Evening prayer

A short prayer to end the day in peace. Pray it in bed, or together with your family before everyone goes to sleep.

Lord, at the end of this day I come back to you. Thank you for everything that went well, for the people who were kind to me and for the strength you gave me.

Forgive me for what I did wrong today, for impatient words and for the good I failed to do. Help me also to forgive those who hurt me.

I place in your hands everything that is still unfinished: the worries, the problems and the plans for tomorrow. I do not need to carry them through the night.

Watch over my home and my family while we sleep. Comfort those who are sick, alone or awake with sadness tonight.

Give me a peaceful sleep and wake me tomorrow with a grateful heart. Into your hands I commit my spirit. Amen.

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Frequently asked questions

Why pray before going to sleep?

An evening prayer helps you let go of the day, give thanks, ask forgiveness and rest with a quieter mind. Many people find they sleep better when they hand their worries to God first.

What can I pray with children at night?

Keep it simple: thank God for one good thing from the day, ask him to bless the family and end with an Our Father. Children love a short routine they can repeat.