Catholic Prayer Library
The prayers the Church has been praying for centuries, alongside original prayers for the moments when finding your own words is difficult. Each page includes the prayer itself, where it comes from, and a plain explanation of when people actually reach for it.
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Daily Prayers
Foundational prayers to begin the day, return to throughout it, or make part of a regular prayer life.
Begin the day by offering your prayers, work, joys and difficulties to God.
Our FatherThe prayer Jesus taught His disciples, in English and Latin.
Glory BeA short doxology giving praise to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Guardian Angel PrayerAsk your guardian angel for guidance, protection and faithful care.
Act of ContritionA prayer of sorrow for sin, especially familiar from the Sacrament of Confession.
Marian Prayers
Prayers asking the Blessed Virgin Mary to intercede for us and lead us more closely to her Son.
Pray one step at a time with daily mysteries, Scripture, guided prayers and tappable beads.
Hail MaryThe beloved biblical prayer at the heart of the Rosary, with the traditional Latin Ave Maria.
The MemorareA traditional prayer asking Mary for her maternal intercession in times of need.
Hail, Holy QueenThe Salve Regina, traditionally prayed near the conclusion of the Rosary.
The AngelusA traditional devotion recalling the Annunciation and the mystery of the Incarnation.
Creeds & Foundations
Ancient professions of the Christian faith that express what Catholics believe about God, Christ and the Church.
Mass & Eucharist
Prayers for preparing your heart for Mass, receiving Christ in the Eucharist and remaining with Him afterward.
Protection & Intercession
Prayers asking God for protection, help and the intercession of the saints.
Ask St. Michael for protection against evil and the spiritual dangers that surround us.
Prayer to the Sacred Heart of JesusA prayer of trust in the mercy, love and compassion of the Heart of Christ.
Prayer to St. Joseph for WorkAsk St. Joseph for help with employment, work, responsibility and providing for those entrusted to you.
Difficult Moments & Family
Prayers for the moments when worry, parenting, illness or uncertainty make it difficult to know what to say.
An original prayer for racing thoughts, fear of tomorrow and the grace to take the next step.
Prayer for My ChildrenA parent’s prayer for the children God has entrusted to their care.
Prayer for a Sick ChildA prayer for healing, strength and trust when a child is sick and a parent cannot make everything better.
Devotions
Longer prayers and devotions for meditation, mercy, peace and a deeper life with Christ.
A devotion centered on trusting in and asking for the mercy of Jesus Christ.
15 Prayers of St. BridgetTraditional prayers associated with St. Bridget and meditation on the Passion of Christ.
Prayer of St. FrancisThe beloved prayer for peace commonly associated with St. Francis, with its true history and original 1912 French text.
Pray Together as a Family
A simple place and routine for prayer at home.
Oraciones católicas en familiaOraciones breves para rezar juntos en casa.
Catholic Bedtime Prayers for ChildrenSimple prayers and a routine to end the day together.
Pray the Rosary With ChildrenBegin with one decade, familiar prayers and a part for each child.
You do not need the perfect words to begin. Sometimes a prayer you have known for years is enough. Sometimes all you can say is, “Jesus, help me.” Begin there.