Prayers & Devotions

Prayer is the foundation of the Catholic life. In a world of noise and distraction, the Church’s treasury of prayers, novenas, and devotions offers an anchor — a direct line to God, Our Lady, and the saints who intercede for us before the throne of Heaven.

Whether you are seeking a novena for a specific intention, a morning prayer to begin your day in the presence of God, or a deeper understanding of the Church’s great devotions, you will find it here. These prayers have sustained Catholics through centuries of trial and triumph. They will sustain you too.

Explore our collection of prayers, novenas, and Catholic devotions.

Prayer of the Miraculous Springs of Fatima

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Prayer of the Miraculous Springs of Fatima

Prayer of the Miraculous Springs of Fatima O beloved Queen and exalted Lady of the Rosary of Fatima! This miraculous source that you one day made spring forth next to the sacred oak tree is an ex- pressive symbol of your Maternal Heart mani- fested at Fatima as a sure pledge of … Read more

Michael, Michael of the Morning Prayer

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Saint Michael

Michael, Michael of the Morning Prayer The prayer to Saint Michael mentioned in the story titled, “Incredible Miracle: U.S. Marine Saved by Saint Michael,” seems to be this one: Michael, Michael of the morning, Fresh chord of Heaven adorning, Keep me safe today, And in time of temptation Drive the devil away. … Read more

Sub Tuum Praesidium

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Sub tuum praesidium confugimus, Sancta Dei Genitrix

  “Sub Tuum Praesidium” (Latin for “Under thy protection”; Greek: Ὑπὸ τὴν σὴν εὐσπλαγχνίαν) is the oldest extant hymn yet discovered to the Theotokos (Mother of God). The earliest text discovered so far of this hymn was written in Greek on Egyptian papyrus and dates to approximately 250 AD. It is used … Read more

Prayer for Purity

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Prayer for Purity

Jesus, Lover of chastity, Mary, Mother most pure, and Saint Joseph, chaste guardian of the Virgin, to you I come at this hour, begging you to plead with God for me. I earnestly wish to be pure in thought, word and deed in imitation of your own holy purity. Obtain for me, … Read more

Saint Michael Novena

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Archangel Saint Michael, Prince of the Heavenly Host, Powerful Shield Against Diabolical Action

Saint Michael, pray for us! (Pray for nine consecutive days) Saint Michael the Archangel, loyal champion of God and His Catholic people, I turn to thee with confidence and seek thy powerful intercession. For the love of God, Who hast made thee so glorious in grace and power, and for the love … Read more

Act of Reparation to The Sacred Heart

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Act of Reparation to the Sacred Heart

O Sacred Heart of Jesus, animated with a desire to repair the outrages unceasingly offered to Thee, we prostrate before Thy throne of mercy, and in the name of all mankind, pledge our love and fidelity to Thee. The more Thy mysteries are blasphemed, the more firmly we shall believe them, O … Read more

Novena to Saint Joseph

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Novena to Saint Joseph 8

""""[vc_column_text] Daily Novena Prayer This prayer is to be said at the end of each day’s devotion to Saint Joseph. After the prayers, we have provided a meditation about Saint Joseph for each day. I, thy unworthy child, greet thee. Thou art the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and … Read more

The Paratrooper’s Prayer

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The Paratrooper’s Prayer 1

The Paratrooper’s Prayer was written by Second Lieutenant André Louis Arthur Zirnheld, a parachutist in the Free French Army. While serving with the British SAS deep behind enemy lines in Libya, he was killed in action on July 27, 1942. Found in his officer’s note book was the following prayer entitled “The … Read more