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PRAYERS Reminders

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 OBJECTIVES
1. understand what prayer is
2. identify reverently the different basic
prayers
3. practice and observe the different
basic prayers in reverent and devotion Reminders

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 What is Prayer?
• Prayer is a way of
communicating with God.
• It is the raising of one’s
mind and heart to God or
the requesting of good
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things from God.

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 • Prayer is expressed
i n w o r d s o r
gestures, it is the
whole man who
prays.
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 SIGN OF THE CROSS
In the name of the
Father and of the Son
and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen. Reminders

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 "In the name of the Father, the Son,
and the Holy Spirit" is a way of
invoking the presence and authority
of the entire Holy Trinity. It is used to
initiate various rituals and
ceremonies, signifying the belief in
God's presence and the divine
relationship between the Father, the Reminders

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Son (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit.
 This concept of the Trinity is a
fundamental doctrine in most
Christian denominations,
representing the complex
nature of God as a unified yet
diverse being. Reminders

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 SIGN OF THE CROSS
In the name of the
Father and of the Son
and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen. Reminders

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 THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven,
Hallowed be thy name, Thy kingdom
come, Thy will be done on earth as it is
in heaven. Give us this day our daily
bread; forgive us our trespasses as we
forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation but Reminders

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deliver us from evil. Amen.
 The Lord's Prayer, also known as the
Our Father or the Pater Noster, is a
central and widely recognized prayer
in Christianity. It is a prayer that Jesus
taught his disciples as a model for how
they should pray. The prayer is found in
the New Testament of the Bible,
specifically in the books of Matthew Reminders

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(6:9-13) and Luke (11:2-4).
 HAIL MARY
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord
is with you; blessed are you
among women and blessed is
the fruit of your womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray
for us sinners, now and at the Reminders

Notes hour of our death, Amen.

 The "Hail Mary" is often repeated in
succession, particularly in the context of
the Rosary, a popular Catholic devotional
practice that involves the recitation of a
set of prayers while meditating on key
moments in the lives of Jesus and Mary.
The prayer serves as a way for believers to
honor Mary's role in salvation history, seek
her intercession, and express their devotion
to her and to Jesus. And it is also called the Reminders

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“ANGELIC GREETING”.
 GLORY BE
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,
and to the Holy Spirit,

As it was in the beginning, is now, and

ever shall be, world without end. Reminders

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Amen.
 The "Glory Be" is a concise way for
believers to express their devotion
to the Holy Trinity and acknowledge
the eternal nature of God's glory. It's
often used as a closing to prayers,
particularly in liturgical settings or as
part of the Rosary. It serves as a
reminder of the central role of the
Trinity in Christian theology and Reminders

worship.
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 PRAYER TO THE GUARDIAN
ANGEL
Angel of God, my guardian dear,
to whom his love commits me here;
Ever this day be at my side,
to light and guard,
to rule and guide. Amen. Reminders

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 The "Prayer to Guardian Angel" is a
prayer in Christian tradition that is
addressed to the belief in a guardian
angel assigned to each individual.
Guardian angels are believed to be
spiritual beings who protect, guide, and
watch over people throughout their lives.
The prayer is a way for individuals to
seek the guidance, protection, and
assistance of their guardian angel. Reminders

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 PRAYER TO ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in

battle, be our protection against the
wickedness and snares of the devil. May
God rebuke him we humbly pray; and do
thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host, by
the power of God, cast into hell Satan
and all the evil spirits who prowl about the Reminders
world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
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 The "Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel"
is often recited as a way to seek spiritual
protection and assistance against evil
influences. It emphasizes the belief in the
power of St. Michael to defend against
negative forces and to help individuals
remain steadfast in their faith. This prayer
reflects the broader Catholic belief in the
intercession of saints and angels in the
lives of believers. Reminders

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 FATIMA PRAYER

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins,

save us from the fires of hell,
and lead all souls to heaven,
especially those who need
most of your mercy. Reminders

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 The "Fatima Prayer" is often recited in
conjunction with the Rosary, a popular Catholic
devotion that involves the recitation of prayers
while meditating on the life of Jesus and Mary.
It is typically recited after each decade of the
Rosary, which consists of ten "Hail Mary" prayers.
The prayer reflects the themes of repentance,
salvation, and the intercession of Mary on
behalf of sinners. It serves as a reminder of the
importance of seeking God's forgiveness and
mercy and praying for the salvation of all souls. Reminders

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 FATIMA PRAYER

O my Jesus, forgive us our sins,

save us from the fires of hell,
and lead all souls to heaven,
especially those who need
most of your mercy. Reminders

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 HAIL HOLY QUEEN
Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, hail our
life, our sweetness, and our hope. To thee do
we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to thee
do we send up our sighs, mourning and
weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most
gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy
toward us, and after this our exile show unto
us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O
clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Amen. Reminders

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 The "Hail, Holy Queen," also known as the
"Salve Regina" in Latin, is a powerful and
beautiful Catholic prayer that is dedicated to
the Virgin Mary. It's often sung or recited as a
way to honor Mary, seek her intercession, and
express devotion to her. The prayer is
frequently used as a conclusion to the Rosary,
a popular Catholic devotion that involves the
recitation of prayers while meditating on the
Mysteries. Reminders

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 MYSTERIES OF THE ROSARY
JOYFUL MYSTERIES SORROWFUL MYSTERIES
(Monday and Saturday) (Tuesday and Friday)
1. Annunciation 1. Agony in the Garden
2. Visitation 2. Scourging at the Pillar
3. Birth of Christ 3. Crowning with Thorns
4. Presentation 4. Carrying of the Cross
5. Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple 5. Crucifixion

LUMINOUS MYSTERIES GLORIOUS MYSTERIES

(Thursday) (Wednesday and Sunday)
1. Baptism of the Lord 1. Resurrection
2. Wedding at Cana 2. Ascension
3. Proclamation of the Kingdom of the 3. Descent of the Holy Spirit
God 4. Assumption of Mary
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4. Transfiguration 5. Coronation of Mary
5. Institution of the Holy Eucharist
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 The Mysteries of the Rosary are a set of
events or themes from the life of Jesus
Christ and the Virgin Mary that are
meditated upon during the recitation of
the Rosary, a popular and widely
practiced Catholic devotion. The Rosary
is a form of prayer that involves the
repetition of specific prayers while
contemplating these significant Reminders

moments in the life of Christ and Mary.

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 THE APOSTLES’ CREED
(Roman Missal, Third Edition)

I believe in God, the Father almighty.

Creator of heaven and earth, and in
Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary, suffered
under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, Reminders

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died and was buried.
 He descended into hell, on
the third day he rose again
from the dead; he ascended
into heaven, and is seated at
the right hand of God the
Father almighty; from there he
will come to judge the living Reminders

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and the dead.
 I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy, catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins, the
resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting. Reminders

Notes Amen.
 The Nicene Creed is a statement of
Christian faith that outlines the
fundamental beliefs of the Christian
religion, particularly those concerning the
nature of God and the identity of Jesus
Christ. It is one of the most important and
widely accepted creeds in Christianity.
The Nicene Creed is recited during
liturgical services in various Christian
denominations, especially in liturgical Reminders
traditions such as the Roman Catholic
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 ACT OF CONTRITION
O my God, I am heartily sorry for having
offended You, and I detest all my sins,
because I dread the loss of heaven
and the pains of hell, but most of all
because I have offended You, my God,
who are all good and deserving of all
my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of
Your grace, to confess my sins, to do Reminders
penance and to amend my life. Amen.
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 The "Act of Contrition" is a heartfelt prayer in
Christianity that expresses remorse for one's
sins and seeks God's forgiveness. It's a way
for individuals to acknowledge their
wrongdoing, genuinely repent, and ask for
God's mercy. The prayer is often said as part
of the sacrament of reconciliation
(confession) in Catholicism, where individuals
confess their sins to a priest and receive
absolution. Reminders

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 MORNING OFFERING
O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of
Mary, I offer You my prayers, works, joys and
sufferings of this day. For all the intentions of
Your Sacred Heart. In union with the Holy
Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world.
In reparation for my sins. For the intentions of
all our associates, and in particular, for the
intentions of the Holy Father for this month, Reminders

Notes Amen.
 The Morning Offering is a prayer in
Christian tradition that individuals
often say at the beginning of their
day. It is a way to consecrate or
dedicate the day to God, offering
one's thoughts, actions, and
experiences to Him. The prayer
reflects the desire to align one's daily
life with God's will and to live with a Reminders
sense of purpose and devotion.
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 PRAYER BEFORE STUDY
(by St. Thomas Aquinas)

Lord, true source of light and wisdom, give me

a keen sense of understanding, a retentive
memory, and the capacity to grasp things
correctly. Grant me the grace to be
accurate in my exposition, and the skill to
express myself with thoroughness and clarity.
Be with me at the start of my work, guide its
progress and bring it to completion. Grant this Reminders

through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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 The "Prayer Before Study" is a prayer
that students often say to seek God's
guidance, wisdom, and assistance
before engaging in their studies. It's a
way to invite God's presence into the
learning process and to ask for His
help in understanding and retaining
information. This prayer reflects the
idea that learning is not just a mental Reminders
exercise but also a spiritual endeavor.
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 THE ANGELUS
Leader: The angel of the Lord declared unto
Mary.
Res: And she conceived by the power of the
Holy Spirit.
Hail Mary….

Leader: Behold the handmaid of the Lord,

Res: Be it done to me according to your word.
Hail Mary…. Reminders

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 Leader: And the Word was made flesh,
Res. And dwelt among us.
Hail Mary….

Leader: Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God.

Res: That we may be made worthy of the promises of
Christ.

Let us pray:
Pour forth we beseech you, O Lord, your grace into our
hearts; that we to whom the incarnation of Christ, Your
Son was made known by the message of an angel. Remind
May by His passion and cross be brought to the glory
Notes of His resurrection through the same Christ our Lord.
Amen.
 The Angelus is a traditional Catholic
devotion and prayer that commemorates
the Annunciation, the moment when the
Angel Gabriel announced to the Virgin
Mary that she would conceive and give
birth to Jesus, the Son of God. The prayer is
recited three times a day—morning, noon,
and evening—and it involves reflecting on
the mystery of the Incarnation (God
becoming human) and the role of Mary in Reminders
salvation history.
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 PRAYER BEFORE MEALS
Bless us, O Lord, and these
thy gifts which we are about
to receive from thy bounty,
through Christ our Lord,
Amen. Reminders

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 The "Prayer Before Meals," also known as
"Grace Before Meals," is a common
practice in Christianity where individuals
offer a brief prayer of thanksgiving before
eating. This simple act of gratitude
acknowledges God's provision and
blessings in providing food. It's a way to
pause and remember the source of our
sustenance, and to express gratitude for
the gift of nourishment. Reminders

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 PRAYER AFTER MEALS
We give Thee thanks, O Lord, for
all Thy benefits, O Almighty God,
who lives and reigns forever;
and may the souls of the faithful
departed, through the mercy of
God, rest in peace. Amen. Reminders

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 The "Prayer After Meals," also known as
"Grace After Meals" or "Thanksgiving
Prayer," is a prayer of thanksgiving
offered after finishing a meal. Just as the
Prayer Before Meals expresses gratitude
before eating, the Prayer After Meals
expresses gratitude for the meal that has
been consumed. It's a way to
acknowledge God's provision and
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blessings for the nourishment received.
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 THE THREE O’CLOCK PRAYER

You died, Jesus, but the source of

life flowed out for souls and the
ocean of mercy opened up for the
whole world. O Fountain of Life,
immeasurable Divine Mercy, cover
the whole world and empty yourself Reminders

out upon us.

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 O Blood and Water which flowed out
from the heart of Jesus as a Fountain
of Mercy for us, I trust in You!

Holy God, Holy Mighty One, Holy

Immortal One, have mercy on us and
the whole world. (3 times)
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Jesus, King of Mercy, we trust in You!
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 The "3 o'clock prayer" refers to a specific
moment of prayer associated with the
Divine Mercy devotion in Christianity,
particularly within the Catholic tradition. It
centers around the concept of meditating
on the Passion of Jesus Christ and seeking
His mercy and forgiveness. The time of 3
o'clock holds special significance
because it is believed to be the hour
when Jesus died on the cross, according
to the Gospel accounts of His crucifixion. Reminders

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 THE DOMINICAN BLESSING
A 13th century Dominican prayer

May God the Father bless us.

May god the Son heal us.
May god the Holy Spirit enlighten us,
And give us eyes to see with,
ears to hear with,
hands to do the work of god with,
feet to walk with, and a mouth to preach the
word of salvation with, and the angel of
peace to watch over us and lead us at last, by Reminders
our lord's gift, to the kingdom.
Notes Amen.
 The Dominican Blessing encapsulates the
ideals of the Dominican Order, focusing
on the importance of God's guidance,
the pursuit of truth, evangelization, and
the ultimate goal of attaining the
heavenly kingdom. This blessing is often
recited in Dominican communities, during
special occasions, and as a way to invoke
God's grace and blessings on those who
share in the Dominican mission and Reminders
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 PRAYER FOR THE CANONIZATION OF THE
VENERABLE MOTHER ROSARIO OF THE
VISITATION

O God our Father, You have granted the

Venerable Mother Rosario of the Visitation
the gift of loving You and neighbor
especially the sick, the poor and the needy
with full confidence. Through her intercession,
help us to live a holy life and be attentive to
the needs of all our brothers and sisters. Reminders

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 Lord grant us the joy of seeing the
Venerable Mother Rosario of the
Visitation raised to the glory of the altars
among the blessed and the saints. We
ask You this through Your Son, our Lord
Jesus Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God forever and ever. Amen.
(Present your needs / petitions through
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the prayers of Mo. Rosario.)
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 Our Father…
Hail Mary …
Glory be…

Ave Maria purisima, sin pecado concebida

(Hail Mary most pure, conceived without sin)
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