Mary Our Help

NOVENA IN HONOUR OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL AND IN HONOUR OF THE NINE ANGELIC CHOIRS

In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, Amen. Come Holy Ghost, fill the hearts of the faithful, and kindle in them the fire of thy love.
V. Send forth thy spirit, and they shall be created.
R. And thou shall renew the face of the earth.

LET US PRAY
Oh God, who by the light of the Holy Ghost, didst instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that in the same spirit, we may be truly wise, and ever rejoice in His consolation, through Christ, our lord. Amen.
V. Thou, o lord, will open my lips.
R. And my tongue shall announce Thy praise.
V. Incline unto my aid, o God.
R. Oh lord, make haste to help me.
V. Glory be to the Father, etc.
R. As it was in the beginning, etc.

EXAMINATION OF CONSCIENCE
PSALM 51
Have mercy on me, oh lord for I have sinned. In your compassion, blot out my offence. O wash me more and more from my guilt and cleanse me from my sins, my offences truly I know them, my sin is always before me, against you, you alone, have I sinned, what is evil in your sight I have done; that you may be justified when you give sentence and be without reproach when you judge, oh see, in guilt, I was born, a sinner was I conceived indeed you love truth in the heart, then in the secret of my heart teach me wisdom, oh purify me, I shall be clean, wash me, I shall be whiter than snow, make me hear rejoicing and gladness, that the bones you have crushed may thrill. From my sins, turn away your face and blot out all my guilt. A pure heart creates for me, oh God, put a steadfast spirit within me, do not cast me away from your presence, nor deprive me of your holy spirit, give me again the joy of your help, with a spirit of favour sustains me, that I may teach transgressors your ways, and sinners will return to you. Oh, rescue me, God, my helper, and my tongue ring out your goodness. O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall declare your praise. For in sacrifices, you take no delight, burnt offering from me you would refuse; my sacrifice is a contrite spirit. A humbled, contrite heart you will not spurn. In your goodness, show favour to Zion, Rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, then you will be pleased with lawful sacrifice (burnt offering wholly consumed), then you will be offered a young bull on your altar. Glory to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be world without end. Amen

CHAPLET OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL (OFFICE OF THE NINE ANGELIC CHOIRS)
THE FIRST SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE SERAPHIM
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute you, St. Michael, glorious Prince of the choir of Seraphim, and all the angels of this burning choir of love. I thank you, Oh holy angels, for your most ardent love of God and Mary, the queen of this choir. Inflame me and all men with your purest Angelic love, that with you we may love God here on earth and one day for all eternity in heaven.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE SECOND SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE CHERUBIM
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute you, St. Michael, glorious Prince of the choir of the cherubim and all the angels of this choir. I thank you for your great zeal for the glory of God. As one day, you fought against Lucifer and his host to defend the honour of the incarnate word and His blessed mother, so now defend us, your helpless little brethren, against the same powerful enemy that our hearts will always be pure and undefiled, the real tabernacle of Christ, sanctuary of the Holy Ghost, the temple of the most adorable Trinity.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE THIRD SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE THRONES
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee, St. Michael, glorious Prince of the choir of the thrones and all the angels of this choir. O heavenly spirits whom God has appointed to preside over nations, kingdoms, dioceses and religious communities, guide and rule over us, inspire and direct the heart of men so that many saints may arise in every nation and every religious community. In particular, I greet and salute the angel who presides over our community by God's will. Pray, bless and intercede for us. We promise obedience and reverence.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE FOURTH SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE DOMINATIONS
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee, St. Michael, glorious Prince of the choir of dominations, and all the angels of this choir. By the will of the most high, you assist confessors, preachers, superiors of religious institutions, teachers, and all who spread the kingdom of God. We humbly pray and beseech you, convert the heretics and infidels, bring back to the faith the fallen away Catholics, illuminate the mind of men and inflame their hearts that soon maybe but on the fold and one shepherd.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE FIFTH SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE PRINCIPALITIES
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee St. Michael, glorious Prince of this most exalted choir of the principalities, and all the angels of this choir. To your loving care, God has committed each parish. You watch over every tabernacle and offer your sanctus in reparation for the scandals, the coldness and indifference of the hearts of men. You pray for the dying and that the little ones may receive the sacrament of baptism. I unite my prayers to yours, especially with the angels of this parish.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE SIXTH SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE POWERS
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee, St. Michael, glorious Prince of the choir of powers, and all the angels of this most exalted choir. Protect us against the powers of darkness, especially against temptations of pride, anger, and impatience, that with your assistance, we may constantly advance on the road to perfection.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE SEVENTH SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE VIRTUES
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee St. Michael, glorious Prince of the choir of virtues, and all the angels of this heavenly choir. You assist pious souls in the most important task of their purification. Assist us, o holy angels, that we will not only have the will but adopt the means, that we may never dread the sacrifice, but with your help and assistance, we acquire one virtue after another so that the splendour of God's own sanctity may be reflected in us.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE EIGHTH SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE ARCHANGELS
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee St. Michael, glorious Prince of the most exalted choir of the Archangels, and all the angels of this choir. Glory and thanksgiving be to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost for creating you and assuming from your midst the seven Archangels who stand before the throne of God. we most humbly pray and beseech the Holy Archangels to teach us and those dear to us the science and wisdom of saints.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

THE NINTH SALUTATION IN HONOUR OF THE ANGELS
In the name of Jesus and Mary, I salute thee, St. Michael, glorious Prince of the most exalted choir of the Angels and all the Angels of this choir. Paused in awe and astonishment, God has appointed one of the princes of this heavenly host to be the custodian of every man. One of them is appointed to watch over me, guide, and even serve me. My faithful friend, my dearest brother in the Holy Angel. I greet you a thousand times in the name of Jesus and Mary; I thank God that He made thee so beautiful and powerful.
One Our Father, Three Hail Marys, One Glory be, etc.

Then say the Our Father four times, in conclusion: the first to St. Michael, the second to St Gabriel, the third to St. Raphael, the fourth to your guardian angel.

ANTHEM
Oh glorious prince St. Michael, chief and commander of the heavenly host, guardian of souls, vanquisher of rebel spirit, a servant in the house of the divine king and our admirable conductor, who does shine with excellence and superhuman virtue, vouchsafe to deliver us from all evil, who turn to thee with confidence, and enable us by thy gracious protection to serve God more and more faithfully every day.
V. pray for us, oh glorious St. Michael, Prince of the church of Jesus Christ.
R. That we may be made worthy of His promises.

LET US PRAY
Almighty and everlasting God, who by a prodigy of goodness and a merciful desire for the salvation of all men, has appointed the most gracious Archangel, St. Michael, Prince of thy church, make us worthy will beseech thee, to be delivered by his powerful protection at the hour of death, and may we be conducted by him into the August presence of thy divine majesty. This we beg through the merit of Jesus Christ, our lord. Amen.

INVOCATION OF THE NINE CHOIRS OF ANGELS
Oh holy angels watch over us at all times during this perilous life;
Holy archangels be our guides on the way to heaven;
Oh holy choirs of the principalities govern us in soul and body;
Oh mighty powers preserve us against the powers and assault of the demons;
Oh celestial virtue give us strength and courage in the battle of life;
Oh powerful dominations obtain for us dominion over the rebellion of our flesh;
Oh sacred thrones grant us peace with God and men;
Oh brilliant cherubim illuminate our mind with divine knowledge;
Oh burning seraphim enkindle in our hearts the fire of charity. Amen.

LITANY OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL
Lord, have mercy on us,
Christ, have mercy on us,
Lord, have mercy on us,
Christ, hear us,
Christ, graciously hear us.
God the Father of heaven, have mercy on us,
God the Son redeemer of the world, have mercy on us,
God the Holy Ghost, have mercy on us,
Holy Trinity, one God, have mercy on us.
Response: pray for us.
Holy Mary, Queen of Angels,
St. Michael, the Archangel,
St. Michael, filled with the wisdom of God,
St. Michael, perfect adore of the incarnate word,
St. Michael, crowned with honour and glory,
St. Michael, most powerful Prince of the Armies of the Lord,
St. Michael, standard bearer of the Most Holy Trinity,
St. Michael, guardian of paradise,
St. Michael, guide and comforter of the people of Israel,
St. Michael, splendor and fortress of the church militant,
St. Michael, honour and joy of the church triumphant,
St. Michael, light of angels,
St. Michael, bulwark of orthodox believers,
St. Michael, strength of those who fight under the standard of the cross,
St. Michael, light and confidence of souls at the hour of death,
St. Michael, our most sure aid,
St. Michael, our help in all adversities,
St. Michael, herald of the everlasting sentence,
St. Michael, consoler of souls detained in the flames of purgatory,
Thou whom the lord has charged to receive souls after death,
St. Michael, our Prince,
St. Michael, our advocate,
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world,
spare us, O Lord,
Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world,
graciously hear us O Lord,
Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world,
have mercy on us.
V. Pray for us, O gracious St. Michael, Prince of the church of Jesus Christ.
R. That we may be made worthy of His promises.

LET US PRAY
Sanctify us we beseech thee, O Lord, with thy holy blessing, and grant us, by the intercession of Michael, that wisdom which teaches us to lay up treasures in heaven by exchanging the goods of this world for those of eternity, thou who live and reign world without end.

PRAYER TO OUR LADY AUGUST QUEEN OF ANGELS

August queen of heaven, sovereign mistress of the angels, you who from the beginning has received from God the power and mission to crush the head of satan, we humbly beg thee to send your holy legions, that under thy command and by your power, they may pursue the evil spirits, encounter them on every side, resist their bold attacks and drive them hence into the abyss of eternal woes. Amen
(Say your intentions here)
Say the prayer for the appropriate day below

FIRST DAY

Ardent Seraphim, you who dwell in the eternal home of love, unceasingly absorbed in the rays of the sun of justice, we beg you, in virtue of the Divine Blood, to enkindle in our hearts that holy fire with which you are consumed.