Prayer Library

Orthodox Prayers for Every Hour and Need

Morning and evening prayers, intercessions for anxiety or protection, and reverent excerpts from akathists are collected here with pastoral notes. Each prayer links to its own page and into the Athon app for a deeper catalogue of Orthodox devotion.

Morning prayers

Begin the day with thanksgiving and dedication to Christ.

2 prayers

Consecrating the day to the Lord with thanksgiving and resolve.

Morning Offering to Christ

Giving thanks for waking and asking for the light of Christ to illumine the heart.

First Light Thanksgiving

Evening prayers

Close the day with repentance, gratitude, and peace.

2 prayers

Reviewing the day with repentance and hope before sleep.

Evening Examen with Psalm 140

Joining the Church’s ancient hymn of light when the lamps are kindled.

Prayer at the Evening Lamp-Lighting

Prayers for anxiety

Entrust worry to Christ and breathe His mercy.

3 prayers

Entrusting anxious thoughts to Christ, the Prince of Peace.

Prayer for Peace in a Troubled Heart

Invoking the Theotokos and angels to surround the heart with calm trust.

Quiet the Storm of Anxiety

Breathing the Jesus Prayer when words feel heavy.

Lord, Have Mercy (Kyrie eleison)

Prayers for protection

Call on the Lord and His angels for shelter.

2 prayers

Asking God to encircle the home and heart with angelic defense.

Prayer for Protection from Seen and Unseen Enemies

Petitioning for safeguarding during travel and daily duties.

Shield Us, O God

Prayer before sleep

Commend body and soul to God through the night.

2 prayers

Surrendering the night to God and seeking forgiveness.

Prayer Before Sleep

Entrusting loved ones and labors to God as the day closes.

Nightly Committal to Christ

Prayer to the Theotokos

Seek the swift aid of the Mother of God.

2 prayers

Seeking the protection and intercession of the Mother of God.

Prayer to the Theotokos for Help

Asking the Mother of God to soften resentments and reconcile hearts.

Hymn to the Theotokos, Soften Our Evil Hearts

Prayer to your guardian angel

Remember the unseen companion who guards your steps.

1 prayers

Inviting the guardian angel’s guidance throughout the day.

Prayer to Your Guardian Angel

Akathists and canons

Stand and sing excerpts from beloved hymnographic treasures.

2 prayers

Standing prayer that magnifies the Mother of God with joyful salutations.

Akathist to the Theotokos (Excerpt)

Shortened canon inviting tears of compunction.

Canon of Repentance (Excerpt)