We Asked a Priest His 4 Favorite Prayers

Christians are often asked, “What are your favorite Bible quotes?” While it may be easy to rattle off a verse that is near and dear to your heart, favorite Christian prayers might be a little more guarded. 

Prayerfulness is often considered personal. It’s a time of silence, solitude, and a break from the chaos of life. Taking the time to settle the mind and pray for certain needs or to express gratitude is a great way to see things more clearly and appreciate life.

More than half of all Americans take time to pray daily. Your prayers don’t have to be favorite Catholic prayers or the “best prayers.” It’s just a time to spend with God. 

Which prayers are considered the best everyday prayers? What should you pray when you wish to express a special feeling? Keep reading to learn the favorite prayers of one generous priest. 

1. The Peace Prayer of St. Francis

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
and where there is sadness, joy.
 O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.

2. Morning Prayer 

O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer you all my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day, for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, in reparation for my sins, for the intentions of all my relatives and friends, and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father.

3. Glory Be 

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

4. Trust in The Lord 

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Staying Grounded 

One-on-one time with God on a daily basis helps to keep you grounded in your faith. While we often turn to God in times of crisis or stress, putting prayer time into your daily routine will help you connect with God and overcome the stress, worries, and anxieties of life. 

Do you get to mass early to pray and reflect? Check out these prayers before mass and after mass. 

What Are Your Favorite Prayers? 

Now that you know this priest’s favorite prayers, have you had time to reflect on your favorites? There are plenty of beautiful prayers from which to choose. 

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