While the Novena is held in multiple languages (English, Hindi, Konkani, and Tamil), the hold deep cultural importance for the local community. The prayer book typically includes: Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help | PDF - Scribd

The devotion to (Novenas) at St. Michael’s Church, Mahim , is one of Mumbai's most significant spiritual traditions, transcending religious boundaries for over 75 years. For many Marathi-speaking devotees, having a Mahim Novena Prayer Book in Marathi is essential for participating in this weekly ritual of faith. History of the Mahim Novena

The weekly Novena services were established on , by Fr. Edward Placidus Fernandes . Inspired by a similar ritual he witnessed in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Fr. Fernandes brought the devotion to Mumbai, where it quickly grew into a massive phenomenon. Every Wednesday, thousands of devotees—including Hindus, Muslims, and Parsis—gather at the intersection of Mahim Causeway and L.J. Road to seek the intercession of Mother Mary. Importance of the Marathi Prayer Book