St. Peter (died c. 64 AD), originally named Simon, was one of Jesus’ first disciples and became the leader of the apostles. After Jesus renamed him Peter (“Rock”), declaring “on this rock I will build my Church,” he went on to become the first pope and a foundational figure of Christianity.
Despite his famous denial of Christ, his subsequent repentance and unwavering faith made him a powerful witness to God’s mercy and forgiveness. His prayers are particularly meaningful for those seeking strength in faith, courage in leadership, and grace for repentance.
Historical Context
Saint: Peter the Apostle
Feast Day: June 29 (with Paul)
Patronage: Papacy, Universal Church, Fishermen, Net makers
Era: 1st Century
Saint Peter Prayer 1
O God,
Who has taught the hearts of the faithful
by the light of the Holy Spirit,
grant that by the gift of the same Spirit
we may be always truly wise
and ever rejoice in his consolation.
Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
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Saint Peter Prayer 2
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
and forgive us our trespasses
as we forgive those who trespass against us;
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
Amen.
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Saint Peter Prayer 3
O Holy Apostle,
You are the Rock upon which
Almighty God has built His Church.
Obtain for me I pray you:
lively faith, firm hope, and burning love,
complete detachment from myself,
contempt of the world,
patience in adversity,
humility in prosperity,
recollection in prayer,
purity of heart,
a right intention in all my works,
diligence in fulfilling the duties
of my state of life,
constancy in my resolutions,
resignation to the will of God
and perseverance in the grace of God even unto death;
that so, by means of your intercession
and your glorious merits,
I may be made worthy to appear
before the Chief and Eternal Shepherd of Souls,
Jesus Christ,
Who with the Father and the Holy Spirit,
lives and reigns forever.
Amen.
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Saint Peter Prayer 4
O Glorious St. Peter,
Because of your vibrant and generous faith,
sincere humility and flaming love
our Lord honored you with singular privileges
and especially leadership of the whole Church.
Obtain for us the grace of a living faith,
a sincere loyalty to the Church,
acceptance of all her teachings,
and obedience to all her precepts.
Let us thus enjoy an undisturbed peace on earth
and everlasting happiness in heaven.
Amen.
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Saint Peter Prayer 5
O God,
who hast given unto Thy blessed Apostle Peter
the keys to thy kingdom of heaven,
and the power to bind and loose:
grant that we may be delivered,
through the help of his intercession,
from the slavery to all our sins:
Who livest and reignest world without end.
Amen.
