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Prayer of St. Richard of Chichester

This prayer is traditionally attributed to Saint Richard, the thirteenth-century Bishop of Chichester in England. Its words are associated with a prayer he offered shortly before his death in 1253. Saint Richard gives thanks to Christ for His blessings and for the sufferings He endured for our salvation. The closing petition asks for the grace to know, love, and follow Jesus more faithfully each day. Catholics often pray it as a morning offering, after receiving Holy Communion, or during personal prayer. Its simple petitions express the daily growth in friendship with Christ that lies at the heart of Christian discipleship.

Thanks be to Thee, my Lord Jesus Christ, for all the benefits Thou hast given me, for all the pains and insults Thou hast borne for me. O most merciful Redeemer, Friend, and Brother, may I know Thee more clearly, love Thee more dearly, and follow Thee more nearly, day by day. Amen.

When to pray it: Pray this in the morning, after Holy Communion, or whenever asking for grace to follow Christ more faithfully.

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