Prayer Before and After the Daily Meditation

Prayer Before Meditation

Recall the Presence of God; Adore Him

O my God, on account of my many sins and imperfections, I am not worthy to appear before Thee; nevertheless, although but dust and ashes, I dare speak to Thee, Who art infinitely good, and rich in mercy. I will call upon Thy holy Name; I will ponder upon Thy divine commandments, to make me alert and zealous to fulfill them faithfully and punctually. O Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, enlighten mine understanding, strengthen my will, that I may do and suffer all things in imitation of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Grant, O God, that all my thoughts, intentions, and acts during this meditation, may be directed solely to the service and praise of Thy Divine Majesty. Amen.


Prayer After Meditation

O God, we thank Thee for having suffered us to remain so long in Thy presence, despite our unworthiness and nothingness. We thank Thee for all good thoughts with which Thou hast inspired us, and humbly implore forgiveness for all distractions and lack of devotion of which we have been culpable during this meditation. Holy Mary, our dear Mother, dear Guardian Angel, holy Patrons, all ye Saints, pray for us, that we may accomplish our resolutions. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Our Father. Hail Mary.