From the sign of the cross to grace before meals, there are many Catholic prayers for your children to learn by heart. Here is a look at some of the most popular and memorable Catholic prayers for children to recite.
Luke 6:27-28
Dear Lord, I pray that I obey Your word and love my enemies. I pray that I show love because You are the God of Love. You are also a Good God; therefore, I will do good to those who hate me and bless those who curse me, I pray for those who mistreat me. I pray that at all times I try to represent You so that those around me may see Your word within me, Amen.
Psalm 34:12-13
Awesome God, I love life and I wish to see many days! Therefore, I know that I must keep my tongue from evil and my lips from telling lies. I pray that I continue to be a good child and turn from bad things and seek peace and pursue it. I pray that I am good so that I can be an example to my classmates and a good student for my teacher. I pray that I am good so that I can see many great days with You, Amen.
Psalm 145:9
Holy God, I give You the glory, honor, and praise because You are good to all! Your word tells me that You do not discriminate by race, gender, etc. I pray that I too, do not discriminate. I pray that I too, am good to all of my peers because You are good to everyone therefore it is the right thing to do. Increase the amount of love and kindness that I have towards people, Amen.
Colossians 3:2
Heavenly Father, Your word says that I must set my mind on the things above and not on earthly things. I declare that I will focus more on You instead of playing with friends, doing schoolwork and my chores. I know that these responsibilities and hobbies that I have are important, but I pray that I will focus on You and doing well for Your kingdom first! The reason I want to focus on You more is because I know that You are everlasting and therefore are ALWAYS important, Amen.
Numbers 6:24
Beautiful One, I thank You for blessing me and keeping me (like the bible tells me so). I thank You for being with me at all times and for ensuring that I am always protected. Thank You for giving me strength when I go to school, when I go outside and when I go to church. Thank You for blessing my family and friends too. I pray that You keep them also, wherever they go, Amen.
Colossians 3:2
Awesome God, I pray that the word of Christ dwells in me richly so that I can be more like You. I pray that when I hear or read Your word, I remember it and it resonates in my heart so that I can be like You. I pray that I remember Your word everywhere that I go so that I can be equipped in every situation. Let Your word be my guide so that I know what to do when I am unsure, Amen.
Hebrews 13:8
Holy God, Your word says that Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. Thank You for being an unchangeable God; I know that even as the days change, and as people change, You Lord, remain the same! You will always be faithful, omniscient and benevolent! I thank You for being my everlasting and eternal God. I appreciate everything You are and everything You do, continue to be with me, Amen.
Matthew 28:20
God of Creation, thank You for being with me always. Thank You for being my best friend who never leaves me alone. I pray that I continue to live each day knowing that You are with me, therefore I know that nothing can be against me. I pray that You continue to have Your way in my life, continue to be the light of my life. Continue to my strength in times of trouble, Amen.
Psalm 118:24
Heavenly Father, this is the day that You have made; I will rejoice and be glad in it. I am thankful for You allowing me to see another day. I pray that today goes according to Your will so that I may have a great day. Thank You in advance for all the great things that You will make happen today and thank You for ensuring that I will have a safe return from all the things that I do today, Amen.
Psalm 118:24 & Psalm 138:1
Eternal God, I give You thanks because You are good, and Your love lasts forever! I know that Your love will surround me for the rest of my days, therefore I will be glad in You. Thank You for Your goodness and Your mercies towards me. Thank You for who You are Lord, I will continue to praise You with my whole heart because You have been good and faithful to me, Amen.
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Natalie Regoli is a child of God, devoted wife, and mother of two boys. She has a Master's Degree in Law from The University of Texas. Natalie has been published in several national journals and has been practicing law for 18 years.