POWERFUL NOVENA TO SAINT JAMES THE GREATER, APOSTLE – DAY 3 (For Faith and Trust in God)

Brief biographical Notes: St. James the Greater was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ and is often distinguished by his close relationship with Jesus. He was the son of Zebedee and Salome and the brother of John the Apostle. James and John, known as the “Sons of Thunder,” were among the first disciples called by Jesus. They left their fishing nets and family to follow Him, demonstrating their profound commitment and faith. James was part of Jesus’ inner circle, along with Peter and John, witnessing significant events such as the Transfiguration and the agony in the Garden of Gethsemane. This close association highlights his prominent role among the Apostles. James is not to be confused with James the Less, who is also one of the Twelve Apostles but is believed to be the son of Alphaeus. James the Less is sometimes identified with James, the brother of Jesus, who played a leading role in the Jerusalem Church and is often associated with the Epistle of James in the New Testament. James the Greater’s zeal and fervor for Christ led to his martyrdom. According to Acts 12:1-2, he was beheaded by King Herod Agrippa I, making him the first Apostle to be martyred. His remains are traditionally believed to be enshrined in Santiago de Compostela in Spain, a major pilgrimage site that has inspired the famous Camino de Santiago. St. James the Greater is the patron saint of Spain, pilgrims, and labourers. Pilgrims have revered his shrine at Santiago de Compostela for centuries, embarking on the Camino de Santiago as a spiritual journey in his honour. His feast day is celebrated on July 25, and he is often depicted with symbols of pilgrimage such as a scallop shell, a pilgrim’s hat, and a staff.

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Opening Prayer for Day 3

O Glorious St. James, Apostle of Christ, we seek your intercession today as we pray for a deeper faith and trust in God. You were privileged to witness the Transfiguration of Jesus, a moment that revealed His divine glory and strengthened your faith. Help us to grow in our faith and to trust in God’s plan for our lives, even when we do not fully understand it. May we follow your example of lively faith and trust in Jesus, confident that He is always with us, guiding and sustaining us. Amen. (Add your personal intention).

Scriptural Reading, Life, Examples & Legacies (Part 3)

Saint James the Great

Matthew 17:1-2 – “After six days, Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John, the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There, he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light.”

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Meditative Prayer: St. James, you were one of the three Apostles chosen to witness the Transfiguration of Jesus. This extraordinary event revealed His divine nature and reinforced your faith in Him as the Messiah. In our own spiritual journeys, we encounter moments of doubt and uncertainty. Reflecting on your experience, we ask for your intercession to strengthen our faith and trust in God. Help us to recognize and cherish the moments when God reveals His glory and presence in our lives, and to hold onto these experiences as sources of strength and encouragement. May we always trust in God’s providence, knowing that He works all things for our good.

Litany to St. James the Greater:

Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, have mercy on us.
Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us.
Christ, graciously hear us.

God the Father of Heaven, have mercy on us.
God the Son, Redeemer of the world, have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit, have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, One God, have mercy on us.

St. James, close companion of Jesus, pray for us.
St. James, who witnessed the Transfiguration, pray for us.
St. James, who desired to drink the cup of Jesus, pray for us.
St. James, patron of pilgrims, pray for us.
St. James, preacher of the Gospel, pray for us.
St. James, faithful to the end, pray for us.

Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.

Pray for us, O glorious St. James, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

ST. JAMES-THE APOSTLE | A CHRISTIAN PILGRIMAGEConcluding Prayer

Heavenly Father, through the intercession of St. James, strengthen our faith and trust in You. May we always rely on Your wisdom and guidance. Help us to trust in Your plan for our lives, even when we do not understand it fully. May we grow in our faith, confident that You are always with us, guiding and sustaining us. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Blessing+

Through the intercession of St. James the Greater, may Almighty God bless us + in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Shalom!
Fr. Chinaka Justin Mbaeri, OSJ
Seminário Padre Pedro Magnone, São Paulo, Brazil
nozickcjoe@gmail.com / fadacjay@gmail.com

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Benjamin Adewale Ajai
Benjamin Adewale Ajai
3 months ago

Amen

Akaju Rita Adaeze
Akaju Rita Adaeze
3 months ago

St James, faithful to the end, pray for us Amen.

Aromashodu Bisi
Aromashodu Bisi
3 months ago

Saint James the greater apostle! Pray for us. Amen

Ujumax
Ujumax
3 months ago

Amen

Lucy Eze
Lucy Eze
3 months ago

St. James, who witnessed the Transfiguration, pray for us.

Victoria Agbonyeme
Victoria Agbonyeme
3 months ago

St. James , I throw your intercession may my faith & trust in God be strengthen more & that’s of my children in Jesus name I pray
AMEEEEEEEEEEEN.

Victoria Agbonyeme
Victoria Agbonyeme
3 months ago

St James through your intersection may my faith & trust in God be strengthen more & that of my children in Jesus name I pray. AMEEEEEEEEEEEN.

Miriam Akaakase
Miriam Akaakase
3 months ago

St. James, close companion of Jesus, pray for us.

Mary Osagie
Mary Osagie
3 months ago

Dear St James the greater. Pray for me for the gifts to be courageous and fearless. Amen

Vivian Oyih
Vivian Oyih
3 months ago

St. James who witnessed the Transfiguration of our Lord, pray for us Amen

Leticia Otomewo
Leticia Otomewo
3 months ago

St James…. please Pray for Me that GOD Almighty will hear and answer all my Petitions, Amen!!

Scholastica Andrew-Ugwuorah
Scholastica Andrew-Ugwuorah
3 months ago

St James the Greater, pray for us, Amen!

Oby Ralph
Oby Ralph
3 months ago

Through the intercession of St James the greater may God bless us and protect us Amen

Blessing Thompson. #147
Blessing Thompson. #147
3 months ago

Amen and amen

Comfort Edewor
Comfort Edewor
3 months ago

St James, faithful to the very end, pray for us to always put our trust in God, no matter the challenge.

Roselyn Demawa
Roselyn Demawa
3 months ago

St. James the greater intercede for me and my children

Judy
Judy
3 months ago

Through the interception of st Mary Magdaline and st James the great may God hear and grant my prayer intensions . Amen

Adeyanju Adenike Regina
Adeyanju Adenike Regina
3 months ago

Pray for us, O glorious St. James, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.Amen

Dennis Ukange
Dennis Ukange
3 months ago

St James the Greater pray for me and my family amen

Bamigboye Margaret
Bamigboye Margaret
3 months ago

St James faithful to the end pray for us

Emilia
Emilia
3 months ago

AMEN

Okereafor Nkechi Valentina
Okereafor Nkechi Valentina
3 months ago

St James the Greater, please help me in always upholding my deep and sincere trust in my Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

Ezeugwu Eucharia #G6sssa3 Done
Ezeugwu Eucharia #G6sssa3 Done
3 months ago

St. James, who witnessed the Transfiguration, pray for us.

Nwadigo Chinyere
Nwadigo Chinyere
3 months ago

St. James, close companion of Jesus, pray for us

Justina Akende
Justina Akende
3 months ago

St James, the Greater, intercede for us.

Ngosoo Perpetua Chia
Ngosoo Perpetua Chia
3 months ago

Saint James close companion of Jesus Pray for us Amen.

Philomena
Philomena
3 months ago

St. James, please pray for us to have firm faith and unwavering trust in God. Help us to depend on God’s loving providence , and to realise that He is always with us, guiding and sustaining us. Amen.

Mrs. Olachi Peters
Mrs. Olachi Peters
3 months ago

Lord help us to trust in your plan for our lives, even when we do not understand it fully. Amen

Joy
Joy
3 months ago

Amen

MAGDALENE OMONO
MAGDALENE OMONO
3 months ago

AMEN!

uju chukAmenwuma
uju chukAmenwuma
3 months ago

Thank you Jesus for everything

Obianuju Oranekwu
Obianuju Oranekwu
3 months ago

St James the greater, pray for us.

Pat Igbenije
Pat Igbenije
3 months ago

St James the Greater Apostle
Pray for us

Linda John Ojeyokan
Linda John Ojeyokan
3 months ago

St James the Greater,faithful to the end, pray for us.
Amen

Bridget ighodalo
Bridget ighodalo
3 months ago

Oh God hear my prayer Amen

Angela Uso
Angela Uso
3 months ago

St James pray for us

Catherine Adaugo Uzoma
Catherine Adaugo Uzoma
3 months ago

St James pray for us

Oketola M.O
Oketola M.O
3 months ago

Amen and Amen.
St James the greater pray for us

Igwesi Victoria
Igwesi Victoria
3 months ago

Amen

Chizoba
Chizoba
3 months ago

Amen

Isioma Okolo
Isioma Okolo
3 months ago

May we always trust in God’s providence, knowing that He works all things for our good. Amen

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