Novena for the Holy Souls in Purgatory
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Our Catholic Faith teaches us that the souls of the faithful departed must be entirely purified before they enter into eternal rest in Heaven. We know that the souls of most people who have died in friendship with God must be purified in Purgatory.
The holy souls in Purgatory are in great need of our prayers. Scripture and Tradition tell us that the holy souls in Purgatory need our prayers, and that it is a holy work to pray for the souls of the dead who are suffering in Purgatory.
The Church views the act of praying for the souls in Purgatory with such importance that she has included this work in the seventh spiritual work of mercy: “Praying for the living and the dead.”
Let’s offer our prayers for the souls of those who are awaiting their eternal heavenly rest through this Novena for the Holy Souls in Purgatory!
Why Pray the Novena for the Holy Souls in Purgatory?
You can pray the Novena for the Holy Souls in Purgatory for a deceased relative or friend of yours. Or you can use this novena to pray for the soul of a deceased person whom one of your loved ones is grieving.
You can also use this novena to pray for a deceased group of people, such as victims of a natural disaster or some other calamity. Or you can use it to pray for all people who have died from a specific ailment.
Additionally, you can use this novena to prepare for All Souls Day, when we pray for the Holy Souls in Purgatory in a particular way.
Novena for the Holy Souls in Purgatory Prayers
Novena for the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 1
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
Many of us have grieved the death of our relatives. You know the depths of our sufferings in grief, but You give us great hope in Your mercy. Your justice demands that all souls be totally purified before coming into Your presence in the Beatific vision, and You mercifully allow us to participate in this mystery through our prayers for the dead.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of our deceased relatives!
Help us to grow in our trust in You each day. Help us to surrender our lives fully to You, even in the midst of pain or suffering.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 2
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
You have blessed us with many holy friendships and relationships in our lives. The death of loved ones is always a difficult and trying time, but we can be consoled by the hope that our loved ones are waiting for their eternal rest with You. And we can assist our loved ones in Purgatory with our prayers.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all our deceased friends and loved ones!
Help us to grow in love for You and appreciation of Your goodness. Help us to surrender ourselves to You each day.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 3
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
Your priests have chosen to devote themselves to You in a special way during this life. Their duties were not easy, and many priests have fallen short of Your will for them at different times. Please look with mercy on the souls of all priests who have died and who await entrance into Heaven.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all deceased priests!
Help us to strive to follow You more closely each day. Help us to grow to a deeper, more fervent imitation of You at every opportunity.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 4
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
Many holy men and women have chosen to devote their lives to You in a religious order. Many of them lived out their vocations well and served You with devotion. But religious are also flawed human beings, and many deceased religious are still suffering in Purgatory as they await entrance into Heaven.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all deceased religious sisters, brothers, and priests!
Help us to trust in Your mercy and goodness each day. Help us to grow in true devotion to You in our lives.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 5
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
None of us truly knows the day nor the hour when You will see fit to bring our lives to an end. Many people have met their deaths suddenly and have failed to prepare their souls for Your just judgment. Please exercise Your great mercy on all who have died in such a sudden manner.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all who died a sudden death!
Help us to always keep our final end in mind each day of our lives. Help us to live prepared to meet You at all times.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 6
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
You long for all people to turn to You, and You give each of us the opportunity to grow to a deep relationship with You. Even when we reject You many times throughout our lives, You continue to exercise Your mercy towards us. And You allow us to come back into Your friendship.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all who returned to You in the last moments of their earthly lives!
Help us to grow in our desire for union with You. Help us to live our lives each day with an awareness of our final ends.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 7
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
You give each of us many opportunities throughout our lives to prepare to meet You at our last judgment. It must please You when we make good use of these opportunities, when we work to grow in holiness and in imitation of You.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all who died happy to be able to find their rest with You!
Help us to make growth in holiness and virtue a true priority in our lives. Help us to make use of every opportunity You give us to prepare for our final judgment.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 8
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
In our fallen world, many of us make poor decisions and fall away from You at times. You, who are Goodness itself, are able to bring good out of every situation. In Your mercy, You are able to bring even those who have made many grievous mistakes during their lives into Heaven with You after they seek Your forgiveness.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls of all who were filled with regrets over their lives when they died!
Help us to live each day in true unity with You. Help us to grow in love for You and in the desire to please You in our lives.
I especially ask in this novena (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 the Holy Souls in Purgatory - Day 9
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Dear Lord, we trust in Your infinite goodness. We praise Your justice and implore Your mercy upon all the holy souls who are suffering in Purgatory as they await their eternal Heavenly rest with You.
Every person is precious to You, and You long to bring each of us to Heaven with You. But many people leave this world without any friends or family members to pray for their souls. These poor souls must wait on Your mercy and our prayers as they suffer in Purgatory.
We ask You to bring all the holy souls in Purgatory into eternal Heavenly rest with You, especially the souls who have no one to pray for them!
Help us grow in virtue and charity, out of love for You. Help us to become closer to You and stronger in the desire to imitate You each day.
I especially ask in this novena (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.