NOVEMBER – DECEMBER 2026

Advent & Christmas novenas 2026

Novenas that begin or end in November and December 2026, with the day each one starts and the feast it prepares for. Open any novena to pray it day by day.

9 days

All Saints Novena

Starts: Fri, 23 October 2026
All Saints: Sun, 1 November 2026

Patron of Salvation and the intercession of the saints

9 days

Holy Souls in Purgatory Novena

Starts: Sat, 24 October 2026
Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls): Mon, 2 November 2026

Patron of Prayers for the faithful departed and holy souls in purgatory

9 days

Saint Martin de Porres Novena

Starts: Sun, 25 October 2026
St. Martin de Porres: Tue, 3 November 2026

Patron of Charity to the poor, the sick, healthcare workers, humility and racial reconciliation.

9 days

Saint Hubert Novena

Starts: Sun, 25 October 2026
St. Hubert, Bishop (local or devotional commemoration): Tue, 3 November 2026

Patron of Hunters and those working with animals; conversion; prudent stewardship of creation.

9 days

Saint Charles Borromeo Novena

Starts: Mon, 26 October 2026
St. Charles Borromeo: Wed, 4 November 2026

Patron of Bishops, seminarians, catechists, ecclesiastical reform, charity and Christian discipline.

9 days

Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity Novena

Starts: Fri, 30 October 2026
St. Elizabeth of the Trinity: Sun, 8 November 2026

Patron of Interior prayer, recollection, knowledge of the Holy Trinity, and perseverance.

9 days

Pope Saint Leo the Great Novena

Starts: Sun, 1 November 2026
St. Leo the Great: Tue, 10 November 2026

Patron of Pastoral leadership; integrity of Catholic doctrine; teachers and preachers; courage in defense of the faith.

9 days

Saint Andrew Avellino Novena

Starts: Sun, 1 November 2026
St. Andrew Avellino: Tue, 10 November 2026

Patron of Against sudden death; a holy and prepared death; the dying; Naples and Sicily.

9 days

Saint Martin of Tours Novena

Starts: Mon, 2 November 2026
St. Martin of Tours: Wed, 11 November 2026

Patron of Charity to the poor, soldiers, conscientious service, pastoral ministry and Christian generosity.

9 days

Saint Josaphat Novena

Starts: Tue, 3 November 2026
Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr: Thu, 12 November 2026

Patron of Church unity, Eastern Catholic Christians, bishops, martyrs and reconciliation.

9 days

Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini Novena

Starts: Wed, 4 November 2026
Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini: Fri, 13 November 2026

Patron of Immigrants, refugees, orphans, hospitals, missionaries, and those far from home.

9 days

Saint Homobonus Novena

Starts: Wed, 4 November 2026
Saint Homobonus of Cremona: Fri, 13 November 2026

Patron of Merchants, tailors, businesspeople, workers, peacemakers and those serving the poor.

9 days

Saint Albert the Great Novena

Starts: Fri, 6 November 2026
Saint Albert the Great, Bishop and Doctor: Sun, 15 November 2026

Patron of Students, scientists, philosophers, theologians, teachers and medical technologists.

9 days

Saint Giuseppe Moscati Novena

Starts: Sat, 7 November 2026
Saint Giuseppe Moscati (local Naples observance): Mon, 16 November 2026

Patron of Physicians, medical students, scientists, healthcare workers, the sick and poor patients.

9 days

Saint Margaret of Scotland Novena

Starts: Sat, 7 November 2026
St. Margaret of Scotland: Mon, 16 November 2026

Patron of Scotland, mothers, families, widows and charitable service.

9 days

Saint Gertrude the Great Novena

Starts: Sat, 7 November 2026
St. Gertrude the Great: Mon, 16 November 2026

Patron of Contemplative prayer, love of the Sacred Heart, devotion to the Eucharist, and prayer for the departed.

9 days

Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Novena

Starts: Sun, 8 November 2026
St. Elizabeth of Hungary: Tue, 17 November 2026

Patron of Widows, charitable organizations, hospitals, those in need and the works of mercy.

9 days

Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne Novena

Starts: Mon, 9 November 2026
St. Rose Philippine Duchesne: Wed, 18 November 2026

Patron of Missionaries, teachers, courageous service, education and perseverance amid difficulties.

9 days

Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Novena

Starts: Thu, 12 November 2026
Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Sat, 21 November 2026

Patron of Consecration to God, Christian vocation, purity of heart, parents and children.

9 days

Saint Cecilia Novena

Starts: Fri, 13 November 2026
St. Cecilia: Sun, 22 November 2026

Patron of Church musicians, singers, composers, liturgical music and music students.

9 days

Christ the King Novena

Starts: Sat, 14 November 2026
Christ the King: Sun, 22 November 2026

Patron of Christ the King, faithfulness to the Gospel, human dignity, religious liberty and charity.

9 days

Pope Saint Clement I Novena

Starts: Sat, 14 November 2026
St. Clement I: Mon, 23 November 2026

Patron of Church unity, apostolic faith, reconciliation, pastors and people suffering persecution.

9 days

Blessed Miguel Agustín Pro Novena

Starts: Sat, 14 November 2026
Blessed Miguel Agustín Pro: Mon, 23 November 2026

Patron of Religious freedom, fidelity in persecution, priests, families, prisoners and working people.

9 days

Saint Felicitas of Rome Novena

Starts: Sat, 14 November 2026
St. Felicitas of Rome: Mon, 23 November 2026

Patron of Parents who suffer for their children; widows; perseverance and courage in Christian witness.

9 days

Saint Columban Novena

Starts: Sat, 14 November 2026
St. Columban: Mon, 23 November 2026

Patron of Missionaries, monastic communities, pilgrims, perseverance in faith and reconciliation.

9 days

Saint Andrew Dũng-Lạc and Companions Novena

Starts: Sun, 15 November 2026
St. Andrew Dũng-Lạc and Companions: Tue, 24 November 2026

Patron of Persecuted Christians; Vietnamese Catholics; perseverance in faith and religious freedom.

9 days

Saint Catherine of Alexandria Novena

Starts: Mon, 16 November 2026
St. Catherine of Alexandria: Wed, 25 November 2026

Patron of Students, philosophers, scholars, those seeking wisdom and steadfastness in faith.

9 days

Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Novena

Starts: Thu, 19 November 2026
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal: Fri, 27 November 2026

Patron of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, conversion, trust in Mary's intercession, holiness of life and consolation.

9 days

Saint Catherine Labouré Novena

Starts: Thu, 19 November 2026
St. Catherine Labouré: Sat, 28 November 2026

Patron of Humility, discernment, Marian devotion, Daughters of Charity and service to the poor.

9 days

Saint Andrew the Apostle Novena

Starts: Sat, 21 November 2026
St. Andrew the Apostle: Mon, 30 November 2026

Patron of Scotland, fishermen, those called to discipleship, evangelization and missionary service.

9 days

Saint Edmund Campion Novena

Starts: Sun, 22 November 2026
St. Edmund Campion: Tue, 1 December 2026

Patron of England and Wales, conversions and returns to the faith, priests, freedom of conscience and courage under persecution.

9 days

Saint Francis Xavier Novena of Grace

Starts: Tue, 24 November 2026
St. Francis Xavier: Thu, 3 December 2026

Patron of Missions, missionaries, evangelization and the spread of the Gospel.

9 days

Saint Barbara Novena

Starts: Wed, 25 November 2026
St. Barbara: Fri, 4 December 2026

Patron of Those at risk of sudden death, miners, artillery personnel, firefighters, and the grace of a holy death with the sacraments.

9 days

Saint John Damascene Novena

Starts: Wed, 25 November 2026
St. John Damascene: Fri, 4 December 2026

Patron of Theologians, iconographers, religious artists, and those defending the faith.

9 days

Saint Nicholas of Myra Novena

Starts: Fri, 27 November 2026
St. Nicholas of Myra: Sun, 6 December 2026

Patron of Children, families, sailors, people falsely accused, the poor and generous works of charity.

9 days

Saint Ambrose Novena

Starts: Sat, 28 November 2026
St. Ambrose: Mon, 7 December 2026

Patron of Catechists, bishops, preachers, theologians, beekeepers and students.

9 days

Immaculate Conception Novena

Starts: Sun, 29 November 2026
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Tue, 8 December 2026

Patron of The Immaculate Conception, purity of heart, holiness and trust in the intercession of Our Lady.

9 days

Saint Juan Diego Novena

Starts: Mon, 30 November 2026
St. Juan Diego: Wed, 9 December 2026

Patron of Indigenous Catholics, lay evangelization, humble service, devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe.

25 days

Saint Andrew Christmas Novena

Starts: Mon, 30 November 2026
Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas): Fri, 25 December 2026

Patron of Intercession of St. Andrew Christmas Novena

9 days

Our Lady of Loreto Novena

Starts: Tue, 1 December 2026
Our Lady of Loreto: Thu, 10 December 2026

Patron of Air travelers, aircrews, the Holy House of Nazareth, families and pilgrimage.

9 days

Pope Saint Damasus I Novena

Starts: Wed, 2 December 2026
St. Damasus I: Fri, 11 December 2026

Patron of Veneration of the martyrs, remembrance of Christian witnesses, biblical scholarship and Church history.

9 days

Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena

Starts: Thu, 3 December 2026
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Sat, 12 December 2026

Patron of Mexico, the Americas, pregnant mothers, families, conversion and consolation in difficulty.

9 days

Saint Lucy of Syracuse Novena

Starts: Fri, 4 December 2026
St. Lucy of Syracuse: Sun, 13 December 2026

Patron of People who are blind or visually impaired, eye health, sight and Christian courage.

9 days

Saint John of the Cross Novena

Starts: Sat, 5 December 2026
St. John of the Cross: Mon, 14 December 2026

Patron of Contemplative prayer, spiritual growth, Discalced Carmelites and writers on mystical theology.

9 days

Saint Adelaide Novena

Starts: Mon, 7 December 2026
St. Adelaide: Wed, 16 December 2026

Patron of Widows, families, prisoners, exiles, stepfamilies and victims of abuse.

9 days

Saint Peter Canisius Novena

Starts: Sat, 12 December 2026
St. Peter Canisius: Mon, 21 December 2026

Patron of Catechists, Catholic educators, students, priests and defenders of sound doctrine.

9 days

Saint John of Kanty Novena

Starts: Mon, 14 December 2026
St. John of Kanty: Wed, 23 December 2026

Patron of Students, university teachers, Poland, pilgrims, priests and people in poverty.

9 days

Saint Anastasia of Sirmium Novena

Starts: Wed, 16 December 2026
Saint Anastasia (commemorated at Christmas Dawn Mass): Fri, 25 December 2026

Patron of Prisoners, persecuted Christians, those who suffer and those seeking courage in faith.

9 days

Novena de Aguinaldos

Starts: Wed, 16 December 2026
Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas): Fri, 25 December 2026

Patron of Adviento, nacimiento de Jesús, preparación familiar para la Navidad.

9 days

Las Posadas — Novena Tradicional de Navidad

Starts: Wed, 16 December 2026
Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas): Fri, 25 December 2026

Patron of Adviento, hospitalidad cristiana, oración familiar y la Natividad de Jesús.

9 days

Christmas Novena — Nativity of Our Lord

Starts: Wed, 16 December 2026
Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas): Fri, 25 December 2026

Patron of Christmas preparation; the Incarnation and Nativity of Our Lord.

9 days

Saint Stephen, First Martyr Novena

Starts: Thu, 17 December 2026
St. Stephen, First Martyr: Sat, 26 December 2026

Patron of Deacons, those persecuted for the faith, courageous witness, Christian forgiveness.

9 days

Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Novena

Starts: Fri, 18 December 2026
Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph: Sun, 27 December 2026

Patron of Family unity, Christian marriage, parents, children, peace in the home and a holy death.

9 days

Saint John the Apostle and Evangelist Novena

Starts: Fri, 18 December 2026
Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist: Sun, 27 December 2026

Patron of Love for Christ, Scripture study, writers, evangelists and theologians.

9 days

Holy Innocents Novena

Starts: Sat, 19 December 2026
Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Mon, 28 December 2026

Patron of Children and protection of vulnerable people.

9 days

Saint Thomas Becket Novena

Starts: Sun, 20 December 2026
Saint Thomas Becket, Bishop and Martyr: Tue, 29 December 2026

Patron of Clergy, freedom of the Church, courageous conscience and those suffering persecution.

9 days

Pope Saint Sylvester I Novena

Starts: Tue, 22 December 2026
Pope Saint Sylvester I: Thu, 31 December 2026

Patron of The Church's pastors, peace, faithfulness and the memory of the early Church.

9 days

Mary, Mother of God Novena

Starts: Wed, 23 December 2026
Mary, the Holy Mother of God: Fri, 1 January 2027

Patron of Christian motherhood, families, peace, and faith in the Incarnation.

9 days

Saint Gregory Nazianzen Novena

Starts: Thu, 24 December 2026
St. Gregory Nazianzen: Sat, 2 January 2027

Patron of Theologians, teachers, poets, bishops, defenders of the Trinity.

9 days

Saint Basil the Great Novena

Starts: Thu, 24 December 2026
St. Basil the Great: Sat, 2 January 2027

Patron of Monks, bishops, healthcare, theological learning and Christian charity.

9 days

Holy Name of Jesus Novena

Starts: Fri, 25 December 2026
Holy Name of Jesus: Sun, 3 January 2027

Patron of Reverence for the Holy Name of Jesus, repentance, perseverance and conversion.

9 days

Saint Genevieve Novena

Starts: Fri, 25 December 2026
St. Genevieve: Sun, 3 January 2027

Patron of Paris, civic welfare, charity, protection from dangers and care for people in need.

9 days

Epiphany of the Lord Novena

Starts: Fri, 25 December 2026
Epiphany of the Lord: Sun, 3 January 2027

Patron of Revelation of Christ to the nations and visit of the Magi.

9 days

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Novena

Starts: Sat, 26 December 2026
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Mon, 4 January 2027

Patron of Catholic education, Catholic converts, mothers, widows, religious sisters, orphans, people in poverty.

9 days

Saint John Neumann Novena

Starts: Sun, 27 December 2026
St. John Neumann: Tue, 5 January 2027

Patron of Catholic schools, immigrants, Catholic educators, priests, pastoral care, and the Diocese of Philadelphia.

9 days

Saint André Bessette Novena

Starts: Mon, 28 December 2026
St. André Bessette: Wed, 6 January 2027

Patron of Sick people, the suffering, caregivers, doorkeepers, humility, and devotion to Saint Joseph.

9 days

Saint Raymond of Peñafort Novena

Starts: Tue, 29 December 2026
St. Raymond of Peñafort: Thu, 7 January 2027

Patron of Canon lawyers, confessors, penitents, legal professionals, reconciliation, and those in captivity.

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