Novena to St. Michael

A Novena to St. Michael the Archangel

In these challenging times, courageous men and women of faith are being called to rise and fight under the banner of St. Michael. As we approach his feast, the Norbertines of St. Michael’s Abbey are calling on Catholics worldwide to unite in a powerful novena against the forces of darkness. Let us boldly invoke the intercession of St. Michael to protect our families, society, and the Church from Satan and all evil spirits who prowl the earth seeking the ruin of souls. Now, more than ever, we must come together in faith and prayer.

St. Michael the Archangel, pray for us.

A Novena to St. Michael the Archangel

Unite under the banner of St. Michael for nine days of prayer, live talks, and video reflections.

St. Michael the Archangel, pray for us.

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These are perilous times. But even amidst great darkness, we are not called to fear. We are called to bear witness to the light of Christ.

This September, join Fr. Ambrose Criste and the Norbertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey as we take up the fight against the darkness of our age. For nine days, we'll unite our hearts in prayer under the banner of St. Michael, our patron. Throughout the Novena, members from our community will offer reflections exploring the importance of spiritual warfare and the real, extraordinary impact of prayer and fasting--in our lives and in the world.

Fill out the form below to receive more information about the upcoming Novena to St. Michael the Archangel, daily emails with links to content for the duration of the Novena, and emails from St. Michael's Abbey and the Abbot's Circle.

Nine Days of Prayer, Penance, and Reflection

This great act of spiritual warfare includes daily devotions, video reflections on St. Michael and the angels, and livestreamed talks from our priests, culminating in Vespers on September 29. For nine consecutive days, we invite you to unite your prayers and penances with ours, joining in a powerful spiritual effort to seek St. Michael’s protection. Together, through prayer and sacrifice, we strengthen this battle against the forces of darkness.

Live talks on the theme of spiritual warfare.

Join us for talks (broadcasted live from the abbey church) throughout the duration of the novena. Get access to these livestreams by signing up for the Novena using the form above.

Schedule of livestream talks:
September 22: 6:30pm (Pacific) with Fr. Hugh
September 26: 6:30 (Pacific) with Fr. Sebastian
September 27: 6:30pm (Pacific) with Fr. John Henry

Video reflections and roundtable

On September 28, the eve of Michaelmas, we'll host a livestream roundtable discussion featuring Fr. Chad Ripperger and Gabriel Castillo. This conversation will begin at 3pm (Pacific).

St. Michael, Pray for Us!

This Digital Novena Program concludes with the livestream of Vespers on September 29. At the end of Vespers, everyone will recite together the prayer to St. Michael.

St. Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle.
Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray,
and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts,
by the power of God,
thrust into hell Satan,
and all the evil spirits,
who prowl about the
world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Interested in preparing for Michaelmas in person?

In the days leading up to this special feast, St. Michael's Abbey will be hosting multiple events in honor of its patron saint. Visit the schedule of events on the St. Michael's Abbey website by following the link below.

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Live talks on the theme of spiritual warfare.

Video reflections and roundtable

St. Michael, Pray for Us!

Interested in preparing for Michaelmas in person?

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