Favorite "Little" Prayers

[PietroPaolo]

Hi all,

As Christians we are called to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thess 5:17). One way I try to do this is to offer up small prayers throughout the day. I recently wrote about some of these on my blog. One I particularly like is “Laus tibi Christe” (praise to you, Christ) from the Mass. I was wondering if anyone had any other short prayers they routinely offer throughout the day that they wanted to share here with others or if you prefer spontaneous prayer as things happen.

Thanks.

 

[SaintRita]

I’m not sure why this prayer always comes to mind, but I must say the Fatima Prayer a dozen times throughout the day outside of the Rosary. I’m not sure why that prayer comes to mind so often, but its almost always the first one I think of when I stop and pray during the day. I figure if it comes to mind it must be there for a reason.

 

[MJE]

I believe Lord, help my unbelief.

Jesus I trust in you.

 

[PietroPaolo]

Those are great prayers. I find having a few “go to” prayers really helps me (try) to stay focused on Christ. God bless.

 

[petra22]

Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like unto thine.

Come, Lord Jesus, come.

Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful.

Thank you, Father, for everything.

 

[PietroPaolo]

One from my five yr old son:

“Mary make me more like Jesus.”

Said during communion at Mass.

 

[Jeanne_S]

Lord Jesus,only begotten son of God,have mercy on me a sinner…
Jesus,I trust in you
All glory,honor and praise to you,Lord Jesus Christ
Sacred Heart of Jesus,pray for us
Immaculate Heart of Mary,pray for us
St.Joseph,our protector,pray for us.

 

[Bob123Q]

My favorites

1 Lord Jesus Christ have mercy on me a sinner

2 Blessed it is to know the lord, and that nothing can hurt us or stand before prayer

3 Glory be to the father the son and the holy spirit as it was in the beggining is now and every shall be

4 God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference

5 Let nothing disturb you let nothing frighten you all things are passing patience gains all things God alone is changeless

• hail mary, our father

 

[IfYouLeadMe]

I am currently going through some workplace issues that are being investigated that have caused me great distress. My Aunt posted me a bookmark that has a picture of a scruffy dog and the words:

“Help me to remember, Lord that nothing is going to happen today that you and I can’t handle together… Trust in the Lord, for the Lord, the Lord is the Rock eternal.”

I’ve kept it in my purse and just before some important meetings I’ve had regarding this investigation, I think about those words on the bookmark. (I also pray the Memorare before I leave home) I’ve walked out of those meetings feeling that I did my very best.

Those few simple words sure are a good reminder that God is right by our side in everything, no matter how hard things may seem…

 

[willie_duggan]

From the Gospel of Mark : “Lord I believe, help me in my unbelief”

It’s a beautiful little prayer.

 

[LiseTravis]

Jesus, Mary & Joseph- I love you, save souls.

 

[NeedsMercy]

I’m not sure why this prayer always comes to mind, but I must say the Fatima Prayer a dozen times throughout the day outside of the Rosary. I’m not sure why that prayer comes to mind so often, but its almost always the first one I think of when I stop and pray during the day. I figure if it comes to mind it must be there for a reason.

Do you mean the one that starts “O my Jesus, forgive us our sins…”? Because I say it constantly too. I don’t even think about saying it; it’s almost automatic now…

 

[SaintRita]

Do you mean the one that starts “O my Jesus, forgive us our sins…”? Because I say it constantly too. I don’t even think about saying it; it’s almost automatic now…

YES!!! Its been like this for about 6 months now? (since I reverted) In my teen/young adult years I was always drawn to the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe (in fact that’s what is in my home now) but for some reason its the Fatima prayer that keeps popping in. I have many people in my life who need the this prayer so I offer it up for them.