Daily Prayers

Taught by Jesus to his disciples (Matthew 6:9-13). The most widely prayed prayer in Christianity.

One of the earliest statements of Christian faith, dating to the 2nd century. Used in worship and baptism.

David's beloved psalm of trust. Often prayed as a personal devotion, at funerals, and in times of fear.

The priestly blessing from Numbers 6:24-26. One of the oldest known biblical texts, used as a benediction in worship.

Attributed to Reinhold Niebuhr (1932). Widely adopted by recovery programs and prayed as a daily devotion.

From 1 Chronicles 4:10. A short but powerful prayer for blessing and protection.

Written by John Wesley for the annual Methodist Covenant Service. A prayer of total surrender.

A simple daily prayer to begin the day with gratitude and intention.

A prayer of reflection and rest at the close of the day.

Based on the angel Gabriel's greeting to Mary (Luke 1:28) and Elizabeth's words (Luke 1:42). Central to the Rosary.

A short prayer of praise to the Trinity. Used throughout the Liturgy of the Hours and the Rosary.

Attributed to St. Francis of Assisi, though likely written in the early 20th century. A prayer of selfless service.

A prayer of petition to the Virgin Mary, popularized by Fr. Claude Bernard in the 17th century.

Prayed during the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) and as a daily examination of conscience.

A medieval Eucharistic prayer, often prayed after receiving Communion. Beloved by St. Ignatius of Loyola.

The central prayer of Eastern Christian spirituality, rooted in the Desert Fathers. Traditionally repeated as a meditative practice using a prayer rope.

One of the oldest Christian hymns, echoing the angels' cry in Isaiah 6:3. Sung in liturgies across Eastern and Western traditions.

Prayed during Great Lent in the Orthodox tradition, accompanied by prostrations. A prayer against spiritual complacency.

Adopted at the Council of Nicaea (325 AD) and expanded at Constantinople (381 AD). The most widely accepted statement of Christian faith.