ALL SAINTS: Novena to St. David of Wales

Feast Celebrated: March 1

Day 1 - February 20

Light of His Birth
St. David was born around 500 near Wales’ wild shores, his arrival heralded by a blinding light and a spring bursting forth—signs of God’s grace piercing the storm. “The light shines in the darkness” (John 1:5). O soul, seek the radiance that breaks through your own shadows today.
Prayer: O St. David, born beneath heaven’s gleam, I enter this novena with trust! I bring (state your intention) to your holy heart. Ignite in me Christ’s light, dispelling my gloom with your intercession. May my spirit flow like your spring, alive with His eternal promise. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 2 - February 21

Soil of Silence
David tilled the earth with his monks, planting monasteries where silence bore fruit in prayer. Amid labor, he found God’s stillness. “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). O heart, where can you carve a quiet space for Him?
Prayer: Holy David, cultivator of peace, I turn to you! With (state your intention), I seek your aid. Hush my restless mind, that I may hear His voice in life’s furrows. Through your prayer, root me deep in His presence, a sanctuary of grace. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 3 - February 22

Word Made Alive
At the Synod of Brefi, David’s preaching raised the earth, his words a flame kindled by the Spirit. “Your word is a lamp to my feet” (Psalm 119:105). O spirit, how will you let His truth lift your soul today?
Prayer: O David, herald of the Word, I call on you! I offer (state your intention) in faith. Set my tongue ablaze with His truth, that I may speak life as you did. Through your intercession, make my words a light to guide me home. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 4 - February 23

Hands of Healing
David’s touch restored sight and life, miracles flowing from a heart attuned to God’s mercy. “The Lord is my strength and my song” (Exodus 15:2). O soul, what wounds do you bring to His healing hands?
Prayer: Blessed David, worker of wonders, I seek your grace! With (state your intention), I plead for your help. Lay your hands upon my brokenness, that Christ’s healing may flow through you. May I trust in His power, as your deeds proclaim. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 5 - February 24

Bread of Simplicity
Living on bread and water, David shunned the world’s feast, finding fullness in God alone. “Taste and see that the Lord is good” (Psalm 34:8). O heart, where can you pare back to savor Him?
Prayer: O David, fed by heaven’s bread, I come to you! I lift (state your intention) in hope. Strip me of excess, that I may hunger only for Christ. Through your prayer, teach me the sweetness of a simple soul. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 6 - February 25

Shepherd’s Watch
As bishop, David guarded his flock through dark times, his love a staff and shield. “The Lord is my shepherd” (Psalm 23:1). O spirit, how will you tend those God has given you?
Prayer: Holy David, shepherd of Wales, I beseech you! With (state your intention), I seek your care. Guide me to watch over my own with your gentle strength. May your intercession lead us all to the Good Shepherd’s fold. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 7 - February 26

Shield of Faith
David battled heresies like Pelagianism, his faith a bulwark for the Church. “Take up the shield of faith” (Ephesians 6:16). O soul, where must you stand firm against falsehood today?
Prayer: O David, defender of truth, I cry to you! I bring (state your intention) in trust. Arm me with unwavering faith, that I may guard His gospel as you did. Through your prayer, anchor me in His unchanging word. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 8 - February 27

Joyful Farewell
Around 589, David departed with words of hope: “Be joyful, keep the faith.” His end was a beginning. “Rejoice always” (1 Thessalonians 5:16). O heart, how can you live his parting gift?
Prayer: Blessed David, your farewell sings of joy! With (state your intention), I seek your light. Fill me with gladness and steadfast faith, that I may run my race as you finished yours. Prepare me for His call through your holy prayer. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

Day 9 - February 28

Patron’s Prayer
On this final day, we honor David, Wales’ beacon, his life a hymn echoing through time. “Let the righteous rejoice in the Lord” (Psalm 64:10). O spirit, how will you carry his legacy into his feast?
Prayer: O St. David, patron of the faithful, I praise with you! I offer (state your intention) as this novena ends. Lift my soul to Christ, that I may celebrate your feast in joy. Pray me into His kingdom, where you dwell in light eternal. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Amen.

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Novena to St. David of Wales