The St. Andrew Prayer is a powerful and popular prayer that has been used for centuries by Christians seeking divine guidance, protection, and intercession. It is named after St. Andrew the Apostle, one of Jesus’ twelve apostles, who is recognized as the patron saint of Scotland and Russia. The prayer is traditionally recited on the feast day of St. Andrew, which falls on November 30th, but it is also commonly used throughout the year.
The St. Andrew Prayer is known for its simplicity and efficacy, and it is often regarded as a source of comfort and strength in times of difficulty. The prayer has become a beloved part of many Christians’ spiritual practices and continues to inspire and uplift people all over the world.
Historical Context
Saint: Andrew the Apostle
Feast Day: November 30
Patronage: Scotland, Russia, fishermen
Era: 1st Century AD
St. Andrew Prayer 1
O glorious Saint Andrew,
You were the first to be called by our Lord,
and with courageous love,
you died a martyr’s death and offered your life’s blood
to build the Kingdom.
Stir in our hearts a desire to save souls
and to do all things for the glory of God.
Amen.
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St. Andrew Prayer 2
St. Andrew Christmas Novena
Hail and blessed be the hour and moment
in which the Son of God was born
Of the most pure Virgin Mary,
at midnight, in Bethlehem, in the piercing cold.
In that hour vouchsafe, I beseech Thee, O my God,
to hear my prayer and grant my desires
through the merits of Our Savior Jesus Christ,
and of His blessed Mother.
Amen.
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St. Andrew Prayer 3
O Glorious Saint Andrew,
You were the first to recognize and follow the Lamb of God.
With your friend Saint John you remained with Jesus
for that first day, for your entire life,
and now throughout eternity.
As you led your brother Saint Peter to Christ
and many others after him, draw us also to him.
Teach us to lead others to Christ solely out of love for him
and dedication in his service.
Help us to learn the lesson of the Cross
and to carry our daily crosses without complaint
so that they may carry us to Jesus.
Amen.
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St. Andrew Prayer 4
O Christ, our Lord,
Who didst beautify the most blessed Andrew
with the grace of apostleship, and the crown of martyrdom,
by granting to him this special gift,
that by preaching the mystery of the cross,
he should merit death on the cross;
grant us to become most true lovers of Thy holy cross,
and denying ourselves, to take up our cross and follow Thee;
that by sharing Thy sufferings in this life,
we may deserve the happiness of obtaining life everlasting.
Amen.
