About the Our Lady of Sorrows Novena
Our Lady of Sorrows honours Mary’s share in the suffering of her Son, from the prophecy of Simeon at the Presentation to the burial of Jesus. The Servite Order, founded in the 13th century, did much to spread the devotion to her Seven Sorrows.
The seven sorrows are: the prophecy of Simeon, the flight into Egypt, the loss of the child Jesus in the Temple, meeting Jesus on the way to Calvary, the Crucifixion, the taking down of Jesus from the Cross, and His burial.
The memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows is September 15, the day after the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. This novena finishes on September 14, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
Get a reminder to start this novena on 09/06/2027 — 9 days before the feast on September 15
🙏 Novena Prayer: Our Lady of Sorrows
Mother of Sorrows, you stood beneath the Cross and did not leave your Son. Stand beside me in my own sorrows and teach me to carry them with faith.
By the sword that pierced your heart, obtain for me the grace to hate sin, to love Jesus crucified, and to trust that suffering offered to God is never wasted.
(Mention your intention here)
Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us. Amen.
Pray this prayer once each day for nine consecutive days, beginning on September 6.
9-Day Novena Schedule
Pray the novena prayer above once each day. Use this schedule to guide your meditation:
If you miss a day, simply continue. A novena is an act of love, not a legal contract. Our Lady values your faithful return above mechanical perfection.