Novena for Depression
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There are many reasons we might struggle with depression in our lives, and depression might manifest itself in a variety of different ways. Ongoing depression can be a serious struggle and a heavy cross to bear.
Despite the many sufferings we might face, God wants each one of us to be happy during our time on earth. He allows us to undergo sufferings at different times for the ultimate good of our souls and the souls of others.
There are many ways we can find relief from the sufferings of depression in our lives, but it is not always easy to find this relief. We should always turn to God for help when we face such mental and emotional suffering as depression.
Let’s offer prayers in this Novena for Depression that God will help us and all who are struggling with the suffering of depression.
Why Pray the Novena for Depression?
You can pray the Novena for Depression if you have been struggling with depression for a long time. You can use this novena to seek God’s help if you don’t know what else to do to seek relief from the sufferings of depression. Or you can pray the Novena for Depression if you have recently begun struggling with depression.
You can also pray the Novena for Depression for someone you know who is struggling with depression. Or you can pray this novena to seek God’s help if you are working to help others who are struggling with depression in their lives.
Novena for Depression Prayers
Novena for Depression - Day 1
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
We know that You want each one of us to ultimately be happy with You in heaven. During our lives on earth in this fallen world, You often bring us closer to You during trials and suffering. As we struggle through depression, You can help us to grow in the virtue of perseverance.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help us to grow in the perseverance we need.
Help us to grow in all the virtues we need for holiness. Give us the grace to strive for deeper holiness each day of our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 2
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
You know well what it means to suffer. During Your time on earth as a Man, You suffered emotionally and mentally, in addition to the physical pain You endured. As we struggle with the emotional pain of depression, we are in great need of humility to admit our struggles and to seek the help we need.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help us to grow in the humility we need.
Help us to trust in You fully in every circumstance. Give us the grace to grow in our relationship with You even in the midst of suffering.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 3
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
It can be very difficult for us to know how to seek help as we struggle with depression. There are many different ways we can begin to find relief, but we are in great need of wisdom as we seek to understand how we can find healing.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help us to grow in the wisdom we need.
Help us to always rely on You for all that we need in our lives. Give us the grace to serve You faithfully in every circumstance.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 4
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
We know that You provide all that we need for us in our lives. As we struggle with the pain of depression, it is not always easy for us to trust in Your plan for our lives or in Your providence for us. You can help us to grow in trust in You despite the sufferings we are enduring.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help us to grow to a deeper trust in You amidst this suffering.
Help us to never waver in our devotion to You, no matter what difficulties we might be facing. Give us the grace to serve You wholeheartedly each day.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 5
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
You have given us the privilege of being able to unite our own sufferings to the sufferings You endured for our redemption. It is not always easy for us to unite our mental and emotional sufferings to Yours, but You can help us to offer even our sufferings from depression to You.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help us to unite all of our sufferings to Yours.
Help us to always do all we can to grow in holiness at every opportunity You put before us. Give us the grace to serve You more devotedly each day of our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 6
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
You call us to trust in You fully and to surrender all things to You. In the midst of the sufferings of depression, it can be difficult for us to surrender ourselves to Your will. But You can help us grow in true surrender even in the midst of this suffering.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help us to grow in true surrender to Your will.
Help us to strive to become saints each day of our lives. Give us the grace to advance in virtue and holiness at every opportunity You give us.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 7
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
The suffering of depression can be very difficult for us to endure. You know the depths of our sufferings, and You provide us with relief from this suffering in many ways. You can help all those who work to bring healing to the depressed to be successful in their work.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You assist all who work to bring healing to those who are depressed.
Help us to trust in You even in the midst of suffering. Give us the grace to serve You worthily in every situation we face.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 8
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
We know that You lovingly provide for us in every situation we face in our lives. Throughout the struggles of depression, You often bring us assistance through other people. But sometimes we are not able to lean on any other people for help in this struggle.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help all who do not have anyone else to help them through their depression.
Help us to offer all sufferings we endure to You each day. Give us the grace to truly strive for saintliness, no matter how difficult it might be.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Novena for Depression - Day 9
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You for the many ways You bless us and provide for us. We ask You today to help us through the sufferings of depression.
The sufferings of depression can feel insurmountable at times, and we do not always see how to effectively find relief. Whenever we struggle with such feelings of discouragement in our lives, we should rely on You for strength and help.
We beg You to pour out Your grace on us as we struggle with depression, and we particularly ask today that You help all who feel discouraged as they seek relief from depression.
Help us to always make serving You our top priority in life. Give us the grace to devote ourselves more fully to You each day of our lives.
And we especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.