Prayers

Prayers of the Catholic Church, prayer resources, and reflections.

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Glory Be

The Origins of the Glory Be Prayer The “Glory Be,” also known as the “Doxology,” is a short but profound prayer that is recited by believers in various denominations, including Catholicism and Protestantism. The prayer is a simple expression of praise and glorification of the Holy Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It is typically recited […]

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Hail Mary

Origin of the Hail Mary Prayer The “Hail Mary” is a venerable Catholic prayer that holds a special place in the hearts of millions of believers around the world. It consists of two main parts. The first part draws directly from the Gospel of Luke (1:28, 42) and consists of the angel Gabriel’s salutation to

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Our Father

The Origin of the Our Father The “Our Father,” also known as the “Lord’s Prayer,” is one of the most fundamental and widely recited prayers in Christianity. It holds a central place in Christian worship, and its origins can be traced back to the New Testament, specifically in the Gospel of Matthew (6:9-13) and the

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