The Novena in Honor of Virgen Dela Regla is a spiritual devotion practiced in Opon, Cebu, dedicated to the Virgin Mary as the Mother of Divine Graces. This novena consists of daily prayers that seek intercession for various needs, emphasizing themes of mercy, healing, and protection. Each day includes specific petitions and reflections on the virtues of the Virgin Mary, encouraging devotees to deepen their faith and seek solace in times of trouble. It serves as a guide for individuals seeking spiritual support and a closer relationship with the Divine through the veneration of the Virgen Dela Regla.

Key Points

  • Includes daily prayers for nine consecutive days, focusing on specific intentions.
  • Emphasizes the Virgin Mary's role as a source of grace and comfort for the faithful.
  • Encourages reflection on personal struggles and the pursuit of spiritual healing.
  • Highlights the significance of the Virgen Dela Regla in Cebuano culture and devotion.
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Novena in Honor of Virgen dela Regla
(Opon, Cebu)
Daily Prayer
Our sovereign Queen and Mother, Our Lady of the Rule, trusting in your motherly love for me I
humbly kneel before you, the fount of goodness and mercy. Be my advocate and protector against
all ills and miseries, I implore your mercy never to ignore my afflictions that presently torments my
soul. Show yourself as a tender mother. Make me your worthy child as I purified my sins through the
veneration of your Miraculous Image of the Rule. Refuse not my petition. Your generously aid and
protect those who take refuge from you. Help me to be humble and grateful child always as I walk
along the part of perfection, following the steps of your Divine son. May I rejoice with you in His
presence in the everlasting glory of heaven. Amen.
First Day
Our Lady of the Rule, Mother of Divine Graces and source of our happiness, I beg for your powerful
intercession. You are the treasurer of divine grace. The Most High has made you dispenser of all His
power in heaven and on earth. The numerous miracles that have been performed by God on your
behalf prove that you are the remedy for all our ills and comfort in our sorrows. At this hour I beg of
your goodness; obtain for me the source of all graces, the grace I now seek. (Pause and mention your
petitions) And may I live and die worthy of enjoying the happiness of heaven with you. Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Second Day
Our Lady of Rule, Comfort of all mortals, I come to you in
my afflictions. I humbly prostrate before your Holy Image.
I acknowledge my failures and my nothingness. Never
abandon my petition unanswered. In these moments of
trials which God has designed to enlighten my blind and
obstinate heart, I come to you and tell you my present
needs. You are the remedy of all ills, of all misfortune and
miseries, the door to heaven. Console me, Holy Virgin. Dry
the tears that embitter my existence and grant me the
grace I beg of you and obtain for me the glory of heaven.
(Pause and mention your petitions) Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Third Day
Our Lady of the Rule, you are called the Consolations of
the Sick! Sick in body and soul, I cannot find any remedy
outside of you and your miraculous Image of the Rule, which has given health to so many
unfortunates. Having eaten the forbidden fruit, the first mother, Eve, brought upon us all kinds of
miseries and ills that we suffer; but you, the second Eve, have given us another Precious fruit, the
divine Infant Jesus. I beg of you today, for, with you before Him I am confident that I shall obtain his
favour. (Pause and mention your petitions) Our Lady of Rule, obtain for me the health of my body
that I may sing your divine praises in heaven. Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Fourth Day
Our Lady of Rule, whom God has made the Refuge of Sinners, in you I place all my hope. Throughout
life I am surrounded by misfortunes and privations that keep me in continuous unrest but God gave
you dear Lady who has been merciful and kind, ever ready to keep me from evil and to gather all
unfortunates under your loving mantle. Enrich my soul with your grace and give me back the
spiritual riches that I have lost. Obtain for me the grace I ask of you today. (Pause and mention your
petitions) Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Fifth Day
O loving and motherly Lady of the Rule whom God has made the dispenser of all Graces. You have in
your power the riches of glory and the treasures if Goodness and you wait for our smallest wish to
bestow them on us. I humbly kneel before your feet imploring your help in this need. Assist me in
my affliction. Give me your grace. Deliver my soul from all
evil and grant me the favour I ask of you today. (Pause and
mention your petitions) Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Sixth Day
Our Lady of the Rule, Refuge of Sinners. Before your Holy
Image of the Rule, I humbly beg for your mercy and
protection. You are solicitous for the temporal needs of
your children and you cannot be less anxious for their
spiritual afflictions. Please help my grieved soul and grant
me your aid and protection. Help me now and at this hour
of my death, and grant me the favour I ask of you in this
novena. Obtain for me the grace to live and die in your
son’s friendship and to be happy in heaven with you.
(Pause and mention your petitions) Amen
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Seventh Day
Blessed Lady of the Rule, Mother of all Purity and Holiness, you, whom sin has never stained, must
be grievously pained by a soul in sin. So, loving Lady, permit not my soul to love in sin and remain
deaf to the call of the divine grace, free my heart from the chains that bind it to passions and vices,
subdue all the desire of the flesh and with the favour I beg of your today to help me practice the
virtue, purity of intention, a firm resolution to avoid sin, so that one day I may sing your glory with
the angels for all eternity. (Pause and mention your petitions) Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Eight Day
Glorious Lady of the Rule, Shining Star of the Sea, your name inspires in us the confidence to seek
your protection. You are the bright Star of the sea and your light often leads the sinner safe from
sure death. Be ever my guide and lead me to the harbour of heaven through your intercession.
(Pause and mention your petitions) Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
Ninth Day
Queenly Lady of the Rule, our loving Mother, shield us against the onslaught of the enemies. You
never abandon Christians in the fight for salvation and with enumerable miracles you have shown
your particular protection to those who implore you. Give
me your help. Crush the dragon under your feet and
permit him not to bring confusion to the Holy Church.
Obtain for me the graces and favors I beg of you in this
novena. (Pause and mention your petitions) That I may be
able to perfectly fight with courage the battles for our
Lord and one day be crowned in heaven. Amen.
Nuestra Señora dela Regla, pray for us.
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FAQs

What is the purpose of the Novena in Honor of Virgen Dela Regla?
The Novena in Honor of Virgen Dela Regla serves as a spiritual practice aimed at seeking the intercession of the Virgin Mary for various personal and communal needs. It is particularly focused on healing, mercy, and protection, allowing devotees to express their faith and reliance on divine grace. Each day of the novena is dedicated to specific petitions, encouraging participants to reflect on their lives and deepen their relationship with God through prayer.
How is the Novena structured over the nine days?
The Novena is structured to be observed over nine consecutive days, with each day featuring a specific prayer and reflection. Devotees are encouraged to present their personal intentions during the prayers, creating a personal connection to the Virgin Mary. Each day's prayer emphasizes different aspects of faith, such as humility, gratitude, and the pursuit of holiness, guiding participants through a spiritual journey.
What themes are emphasized in the prayers of the Novena?
The prayers of the Novena emphasize themes such as mercy, healing, and the protective nature of the Virgin Mary. Devotees are encouraged to seek comfort in their struggles and to trust in the intercession of the Virgen Dela Regla. The novena also highlights the importance of humility and gratitude, urging participants to reflect on their lives and strive for spiritual growth.
What significance does the Virgen Dela Regla hold in Cebuano culture?
The Virgen Dela Regla holds significant cultural and religious importance in Cebuano culture, symbolizing hope and divine protection for the community. As the patroness of Opon, her veneration is deeply rooted in local traditions and practices. The Novena is a key aspect of this devotion, fostering a sense of unity among devotees and reinforcing their faith in the Virgin Mary's intercession.

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