Monthly Votive Prayer Candle

Mother Seton knew well the power of prayer in helping loved ones and frequently prayed for those dear to her. As a mother, she prayed for all of her children, their souls, and the safety of her sons away at sea; as a wife, she prayed for the health of her husband; as a spiritual leader, she prayed for the welfare of the religious community she founded.

Entrust your prayers to the powerful intercession of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and light a votive prayer candle in the very Basilica where she is buried. In addition to the monthly votive prayer candle, many Shrine benefactors memorialize their intentions with an annual or semi-annual votive prayer candle at the Seton Shrine. Each prayer candle bears an inscription describing the nature of the benefactor’s intention: for the welfare of a loved one, an act of thanksgiving, or any other special intention.

We would be honored to light a prayer candle for you at The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton.