Devotions & Novenas
Deepen your faith through centuries-old Catholic devotions and prayerful novenas
"Prayer is the raising of one's mind and heart to God or the requesting of good things from God." The Church encourages all the faithful to grow in devotion through novenas, litanies, and sacred traditions passed down through generations.
Our Parish Devotions
Novena to St. Philomena
The most beloved novena at our cathedral, prayed August 2–10 before the feast of St. Philomena on August 11. Thousands of pilgrims gather for this nine-day celebration of our patron.
Annual: August 2–10 | Daily: After morning Mass
Rosary & Litany of Our Lady
The Holy Rosary is prayed daily before Mass, meditating on the mysteries of Christ through the eyes of Mary. The Litany of Loreto is sung during May and October devotions.
Daily at 6:00 AM | Special: May & October
Novena to St. Joseph
A nine-day novena to St. Joseph, co-patron of the cathedral, prayed before his feast on March 19. Special intentions for families, workers, and the dying are offered.
Annual: March 10–18 | Feast: March 19
First Friday Devotion
Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the First Friday of each month, including special Mass, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, and the Act of Consecration.
First Friday of every month | 6:00 AM & 6:00 PM
Eucharistic Adoration
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is held regularly, offering parishioners time for silent prayer and intimate communion with the Lord present in the Eucharist.
First Friday: All day Adoration | Sunday: After evening Mass
Stations of the Cross
The devotion of the Way of the Cross is prayed communally every Friday during Lent, meditating on the suffering, death, and love of Jesus Christ for our salvation.
Fridays during Lent | 5:30 PM
Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help
A Wednesday novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, seeking her maternal intercession for all our needs, troubles, and intentions. Particularly popular with mothers and families.
Every Wednesday | After morning Mass
Divine Mercy Chaplet
The Chaplet of Divine Mercy, given by Jesus to St. Faustina, is prayed at 3:00 PM — the Hour of Mercy — on Fridays and especially on Divine Mercy Sunday.
Fridays at 3:00 PM | Divine Mercy Sunday
Novena to St. Anthony
A Tuesday novena to St. Anthony of Padua, the wonder-worker of Padua. Devotees bring their petitions to this beloved saint, known for his intercession in finding lost things and lost people.
Every Tuesday | After morning Mass
Sacrament of Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Penance (Confession) is the gift of God's mercy. Confessions are heard before every morning Mass and at the following scheduled times.
WEEKDAYS
Before every Mass
(Mon – Sat)
SUNDAYS
5:00 AM – 6:00 AM
Before every Mass
FIRST FRIDAY
All morning
Special hours