Common Prayers of the Catholic Church

The Sign of the Cross

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

The Lord's Prayer

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 form evil. Amen.

The Hail Mary

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

Glory be to the Father

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

Fatima Decade Prayer

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins; save us from the fire of hell; lead all souls to heaven, especially those most in need of Thy mercy.

Prayer to the Holy Sprit

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of the faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.

V. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created.

R. And you will renew the face of the earth.

Let us pray:

You have taught the hearts of your faithful. In the same Spriit, help us to relish what is right and always rejoice in your consolation. We ask this through Christ our Lord Amen.

Prayer to St. Michael

St. Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, Oh prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the other evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, Our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell, the third day He arose from the dead; He ascended into heaven, sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

The Angelus

V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary

R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. (Hail Mary...)

V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord

R. Be it done unto me according to Thy Word. (Hail Mary...)

V. And the Word was made flesh

R. And dwelt among us. (Hail Mary...)

V. Pry for us, O Holy Mother of God

R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

V. Let us pray

R. Pour forth we beseech Thee O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ, Thy Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross be brought to the glory of His resurrection, through the same Christ, Our Lord. Amen.

Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Jesus, we know that You are merciful and that you have offered Your heart for us. It is crowned with thorns and with our sins. We know that You implore us constantly so that we do not go astray. Jesus, remember us when we are in sin. By means of Your Heart, make all men love one another. Make hate disappear from amongst men. Show us your love. We all love You and want You to protect us with Your Shepherd's heart and free us from every sin. Jesus, enter into every heart! Knock, knock at the door of our heart. Be patient and never desist. We are still closed, because we have not understood Your love. Knock continuously. O Good Jesus, make us open our hearts to You, at least in the moment we remember Your Passion suffered for us. Amen.

Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

O Immaculate Heart of Mary, ardent with goodness, show Your love toward us. May the flame of your heart, O Mary, descend on all mankind. We love you so. Impress true love in our hearts so that we have a continuous desire for you. O Mary, humble and meek of heart, remember us when we are in sin. You know that all men sin. Give us, by means of your Immaculate Heart, spiritual health. Let us always see the goodness of your Maternal Heart, and may we be converted by the means of the flame of your Heart. Amen.

Prayer for Youth

My Father, please help our young people to come into Your glory. Father our young men and women are being lost because they do not trust Your graces. Good Father, give them Your love and protect them from the evil one. Forgive them, my Father, with Your generous mercy and compassion. They are good children, Father. Hold not their sins against them, but pour instead an abundance of Your love into their hearts. It is Your love, my Father, which will draw them to renew their lives and come to You. Thank you, Father for giving them the bounteous blessings of Your love. Thank you for loving them as Your own sons and daughters. Save them, Father, I plead with You in their behalf. Save them by the merits of Your Son, Jesus. In Your Son's name and precious blood, I pray. Amen.

The Divine Praises

Blessed be God.
Blessed be His holy Name.
Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true Man.
Blessed be the Name of Jesus.
Blessed be His most Sacred Heart.
Blessed be His most precious Blood.
Blessed be Jesus in the most holy Sacrament of the Altar.
Blessed be the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete.
Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most holy.
Blessed be her holy and Immaculate Conception.
Blessed be her glorious Assumption.
Blessed be the name of Mary, Virgin and Mother.
Blessed be St. Joseph, her most chaste spouse.
Blessed be God in His angels and in His saints

Pentecost Prayer

"Spirit of Christ, stir me; Spirit of Christ, move me; Spirit of Christ, fill me; Spirit of Christ, seal me. Consecrate in me Your Heart and will O Heavenly Father. Create in me a foundation of virtues. Seal my soul as Your own, that Your reflection in me may be a light for all to see. Amen." 6-7-92

The Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To thee I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.