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Catholic Prayers and Devotions

A short selection of Traditional Catholic prayers and Devotions. These are prayers of intercession, prayers of adoration, professions of faith, contemplative prayers, and others. Pray any prayer you like at any time. Enjoy God's presence.

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

Mealtime Prayers

Bless us Oh Lord, and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive, from thy bounty, through Christ, Our Lord. Amen. Our dear Heavenly Father, we thank thee for this food. Feed our souls on the bread of life and help us to do our part in kind words and loving deeds. We ask in Jesus' name. May this food restore our strength, giving new energy to tired limbs, new thoughts to weary minds. May this drink restore our souls, giving new vision to dry spirits, new warmth to cold hearts. And once refreshed, may we give new pleasure to you, who gives us all.

The Pope's Monthly Intention

For more prayers, see the 55 volumes of Catholic prayers in Latin in the Analecta Hymnica