Run with the Saints

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God of every generation, you gave St. Carlo a joyful desire for Jesus in the Eucharist and a generous love for his neighbors. Through Carlo's intercession, renew my friendship with Christ, guide the gifts you have entrusted to me, and receive my intention. Teach me to seek holiness without display or delay. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Let us pause in silence, and bring to mind the intention you are praying for.

In the app, your own saved intention rests here during the silence. The narration stays the same for everyone.

Therefore let's also, seeing we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let's run with perseverance the race that is set before us,

Canonized saints do not draw attention away from Jesus; they witness to what his grace can do in human lives. Carlo now belongs to the great communion cheering the Church onward. Lay down what entangles you and continue the particular race entrusted to you. Communion with the saints makes perseverance a shared journey rather than a private test.

St. Carlo, as this novena closes, carry my intention in your intercession. Ask the Lord to keep me persevering in sacramental life, generous friendship, wise service, and hope of heaven. Show me what burden to release and what faithful practice to continue. Amen.

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

St. Carlo, young friend of Jesus, pray for children, teenagers, families, and all who seek holiness in ordinary life. Help us receive Christ reverently, use our gifts with wisdom, serve the poor, and run faithfully toward heaven. Keep every screen, friendship, and decision ordered toward love. Amen.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.