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Is the above prayer five days or nine days?

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The prayer is said for five successive days, but a novena can be said for any length of days.

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Why shouldn't I just pray to God?

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Catholics believe that saints can pray on your behalf. When you pray to St. Therese the Little Flower, you are asking her to intercede to God on your behalf.

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Does it have to be a rose or can it be any flower? And can it be received before I begin the novena?

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The answer to both of your questions is no. Though the saint's title is The Little Flower, she gives us roses. And I do not believe that you can get your rose before the novena, seeing as the rose is sort of like a sign that she interceded for you.

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Has anyone gotten what they asked for?

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Yes. Miracles have occurred.

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Why does the Saint Therese novena need to be said before 11 am?

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You don't have to finish the novena before 11am.

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Why does the saint Therese novena need to be said before 11 am?

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It is traditional to say it so early, but you don't have to.

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What is an above prayer?

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It's a nine day prayer for a special request to God through St. Therese, the Little Flower.

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Should I provide a flower, or is it a sign that my prayer has been answered afterwards?

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You can offer a flower to her statue or light a candle, but she sends the rose, either spiritually or physically, to show proof of her love.

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Can I start the five day novena to St. Therese any time during the year?

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Yes, you can begin a novena like this at any time. Some novenas are associated with particular dates (for example, the Pentecost novena), but they can be said at any time of the year.

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Can it be an imitation rose from my home?

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Yes, it can.

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Why do I do this just before 11:00 a.m.?

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It's considered a spiritual hour.

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Does a rose appear in my house even in winter if St. Therese has intervened on my behalf?

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I have heard people speak of the rich scent of roses filling their home when St.Therese has intervened on their behalf. Her symbol does not necessarily have to be a physically manifested rose.

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How many days after you say the novena do you receive a rose?

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It could happen any time after you say the prayer, or not at all. Some people don't notice the rose.

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How do I know if St. Therese has interceded for me?

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Wait for your prayers to be answered. You may find a resolution to your situation or receive another type of answer to your prayers.

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Does seeing a Rose on a television program that pops up count as seeing a rose?

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Yes. The rose may appear as an actual rose, as an image of a rose, or simply the smell or idea of a rose.

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I have been praying to St. Therese for over 30 years now, and I have usually received a responses in the form of a rose. Recently, I have been praying but not receiving a rose. Why do you think that has happened?

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It may just be taking a while for your prayer to be answered. Keep praying and watching for signs.

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What is Saint Therese the Little Flower the patron saint of?

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St. Therese the Little Flower was canonized in 1925. When she was declared a Doctor of the Church in 1997, so became 1 of 3 women to receive the honor. She is the patron saint of missionaries, people who suffer from AIDS, florists, and the sick. Praying to her is considered by many devout Catholics to be a very powerful prayer.

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How do you pray a novena?

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The key to praying a novena is to recite the prayer at least once a day for 9 straight days. Try choosing the same time of day to say your prayer so you don't forget and develop a habit. For instance, you can say the prayer just before breakfast or before you go to bed at night. Start by reciting the first half of the prayer on the prayer card, and then finish the prayer with your specific request.

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Why is St Therese so popular?

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St. Therese is popular with many devout Catholics because of her sanctity and her devotion to God. She promised she would shower roses from Heaven after her death and promised that anyone who prayed to her would always receive a reply. The simplicity and practicality of her approach to spiritual life resonates with many Catholics, and she is considered one of the most popular saints in the history of the Catholic Church.

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