Prayers
Prayers from various traditions around the world.
Healing Prayer
Loving God We pray for our brothers and sisters who have been abused within our Church; that they may find
Proclaim Conference Prayer
Most Holy God, in every age you form a people for yourself. Your Holy Spirit dwells in the hearts of
Year of Grace Prayer
Gracious God, You have blessed this ancient land with many gifts, especially its people. We thank you for the Year
Prayer in silence
Lord Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh you entered into our reality, became one among us. You speak to us
God of life
God of life you continue to call your pilgrim people to share more deeply in your intimate love. As we
A blessing to open a meeting
May God, Who is the source of all blessings and all that is blessed, be a part of this gathering
Prayer for the Diocese
God our Father, in all the churches scattered throughout the world you show forth the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic
Universal Prayer (Pope Clement XI)
The Universal Prayer Attributed to Pope Clement XI I believe, O Lord, but may I believe more firmly I hope,
Missal Prayer – to Mary
Prayers to the Blessed Virgin Mary O Mary, Virgin and Mother most holy, behold, I have received your most dear
Prayer for the Unborn
Lord Jesus, You who faithfully visit and fulfill with your Presence the Church and the history of men; You who
Catechist Prayer
Gracious and all-loving Father, out of love for all people you spoke your Word who became flesh for our salvation.
Prayer before a Crucifix
Look down upon me, good and gentle Jesus, while before Your face I humbly kneel, and with burning soul pray
St Mary of the Cross MacKillop
Loving and Provident God, We give you thanks for the life and goodness of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop.
Marian prayer of St John Damascene
Today, the root of Jesse has produced its shoot: she will bring forth a Divine flower for the world. Today,
Friend and Lord Jesus Christ
A prayer for World Youth Day 2011 – Madrid Friend and Lord Jesus Christ How great you are! With your
Australian WYD2011 Prayer
God of hope and grace, send your Holy Spirit upon us as our helper and guide. As we prepare for
A Prayer for Pastoral Planning
Inspiring God, we, the people of the Diocese of Wollongong, pray that the future we plan will be the future
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mother of hope, accompany us on our journey. Teach us to proclaim the living God; help
Immaculate Heart of Mary
(Mary) “From the Cross you received a new mission. From the Cross you became a mother in a new way:
Prayer in Pastores Dabo Vobis
O Mary, Mother of Jesus Christ and Mother of priests, accept this title which we bestow on you to celebrate
Praying the offering of self
I know that your touch Lord Jesus, can change people and situations, you told your friends and so I ask
The Grail Prayer
Lord Jesus, I give you my hands to do your work. I give you my feet to go your way.
Prayer of St Columba
Be, Lord Jesus, a bright flame before me, a guiding star above me, a smooth path below me, a kindly
Come Holy Spirit
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and enkindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth
Benedictus
Blessed be the Lord the God of Israel! * He has visited his people and redeemed them. He has raised
Magnificat
My soul glorifies the Lord,* my spirit exults in God my saviour. He looks on his servant in her lowliness;*
Te Deum
O God, we praise you; Lord, we proclaim you! You, the Father, the eternal – all the earth venerates you.
Prayer for priests
A prayer for priests Lord of all and giver of life, call to the priesthood men on fire with your divine
Prayer of Welcome
Lord, our God, source of all life, you reveal yourself in the depths of our being drawing us to share
Prayer of Commitment
Jesus, I am seeking more meaning in my life. I seek happiness and peace for myself and my loved ones.