This novena is prayed by couples seeking the blessing of a child. Each day includes: the Sign of the Cross, a common Opening Prayer, a daily Petition with Scripture, and a common Concluding Prayer.

Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Common Opening Prayer (to be prayed each day)

Heavenly Father, Author of all life, we come before You with grateful and trusting hearts.
You formed us in Your image and called us to share in Your gift of love through family life.

Through the intercession of Saints Joachim and Ann, who patiently awaited the gift of a child,
and through the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph of the Holy Family,
look kindly on us as we long for the blessing of new life.

Remember, O Lord, how You heard the cries of Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, Hannah, Elizabeth,
and all Your faithful servants who awaited a child in hope.
May their example teach us perseverance and confidence in Your loving plan.

If it is Your will, grant us the precious gift of a child,
that our home may reflect the joy and holiness of Nazareth,
and that we may raise this child to know, love, and serve You.

We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God forever and ever. Amen.

Day 1

Opening Prayer:
Loving Father, You formed every life in the secret place and called it good. As we begin this novena, we place our longing for a child in Your hands.

Petition:
Saints Joachim and Ann, you bore years of barrenness with faith. Intercede for us, that we may receive the gift of new life.
Holy Mary and Saint Joseph, guardians of Jesus, keep us hopeful and at peace.

Bible verse:
“For with God nothing will be impossible.” (Luke 1:37)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 2

Lord, You remembered Sarah in her old age. Through her, You showed that Your promise is never late.
Through the prayers of Joachim, Ann, Mary, and Joseph, bless our marriage with fertility and steadfast love.
“He gives the barren woman a home, making her the joyous mother of children.” (Psalm 113:9)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 3

O God, You opened Rebekah’s womb in answer to Isaac’s prayer. Hear our cry as we hope for a child.
Saints Joachim and Ann, teach us patient trust in God’s timing.
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalm 37:4)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 4

Lord, You remembered Rachel and gave her Joseph. Look kindly on us and grant us a child who will bring Your name praise.
Holy Family of Nazareth, keep our hearts united in love.
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find.” (Matthew 7:7)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 5

Compassionate God, You blessed Hannah when she poured out her heart to You in the temple. Receive our tears and hopes; may we one day dedicate a child to Your service.
Saints Joachim and Ann, strengthen our perseverance.
“I prayed for this child, and the Lord granted me what I asked of Him.” (1 Samuel 1:27)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 6

Lord, You prepared Elizabeth to bear John, the forerunner of Your Son. May her joy become ours as we wait in hope.
Mary and Joseph, guide us to walk in holiness as we prepare for the gift of life.
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” (Romans 12:12)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 7

Merciful Father, You chose Ruth and blessed her lineage with Obed, ancestor of the Messiah. May our home be part of Your saving plan.
Saints Joachim and Ann, obtain for us serenity and trust.
“Every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights.” (James 1:17)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 8

Faithful Lord, You looked upon the Shunammite woman and gave her a son through the prophet’s word. Speak Your creative word over our lives.
Holy Family, surround us with your protection and tenderness.
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you.” (Jeremiah 1:5)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Day 9

Heavenly Father, all parenthood comes from You. Through the intercession of Saints Joachim and Ann, together with Mary and Joseph, we ask for the blessing of a child. Help us to cherish every life and glorify You in our family.
“Children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” (Psalm 127:3)

1 Our Father, 1 Hail Mary, 1 Glory be…

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Concluding Prayer (for each day)

Loving Father,
we thank You for hearing our prayer today.
Through the intercession of Saints Joachim and Ann,
together with the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph of the Holy Family,
we place all our hopes and fears into Your hands.

Teach us to wait with trust, as Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, Hannah, Elizabeth,
and all Your faithful servants once did.
Whether in joy or in longing, may our hearts remain fixed on You.

Bless our marriage with Your peace,
and if it be Your holy will, grant us the gift of a child,
that we may raise new life for Your glory and the good of Your Church.

We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Final Concluding Prayer (After 9th Day)

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that any one who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, and sought thy intercession, was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother, to thee I come, before thee I stand sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate! despise not my petitions, but, in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen.

Loving Father, You who granted Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, Hannah, Elizabeth, and the Blessed Virgin Mary the grace of motherhood, hear our prayer through Saints Joachim and Ann, together with St. Joseph and Mary of Nazareth. If it be Your will, bless us with the gift of a child, that our home may echo the joy of the Holy Family and proclaim Your goodness forever. Amen.