Our Lady of Mount Carmel —Patroness of the People of the Sea, the Carmelites, and the Scapular— is honored on July 16. This novena, prayed from July 7 to 15, recalls Mary's maternal protection, her promise of the Scapular, and her constant intercession. With her, we ask to attain the grace to live in friendship with God and to persevere until reaching the mountain of eternity.
From July 7 to 15: 1) Sign of the Cross and act of contrition; 2) Initial prayer to the Virgin of Carmen; 3) Read the intention and reflection of the day; 4) Specific prayer of the day; 5) (optional) Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be; 6) Daily final prayer; 7) Litany to Our Lady of Carmen with its verse and concluding prayer. It is recommended to wear the Scapular and perform acts of charity during the novena.
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