Preparing our hearts to welcome Jesus with faith, hope, and love

“The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.”
– John 1:14

🙏 How to pray this novena:

  • Pray for nine consecutive days (traditionally Dec 16–24)
  • Each day:
    ✅ Begin with the daily reflection & intention
    ✅ Pray the Christmas Novena Prayer (below)
    ✅ Conclude with: Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be

✨ Christmas Novena Prayer (repeat daily):

O Divine Infant Jesus,
I come before You to prepare my heart for Your holy birth.
Fill me with Your light and love, and teach me to welcome You
with joy and humility.

As Mary and Joseph made a place for You in Bethlehem,
help me make a home for You in my heart.
Grant me the grace to love others as You love me,
and keep me mindful of Your presence each day.

I ask this with a trusting heart, and place before You this special intention:
(mention your request)

Come, Lord Jesus.
Amen.

🌟 Daily reflections & intentions:

🎄 Day 1 – Hope

Lord Jesus, bring hope to my heart as I begin this novena. Help me trust in Your promises, even when the world feels dark.

Intention: For renewed hope in God’s plan.

✨ Day 2 – Humility

Like Mary, who said “yes” in humility, teach me to accept God’s will with trust and love.

Intention: To grow in humility and openness to God.

🌿 Day 3 – Love

Prepare my heart to love You and others more deeply this Christmas.

Intention: For a heart full of compassion and kindness.

🕊 Day 4 – Peace

Prince of Peace, calm my worries and bring Your gentle peace to my family and my heart.

Intention: For peace in my home and in the world.

🌹 Day 5 – Gratitude

Help me recognize the blessings in my life and give thanks, even for small gifts.

Intention: For a grateful spirit.

🙏 Day 6 – Joy

Fill my heart with Your joy, so that I may share it with those around me.

Intention: For joy, especially in difficult moments.

🕯 Day 7 – Generosity

Teach me to give of myself as You gave Yourself to us.

Intention: For generosity of heart and action.

🌼 Day 8 – Faith

Strengthen my faith so that, like the shepherds and wise men, I may seek You each day.

Intention: For deeper trust in God’s presence.

⭐ Day 9 – Welcoming Jesus

Lord, help me prepare a place for You in my heart, not just at Christmas but every day.

Intention: To live each day in the light of Christ’s love.

🌟 Closing prayer (on the final day):

O Holy Child of Bethlehem,
come and dwell within me.
Fill my heart with Your love and grace,
and help me share Your peace with the world.
May Your birth bring light to every darkness
and hope to every heart.

Come, Lord Jesus.
Amen.