. In the poverty of the manger, You reveal a love that seeks only to be received. Warm our hearts with Your divine fire, that we may never be lukewarm in our love for You. Accept our desire to console You as a small offering of reparation for a world grown cold. May our lives radiate the warmth of faith, hope, and charity, drawing others to You. Rest within our hearts, O Infant Jesus, and transform them into places of welcome, tenderness, and faithful love. We adore You, we love You, and we trust in You. Amen.
Day Three – Reparation for Hearts Enslaved by Sin
Scripture Reading:
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone.” (Isaiah 9:2)
Reflection:
Today we gaze upon Our Adorable Jesus, the Divine Light wrapped in swaddling clothes, entering a world darkened by sin. The Infant Jesus does not recoil from our misery; He descends into it. Though unable to speak, His very presence proclaims freedom to captives and mercy to sinners. In the manger, Jesus begins His silent battle against the chains that bind the human heart—pride, addiction, despair, and habitual sin. His weakness is His strength, for divine love humbles itself to lift us up. Every breath He takes is an act of reparation, offering light where darkness reigns. As we adore the Infant Jesus, we are invited to bring before Him our own sins and the sins of the world, trusting that His gentle light can penetrate even the deepest shadows.
Prayer:
O Adorable Jesus, Light of the world, shining from the darkness of the manger, we adore You. In Your holy infancy, You come to free hearts enslaved by sin and fear. We offer You reparation for all the ways humanity has chosen darkness over Your light. Forgive us for the sins that bind us and wound Your loving Heart. By Your humble coming, break every chain that enslaves our hearts and the hearts of all who live far from You. Let Your light expose our wounds and heal them with mercy. Grant us true repentance, deep humility, and a burning desire for holiness. May Your Infant hands, so small and tender, draw us out of darkness into the freedom of Your love. Reign in us, O Adorable Jesus, and make us children of the light, now and forever. Amen.
Day Four – Reparation for Sins Against the Gift of Life
Scripture Reading:
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you.” (Jeremiah 1:5)
Reflection:
As we gaze upon Our Adorable Jesus, newly born and laid in the manger, we are confronted with the sacredness of every human life. The Infant King, so small and defenseless, reveals the infinite value God places on life from its very beginning. Yet in our time, this gift is gravely wounded through abortion, sexual immorality, the misuse of the body, and contempt for God’s design for birth and family. The silent Child of Bethlehem already bears these sorrows in His Heart. He comes not to condemn, but to repair, to heal, and to restore what sin has disfigured. In the humility of His infancy, Jesus appeals to us to defend life, to honor purity, and to love according to God’s plan. By our prayer and sacrifice, we unite ourselves to His hidden suffering, offering reparation for a world that rejects life while He comes to give it abundantly.
Prayer:
O Adorable Infant Jesus, Author and Lover of life, we kneel before Your manger in sorrow and love. We offer You reparation for the sins committed against the gift of life, especially abortion, sexual immorality, and all offenses against the dignity of the human body. Forgive the world for rejecting Your holy design for birth, love, and family. Sweet Child of Bethlehem, touch the hearts of parents, doctors, lawmakers, and all who hold power over life, that they may choose what is good and holy. Heal the wounds of those who regret past sins, and wrap them in Your mercy. We consecrate to You every unborn child, every broken family, and every soul confused about love and truth. Reign in our hearts, O little King, and restore in the world reverence for life, purity of heart, and love rooted in You. Amen.
Day Five – Reparation for the Rejection of God’s Plan for Love and Family
Scripture Reading:
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” (John 1:14)
Reflection:
Our Adorable Jesus did not come into the world in isolation but chose to dwell within a family. The Child of Bethlehem sanctifies marriage, family life, and human love by His very presence. In a world that distorts love, redefines family, and separates intimacy from responsibility and life, the Infant Jesus silently suffers. His tiny Heart feels the wounds caused by broken homes, infidelity, pornography, contraception, and every ideology that denies God’s wisdom in creating man and woman for self-giving love. Lying in the manger, Jesus teaches that true love is humble, faithful, fruitful, and obedient to the Father’s will. He came to restore what sin has shattered and to draw families back into the light of truth. By offering reparation today, we console His Sacred and Infant Heart and beg Him to heal families, protect marriages, and reawaken reverence for love as God designed it.
Prayer:
O Adorable Infant Jesus, born of the Virgin Mary and entrusted to the care of Saint Joseph, we adore You as the Restorer of love and family. In a spirit of reparation, we offer You our sorrow for the many sins that wound Your Heart: the rejection of marriage, the misuse of sexuality, the breakdown of families, and the loss of reverence for life-giving love. Sweet Child of Bethlehem, purify our hearts and heal our homes. Strengthen husbands and wives, protect children, and draw wandering souls back to the truth of Your Gospel. Console those wounded by broken families and restore hope where love has grown cold. Reign in our homes, O Infant King, and make our families reflections of Your Holy Family—places of faith, sacrifice, forgiveness, and peace. We place all families of the world into Your tiny, powerful hands. Amen.
Day Six – The Nativity and the Renewal of Leadership
Scripture Reading:
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder.” (Isaiah 9:6)
Reflection:
The birth of Our Adorable Jesus reminds us that true leadership rests upon humility, justice, and service. In today’s world, we witness leaders who misuse power, pursue selfish gain, or neglect the welfare of their people. Nations groan under corruption, injustice, and moral compromise. The Infant Jesus, lying in a manger, teaches that authority is a sacred trust, meant to protect, serve, and guide with love. Our prayers and reparations for poor leadership are powerful acts of intercession. By asking God to enlighten rulers and inspire leaders to act with integrity, we participate in bringing His kingdom to earth. The Nativity calls us to pray not only for leaders’ conversion but also for our courage to uphold truth and justice in daily life.
Prayer:
O Infant Jesus, King of Peace and Justice, we offer You reparation for the abuses of power, corruption, and selfishness that have harmed our leaders and nations. Shine Your light upon those entrusted with authority; may their hearts be softened, their decisions guided by wisdom and charity, and their souls drawn to Your truth. Protect the innocent, strengthen those who seek justice, and inspire leaders to govern with humility, courage, and virtue. We pray also for our own role in society: to discern truth, resist compromise, and support goodness in action. Let the example of Your Holy Family remind us that authority is service, and greatness is measured by love. May Your Nativity bring transformation to hearts hardened by pride and ambition, and may every leader recognize Your sovereignty, working for the common good in accordance with Your holy will. Amen.
Day Seven – The Nativity and the Forgotten
Scripture Reading:
“And there were shepherds in the same region, keeping watch over their flock by night.” (Luke 2:8)
Reflection:
The birth of Our Adorable Jesus first reached the humble shepherds, the overlooked and forgotten of society. God’s heart inclines to the lowly, the marginalized, and those whom the world ignores. In today’s world, many live in poverty, loneliness, or abandonment, overlooked by society, neglected by institutions, or burdened by injustice. The Nativity calls us to remember them in prayer, action, and reparation. Christ’s birth shows that divine love honors even the lowliest, offering dignity, hope, and grace. In uniting our hearts with the Infant Jesus, we become instruments of God’s care, bringing comfort, attention, and compassion to those forgotten, ensuring they too hear the good news of salvation.
Prayer:
O Infant Jesus, born in humility and simplicity, we lift before You all who are forgotten, neglected, or marginalized. May Your light shine upon the poor, the lonely, the oppressed, and those hidden in the shadows of society. We offer reparation for indifference, neglect, and injustice that fail to recognize the dignity of every human soul. Grant the forgotten hearts hope, courage, and consolation in Your love. Inspire us to follow Your example by bringing comfort, attention, and care to those society overlooks. Let us never ignore the cries of the suffering, but instead become channels of Your mercy and presence. May Your Nativity remind us that greatness in God’s eyes is measured not by wealth or power, but by love, humility, and service. Kindle in us a heart that cherishes and defends the forgotten, reflecting Your tender love in the world. Amen.
Day Eight – The Nativity and Vocational Discernment
Scripture Reading:
“Mary treasured all these things and pondered them in her heart.” (Luke 2:19)
Reflection:
The birth of Our Adorable Jesus unfolded within the Holy Family, where Mary and Joseph embodied obedience, fidelity, and discernment of God’s will. Their hearts pondered, their lives listened, and their union reflected divine love. In today’s world, many young people contemplate marriage or discern their vocation amid distractions, moral confusion, and societal pressure. The Nativity invites them to imitate the attentive hearts of Mary and Joseph, to seek God’s guidance before making life-defining decisions, and to cultivate purity, patience, and prayerful reflection. Just as the Holy Family nurtured Jesus in love, so too must all discerners and future spouses form lives rooted in grace, humility, and commitment, allowing God to shape their path for His glory and the good of the world.
Prayer:
O Infant Jesus, born into the care of Mary and Joseph, we lift before You all who are discerning their vocation or contemplating marriage. Grant them clarity, wisdom, and courage to follow the path You have prepared. Inspire their hearts to treasure Your will above all, to seek holiness in their decisions, and to embrace purity and commitment. May they grow in prayerful reflection, guided by the example of the Holy Family, and discern Your call with patience and trust. We offer reparation for selfishness, fear, and distractions that hinder openness to Your plan. Strengthen all engaged couples and those preparing for consecrated life to place love, faith, and fidelity at the center of their lives. May the joy of Your Nativity illuminate their hearts, filling them with hope, peace, and readiness to serve You in all things. Amen.
Day Nine – The Nativity and Priestly/Consecrated Vocations
Scripture Reading:
“And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen.” (Luke 2:20)
Reflection:
The birth of Our Adorable Jesus draws our hearts to the shepherds, the humble witnesses of the Incarnation, and reminds us of the priestly and consecrated vocation: those who serve God and His people, often hidden yet indispensable. In today’s world, priests and consecrated souls face challenges—distractions, worldly pressures, lack of support, and personal struggles—but the Nativity calls them to imitate the humility and fidelity of Mary and Joseph. Just as Jesus’ birth revealed God’s love in simplicity and obedience, so too must clergy and religious live with integrity, prayer, and courage, bringing Christ to a world in need of guidance, healing, and hope. Their lives are a living Nativity, bearing Christ to the faithful through teaching, sacraments, and loving service.
Prayer (150 words):
O Infant Jesus, born in poverty and humility, we entrust to You all priests and consecrated souls. Strengthen their hearts with Your love, renew their zeal for holiness, and protect them from discouragement, temptation, and indifference. May they find joy in serving You and courage in guiding Your flock, imitating the faithfulness of Mary and Joseph. We offer reparation for those times when Your servants are neglected, misunderstood, or weak, and we ask Your grace to help them persevere in chastity, obedience, and service. Inspire them with the light of Your Nativity, so that they may bear witness to Your presence in the world and lead others to glorify God. Grant that, through their fidelity, Your love may reach every heart, and Your Kingdom may grow in holiness, justice, and peace. Amen.
Closing Prayer (to be said each day):
O Divine Infant Jesus, we thank You for the grace of this day and for allowing us to reflect on the wonders of Your holy Nativity. May the love that led You to be born in humility fill our hearts and transform our lives. We offer You all our intentions—those of our families, the Church, the forgotten and suffering, the unborn, the pure in heart, and all who labor for Your glory. May our hearts, like Yours, overflow with mercy, patience, and love. Teach us to honor Your birth not only in words, but in deeds of charity, reparation, and fidelity to Your will. May we go forth renewed in faith, hope, and love, ever seeking to glorify You in our lives. Through Mary, Your Blessed Mother, we entrust ourselves to Your care. Amen.
Litany of the Infant Jesus
Lord have mercy, Lord have mercy
Christ, have mercy, Christ, have mercy
Lord have mercy, Lord, have mercy
Infant Jesus, hear us, Infant 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 Ghost, have mercy on us
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us
Infant Jesus, have mercy on us
Infant, very God, have mercy on us
Infant, Son of the Living God, have mercy on us
Infant, Son of the Virgin Mary, have mercy on us
Infant, begotten before the morning star, have mercy on us
Infant, Word made flesh, have mercy on us
Infant, Wisdom of your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, Purity of your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, only Son of your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, First-Born of your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, Image of your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, Creator of your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, Splendor of your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, Honor of your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, equal to your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, subject to your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, Joy of your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, Riches of your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, Gift of your Father, have mercy on us
Infant, Offering of your mother, have mercy on us
Infant, precious fruit of a virgin, have mercy on us
Infant, Creator of man, have mercy on us
Infant, Power of God, have mercy on us
Infant, our God, have mercy on us
Infant, our Brother, have mercy on us
Infant, perfect Man from your conception, have mercy on us
Infant, ancient in wisdom from your childhood, have mercy on us
Infant, Father of ages, have mercy on us
Infant, of days, have mercy on us
Infant, giving life, and nourished at the breast, have mercy on us
Infant, Eternal Word, and making yourself dumb, have mercy on us
Infant, weeping in the crib, have mercy on us
Infant, thundering in heaven, have mercy on us
Infant, terror of hell, have mercy on us
Infant, Joy of Paradise, have mercy on us
Infant, dreaded by tyrants, have mercy on us
Infant, desired by the Magi, have mercy on us
Infant, exiled from your people, have mercy on us
Infant, King in exile, have mercy on us
Infant, Destroyer of idols, have mercy on us
Infant, Vindicator of the glory of God, have mercy on us
Infant, strong in weakness, have mercy on us
Infant, powerful in abasement, have mercy on us
Infant, Treasure of Grace, have mercy on us
Infant, Fountain of Love, have mercy on us
Infant, Author of the blessings of heaven, have mercy on us
Infant, Repairer of the evils of earth, have mercy on us
Infant, Head of the angels, have mercy on us
Infant, Stem of the patriarchs, have mercy on us
Infant, Word of the prophets, have mercy on us
Infant, Expectation of nations, have mercy on us
Infant, Joy of the shepherds, have mercy on us
Infant, Light of the Magi, have mercy on us
Infant, Salvation of children, have mercy on us
Infant, Hope of the just, have mercy on us
Infant, Teacher of doctors, have mercy on us
Infant, First-fruits of the saints, have mercy on us
Be merciful, spare us, O Infant Jesus
Be merciful, graciously hear us, O Infant Jesus
From the bondage of the children of Adam, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the slavery of the devil, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the corruption of the world, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the lust of the flesh, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the pride of life, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the immoderate desire of knowledge, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the blindness of mind, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From the perversity of will, Infant Jesus, deliver us
From our sins, Infant Jesus, deliver us
Through your most pure conception, deliver us
Through your most humble birth, deliver us
Through your tears, deliver us
Through your most painful circumcision, deliver us
Through your most glorious epiphany, deliver us
Through your most devout presentation, deliver us
Through your most innocent conversation in the world, deliver us
Through your most holy life, deliver us
Through your poverty, deliver us
Through your sorrows, deliver us
Through your labors and travails, deliver us
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, spare us, O Infant Jesus
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Infant Jesus
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us, O Infant Jesus
Infant Jesus, hear us, Infant Jesus, graciously hear us
Let us pray:
O Lord Jesus, who allowed the greatness of Your incarnate divinity and most sacred humanity to be born in time, to become a little child, and to suffer bitter death, grant that we may acknowledge infinite wisdom in the silence of a child, power in weakness, majesty in abasement, so that adoring Your humility and littleness on earth we may contemplate Your glories in heaven. We ask this of You, who, with the Father and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns God, forever and ever. Amen.
May the Real Presence of Our Adorable Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament bless and sanctify us, filling our hearts with His love, peace, and grace, now and always. Amen.