Consecrated to Christ

From the St. Dymphna Novena

Sacred Scripture: Psalm 27:1

Meditation for Day 1

According to tradition, Dymphna was born in seventh-century Ireland to a pagan father and a devout Christian mother, and at the age of fourteen consecrated herself to Christ with a vow of chastity. Her faith was the anchor of her young life.

As you begin this novena, entrust your mind and heart to Christ, the light and salvation whom Dymphna loved, asking him to be your refuge.

Daily Novena Prayer (recited every day)

Philippians 4:6-7

Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Saint Paul's words on peace amid anxiety (New American Bible) may be prayed as the daily closing of the novena.