Are you or a loved one facing the fear, pain, or uncertainty of cancer? You’re not alone. Saint Peregrine, who once carried this same suffering in his own body, is known throughout the world as the patron saint of cancer patients and a powerful intercessor in times of illness. Come to this prayer with faith, and let Saint Peregrine bring comfort, strength, and healing to your heart.
Who Is Saint Peregrine?
Saint Peregrine Laziosi was an Italian Servite priest who suffered from a severe cancerous wound on his leg. The night before his amputation, he prayed before a crucifix and miraculously awoke completely healed. Because of this extraordinary healing, he is invoked as the patron saint of cancer patients, chronic illness, and serious diseases.
When Should You Pray This Prayer?
You can pray this prayer when you or someone you love is facing:
- A recent cancer diagnosis
- Ongoing treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery)
- Fear, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion
- Terminal illness
- Pain or inflammation
- Uncertainty about medical results
- Support for caregivers, nurses, or doctors
You may pray it once, or as a daily devotion.
Pray the full Saint Peregrine Novena (9 days)
Miraculous Prayer to Saint Peregrine
O great Saint Peregrine, you have been called “The Mighty” and “The Wonder Worker“, because of the numerous miracles which you have obtained from God for those who have had recourse to you.
For so many years you bore in your own flesh this cancerous disease that destroys the very fiber of our being, and who had recourse to the source of all grace when the power of man could do no more.
You were favored with the vision of Jesus coming down from His Cross to heal your affliction. Ask of God and Our Lady, the cure of the sick whom we entrust to you.
(Pause here and silently recall the names of the sick for whom you are praying)
Aided in this way by your powerful intercession, we shall sing to God, now and for all eternity, a song of gratitude for His great goodness and mercy.
Amen.
Prayer for Caregivers and Doctors
Heavenly Father, we also lift up the caregivers, nurses, and doctors who dedicate their lives to treating the sick. Grant them strength, wisdom, and compassion as they care for those in need. May they be instruments of Your healing grace.
Amen.
A Short Real Miracle
One of the most well-known modern healings through Saint Peregrine’s intercession involved a young girl diagnosed with aggressive sarcoma. Her family prayed this same prayer every night, entrusting her treatment to God. Months later, doctors confirmed that the tumor had disappeared against all medical expectations. Stories like hers continue to inspire thousands facing illness with faith and hope.
Faith and Hope in Suffering
Illness can shake the foundation of our lives, leaving us feeling helpless and afraid. But the story of Saint Peregrine reminds us that even in the darkest moments, we are not alone. His faith in the face of suffering and his miraculous healing point to a truth many have experienced: God is close to the brokenhearted.
Whether healing comes in body or spirit, prayer connects us with divine mercy and peace. Through Saint Peregrine’s intercession, we are invited to place our fears in God’s hands and trust in His perfect timing and love.
“With God, all things are possible.” — Matthew 19:26
Related Prayers
If this prayer brought you peace or comfort, here are more ways to strengthen your devotion to Saint Peregrine and support your loved ones through prayer:
- 📿 Novena to Saint Peregrine
- 🙏 Prayer for Caregivers and Doctors
- 🕊️ More Catholic Prayers
- Padre Pio Healing
- Novena to the Miraculous Medal
Help Spread Hope
If this prayer to Saint Peregrine brought you peace, comfort, or healing, consider sharing it with someone who may need it today.
📲 Share on social media
💌 Send it to a loved one
🕯️ Light a virtual candle in his honor
You never know how a simple act of faith can change someone’s day—or their life. Together, we can bring hope to those facing illness, one prayer at a time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most powerful prayer is the Miraculous Prayer to Saint Peregrine, asking for healing, comfort, and strength during illness.
Because he miraculously healed from a cancerous wound, and has interceded for countless people suffering from cancer and chronic illnesses.
Yes. Many people use this prayer as a daily devotion for strength, peace, and hope.
