It's time for my annual Novena.

[hisno1girl]

Hello my friends.

From December 4-12, Catholics (and non-Catholics!) all over the world participate in a novena to Our Lady of Guadalupe.

For nine nights we pray the Holy Rosary and celebrate a Mass in honor of the Blessed Mother.

Every year I ask for intentions so I can pray for you, your friends, family, children, etc., whatever.

You can list your intentions here or send me a PM if you would like to keep it private.

The requests I get touch my heart in a way that I can't explain. We all have our burdens and if I can give you a little bit of comfort, I am happy to do it.

I've had people contact me throughout the year to update me on their situation because they feel their prayers were answered.

I may not be able to respond to each PM individually but please be assured that I take this very seriously and I will carry your intentions in my heart.

You can click on the link below to learn about Our Lady of Guadalupe.

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Our_Lady_of_Guadalupe

[venice2007]

You are so wonderful to do this. Please once again pray for my brother and their finances
And one private intention I have. Is that ok? I don't want to mention it

Thank you thank you xo

[icedcoffee]

So sweet! I have no requests, but last year I asked you to pray for me and my H to get pregnant after struggling for 2 years with infertility. I'm snuggling my 3 week old son right now!

[venice2007]

Nov 27, 2016 7:53:21 GMT -5 icedcoffee said:

So sweet! I have no requests, but last year I asked you to pray for me and my H to get pregnant after struggling for 2 years with infertility. I'm snuggling my 3 week old son right now!

This is awesome xo

[Captain Serious]

His, it's always so sweet you do this, but this year when you are struggling with so much, it really shows your compassion for all of us. Thank you for offering.

I will delete this, because we are actively involved {private intention deleted}. Thank you.

I promise to continue my prayers for your health throughout as well.

[ProfessorArtNerd]

Oh V, I just love you for this! For my mom, please. May David know her, the real her, and may we have plenty of time still. And for the strength for me to do what I need to do (struggling with this especially from the catholic standpoint, you know?). Xoxo

[jeekerbeeker]

Please pray that I get my baby in 2017. After 18 months of trying I am feeling so defeated. I saw a doctor last week and had blood work done and H is scheduled for a SA. If that all comes back okay then I'll be referred to a RE. I'm terrified that it may never happen for me. 

[livinitup]

Thank you, His. Yours is a wonderful devotion to Our Lady.

Please add a prayer of gratitude for me. It would be much appreciated.

[shamrockshake]

You're an amazing person. Everything you're going through and you're asking for other people's intentions  (heart)  

[hungrycaterpillar]

I'm so glad you're doing this again this year.

Please pray that my husband and I are positive role models and influences in our son's life. Please pray for wisdom that we are doing the right things to keep him happy and to raise him right.

[CloudBee]

Thank you for praying.

- For my elderly IL's. My FIL is in bad health, and my MIL is in a downward spiral with confusion. Our family needs peace as we navigate through this. DH is an only child and he is especially having a difficult time.

- Praise that my husband continues to encourage me to raise our son in the church, though prayers that my husband feels called to join us more often. He feels "I don't need to attend church to believe in God." I feel so lonely the Sundays he's not sitting next to me during service.

- Prayers that our 3 year old son comfortably adjusts to his new treatment protocol for his mastocytosis, and that his recent biopsies show no evidence of aggressive disease in his GI tract. We know there's a presence in his GI tract, but we're hoping it's mild. Otherwise he will be transitioned to a restricted diet and possible bone marrow biopsy.

[namasteak]

It really speaks to the kind of person you are that despite your personal struggles you are still willing to do this.

[knx9211]

I think last year I asked for you to pray that we finally got pregnant. I am now! So I would love prayers for a healthy pregnancy and baby. Thank you so much for doing this.

[cville]

His, you are a generous soul. I will ask my mom to put you on her novena list (again).

I don't know if this is too vague, but I would request that you pray for our country and especially for those most at risk under the new administration.

[BaliHai]

This is my favorite thread every year; your generosity is truly something to strive for.

I don't feel like I need anything (well, a healthy last half of my pregnancy and safe delivery would actually be great), but if you could keep my parents and their stable health in mind, and H's Dad, who seems to be walking down a shady path again, I'd really appreciate it.

I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as well. ❤

[tellmesomethingood]

You are amazing and so kind.

Will you please pray for me and my mental health? And maybe for my daughter, so she won't remember me like this when she gets older?

[wanderlustmom]

It's so kind of you to do this when you are going through health problems.

[grover]

Can you please pray for my unborn baby girl? We finally conceived after trying for 3+ years, and while we're currently 23 weeks, I would love extra prayers that she continues to be healthy and that we can actually have a baby in our arms in the spring. Thank you!

[cherryvalance]

You are so kind to do this each year. I am floored by how much you think of others.

I usually don't ask because I think people have way more important requests, but I am brand newly pregnant after nearly four years of IF and m/c. I would appreciate any prayers for a take-home baby.

[jodinia]

His, you are the kindest soul.

Please pray for my mil, and please pray for you and your H. Love you.

[KaraOrNot]

His, you are so kind to do this again.

Please pray that Ollie stays healthy and continues to grow into the amazing little boy he is becoming.

Please pray for my H and me. We have been TTC for a while. It took over 2 years to get pregnant with Ollie, and I am scared that it won't happen again.

[pinkalicious]

I know I'm more of a lurker, but if you could add me to your list, I would greatly appreciate it.
~I need prayers that I will be successful with the gastric banding surgery I'm hoping to have soon, and that this will be the year we finally get pregnant. It's been 4 years of trying and we are hopeful that if I lose enough weight with the surgery, I might have a shot at getting pregnant.
~my parents, for my dad's health, as he has severe heart problems, and for some relief with finances. They are always struggling to make ends meet.
~my sister and my niece, pray that my sister finally gets a real job using her degree, and that they can move out on their own to relieve some of the financial burden from my parents.
~my youngest sister, who at 23 years old has what many people think is an undiagnosed mental health problem and I'm pretty sure is an alcoholic. Pray that she gets the help she needs to be healthy.
Thank you so much! You are in my thoughts and prayers as always!

[circa1978]

Could you please pray for my H and that his cancer hasn't spread when he has his next CT? Love to you. Your devotion and care for others is inspiring.

[bananapancakes]

Every year this post gets me right in the feels. You are such a kind, generous person to continue to do this for us.

[chchchia]

Can you add me and I will add you to mine? Prayers that the abuse I have endured ends and my situation improves, mentally, physically, spiritually and financially.
Thanks.

[Deleted]

Love this, I will join you in prayer!

[Narwhal]

Thank you for doing this. Last year I asked to get pregnant and carry the baby full term. I got pregnant almost immediately, he came at 39 weeks and is the most perfect 3 month old. 💕

If you could pray to keep my boys growing happy, healthy and safe. That my h and I continue on the path we are on and peace for my dad as he navigates the first year without his mom.

As anyway, you are yours are in my prayers as well

[W.T.Faulkner]

Thank you, His!

1) For you and your family, that 2017 is filled with lots of happiness and togetherness
2) For my FIL, who has progressive MS, that he can still enjoy life, despite declining health
3) For my MIL and two amazing women who care for FIL daily

[Deleted]

How kind of you to do this for us in a time when we all pray and send good thoughts for you. Please offer thanks for all of my blessings. And prayers for my husband as he struggles with Parkinson Disease.

Thank you dear V.

[sugarbear]

Sending you love, His. Thank you for doing is.
Please pray that I find some clarity in my marriage, the strength to do what is right for me, and the wisdom to carry my kids and H through whatever transition the future brings.

Please pray for my brother, that he carries my secrets with him in peace, and that they don't burden him any longer.

Please pray for my sister and her family, that her preemies continue to grow into healthy kiddos.

Thank you so much, His.