Prayer of Novena
O MOST lovable and loving St. Francis Xavier, in union with thee I adore the Divine Majesty, whilst joyfully giving thanks to God for the wonderful graces which He conferred upon thee in life, and for the great glory with which He has gifted thee In heaven. I come to thee, with heartfelt love, begging thee to secure for me, by thy powerful intercession, the inestimable blessing of living and dying in the state of grace. I also beseech thee to obtain the favor I ask in this novena. Here state your intention.
But if what I ask is not for the glory of God, or for the good of my soul, do thou obtain for me what is most conductive for both. Amen.
V. Pray for us, St. Francis Xavier.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Following the discourse is sung:
Hymn of St. Francis Xavier
Not for the hope of endless joys above,
Nor for the fear of endless pains below
Which those who love Thee not must undergo.
For me, and such as me, Thou once didst bear
The ignominious cross, the nails, the spear;
A thorny crown transpierced Thy sacred brow;
What bloody sweats from every member flow!
Such as then was and is Thy love for me,
Such is and shall be still my love for Thee;
Thy love O Jesus, will I ever sing —
O God of love, sweet Saviour, dearest King!
