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Day 1

Trust in Christ

Saint Peregrine’s healing directs your attention to Jesus, the source of every grace. Catholic prayer to the saints always leads to Christ, because the saints intercede through him and depend entirely upon him. When you ask Saint Peregrine for help, place the sick person and every fear into the Lord’s merciful hands. You may seek a cure with confidence while trusting that God remains near in every outcome. Let this first day renew your faith in Christ’s power, wisdom, and loving care.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 2

Prayer Amid Illness

Serious illness can make prayer feel difficult. Pain, exhaustion, uncertainty, and fear may leave you with few words. God still receives your prayer, even when it is only a sigh or the quiet offering of your presence. Saint Peregrine prayed when human strength could do no more. His example encourages you to remain before the Lord without pretending to be strong. Bring Christ the truth of this illness. Ask for healing, but also ask for the grace to pray faithfully through each hour.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 3

Christ Beside the Suffering

Jesus does not remain distant from human suffering. He accepted weariness, pain, abandonment, and death for your salvation. The crucified Lord before whom Saint Peregrine prayed is the same Lord who stays near every sick person. Illness is never proof that God has forgotten you. At the cross, suffering can be joined to Christ’s loving offering and become a prayer for others. Ask Saint Peregrine to help you recognize the presence of Jesus and to remain united with him during fear, pain, and uncertainty.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 4

Grace for Caregivers

Illness affects families, friends, medical workers, and all who provide daily care. Their service can become tiring, hidden, and emotionally heavy. Christ receives every patient act of love offered to a suffering person. Pray today for those who give medicine, prepare food, keep watch, provide transportation, or sit quietly beside the sick. Ask Saint Peregrine to obtain patience and wisdom for them. May they respect the dignity of the person in their care and recognize that their faithful service is precious in the sight of God.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 5

Patience During Treatment

Medical treatment often brings waiting, difficult decisions, uncomfortable procedures, and uncertain results. You can receive skilled care as a gift of God’s providence while continuing to ask for divine help. Faith supports the proper use of medicine and strengthens the sick person through treatment. Pray for doctors and nurses to act with knowledge, compassion, and respect for life. Ask Saint Peregrine for patience when progress is slow. May every treatment serve the true good of the person and be accompanied by prayer, hope, and loving support.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 6

Hope Without Presumption

Christian hope allows you to ask boldly for healing while leaving the answer to God’s wisdom. A physical cure is a great gift, but the deepest promise of faith is eternal life with Christ. This hope does not remove grief or make uncertainty easy. It gives a firm foundation when circumstances remain beyond your control. Ask Saint Peregrine to protect you from despair and from false confidence. Pray for a heart that expects God’s help, receives his grace each day, and trusts his final victory over suffering and death.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 7

Mercy in Weakness

Illness can reveal limits that were easier to ignore in better health. Needing help may be humbling, and dependence on others can feel burdensome. Yet your dignity does not depend on strength, productivity, or independence. You are loved by God and made in his image. Let weakness become an occasion to receive mercy with gratitude and to show patience toward yourself. Ask Saint Peregrine to intercede for anyone who feels useless or forgotten. May each sick person know the steady love of Christ and the faithful care of his Church.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 8

Communion of Saints

The intercession of Saint Peregrine reminds you that Christians do not pray alone. The saints are alive in Christ and pray with the Church for those still facing earthly trials. Their help never competes with the unique mediation of Jesus. It bears witness to the unity of his Body and the generosity of his grace. Entrust the sick to Saint Peregrine with confidence. Ask him to join your petition to the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mary and all the saints, always seeking the will and glory of God.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Day 9

Gratitude and Eternal Life

Complete this novena by thanking God for every grace already given. Gratitude can include relief from pain, strength for another day, loving care, renewed faith, or peace during uncertainty. Some petitions remain unanswered in the way you hoped, yet no sincere prayer is wasted. God draws you toward the fullness of life promised in Christ. Ask Saint Peregrine to continue interceding for the sick and their families. May healing be granted according to God’s will, and may every person remain faithful until entering the joy of eternal life.

O great St. Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty,” “The Wonder-Worker,” because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you. For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more. You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you. (Pause and silently recall the names of those for whom you are praying.) Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy. Amen.

Closing prayer

Our Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. St. Peregrine, pray for us.

Novena to St. Peregrine