Mother Teresa’s “Flying Novena” is also known as her famous “Emergency Novena”. It involves praying the Memorare prayer ten times for nine consecutive days, with the intention of receiving a quick response from the Virgin Mary. The name “Flying Novena” stems from the belief that the Virgin Mary would swiftly intercede in urgent situations.
Mother Teresa’s Flying Novena | Prayer video
(pray 10 times a day for 9 consecutive days for your petition)
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known
that any one who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help
or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence,
I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother;
to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful;
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy, hear and answer me.
Amen.
About Mother Teresa’s Flying Novena
The “Flying Novena” is a term often associated with St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, a Catholic nun and missionary known for her humanitarian work and devotion to serving the poor and sick. The term refers to a specific prayer practice that St. Mother Teresa used to ask for the intercession of the Virgin Mary in times of urgent need.
Mother Teresa was known to recommend this practice to people who sought her advice or assistance, especially during times of urgent need or crisis. It’s said that she used this “Flying Novena” as a powerful and quick way to seek the Virgin Mary’s intercession for various intentions, including those related to the needs of her missionary work and the people she cared for.
The term “Flying Novena” captures the idea that this prayer practice was meant to be swift and efficient, reflecting Mother Teresa’s practical and direct approach to spirituality and helping those in need. While the term is not a formal religious title, it has become associated with this unique prayer practice inspired by Mother Teresa’s devotion.