Start with gratitude
Thank God for the gift of a new day, your life, your family, your work, and the grace He gives you.
Begin your day with a simple, personal Catholic morning prayer. Each prayer changes by the day of the week and includes gratitude, apology, surrender, intention, and blessing.
A peaceful prayer to begin your day with God.
Take one quiet minute before the day becomes busy. Read each section slowly. You can pray it exactly as written, or pause after each part and add your own personal words to God.
Thank God for the gift of a new day, your life, your family, your work, and the grace He gives you.
Bring your mistakes, impatience, fears, and weaknesses to God with honesty and trust.
Give your plans, tasks, conversations, and worries to the Lord before you carry them alone.
After praying, you can use these simple prompts in your prayer journal.
Your morning does not need to be perfect to be holy. One sincere prayer can help you begin again with peace, humility, gratitude, and trust.
Back to Today’s PrayerAfter your morning prayer, take a few more quiet moments to stay connected with God. Here are a few simple ways to continue your day with peace and purpose.