Prayer

Prayer of blessing for the day

Starting the day under God's gazeBefore the world demands our attention, before repeated gestures and exchanged words, it is precious to place our day in the Lord's hands. This morning prayer is a simple offering, a lifting up of the soul to the One who watches over our every step. Let us take a moment to reflect and welcome God's blessing at dawn. Read more...

The history and power of the Our Father

A prayer given by Jesus himselfAmong all the Christian prayers, the Our Father is the most universal, the oldest and the most precious. It is not a prayer invented by men: it came directly from the mouth of Christ. When the disciples asked Him: "Lord, teach us to pray", Jesus did not give them a method, but an entire prayer. In just a few lines, He offers them a summary of the Gospel, a pathway to the Father's heart. Read more...

Prayer of blessing and protection for sacramentals

Lord our God,You who are the source of every blessing,You who have sanctified the earth through the presence of your incarnate Son,We come before You, with faith and humility,To entrust to You these blessed objects, these visible signs of your invisible love.May they become for those who wear or use theminstruments of grace, peace and light in their daily lives. Read more...

Prayer to Our Lady of the Scapular

O Mary, Virgin of Carmel,Sweet and merciful Mother,I consecrate myself to you today,with trust and love.Cover me with your scapular,sign of your covenant and protection. Read more...

Prayer to Saint Peter and Saint Paul

O glorious apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ,St Peter, the rock on which the Church was founded,and St Paul, the ardent missionary to the nations,we invoke you with fervour and trust.. Read more...