Every Catholic man should end his day with evening prayer to give thanks, examine his conscience, confess his sins, and entrust himself to God’s mercy. The Every Catholic Man Evening Prayer draws from traditional Catholic prayers and offers a solid structure that a man can adapt to his needs. Pray slowly and deliberately, pausing to reflect on any words, sins, or intentions that stand out, especially during the Examination of Conscience. Add to the prayer spontaneously as you are moved to do so. Record your sins and intentions in a journal or planner to help you prepare for the next time you receive the Sacrament of Penance and follow through on your resolutions to grow in holiness.
Every Catholic Man Evening Prayer
In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
I fall before You, my God, and praise You from the depth of my soul:
God the Almighty Father, Creator of all things, I cry out to You in praise.
Jesus Christ, Savior of Man…
Holy Spirit, Giver of Gifts and Fruits…
For the blessings You have given me today…I thank you, my Lord and my God.
For allowing me to live another day…
For Your Presence, protection, and guidance…
For the saving sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the Cross…
For hearing and responding to my prayers, especially ______________________________…
For Your Holy Catholic Church, my parish, and my Catholic brothers…
For the opportunity to receive the Sacraments of Penance and the Eucharist…
For guiding me through Holy Scripture…
For the Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit…
For the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Joseph…
For the protection of my Guardian Angel…
For defending me against the Evil one and his demons…
For the mission and work You called me to…
For the privilege to be a Catholic Son and Catholic Father…
For every good work You did through me…
For helping me grow in Virtue and battle Sin and Vice…
For helping me, especially in my battle against the sin of ______________________________ …
For helping me endure my trials and carry my little cross…
For my beloved [wife, children, grandchildren], family, friends, and all those You placed in my life…
For the peace, joy, and happiness You have given me…
For the comforts and pleasures of this day…
For the special blessing of this day ______________________ …
[Perform a short Examination of Conscience]
Most Blessed Trinity, God of Truth, Mercy, and Justice, have mercy on me, a poor sinner.
For my many failures to love You with my whole heart, soul, mind, and strength…
For my failures to love others as You have loved me…
For all my sins today, especially __________________________ …
O my God, I am truly sorry for my sins because they are evil, offend You, and hurt me and others. I resolve, with the help of Your grace, to zealously resist sin and avoid all the near occasions of sin.
Blessed Trinity, I bring these petitions to You. Lord, hear my prayer:
Help me to heal of any spiritual, mental, emotional, or physical ailment, especially __________________________…
For Your help in my personal struggles, including _______________________________ …
For these other needs ______________________________________…
For the particular suffering souls I pray for tonight ______________________________ …
For each member of my family to become a zealous Catholic and a Saint, especially _________________…
For Your Church, that You deliver her from evil and strengthen her to do Your Will…
For all the suffering souls around the world…
For the conversion of every soul to Your Holy Catholic Church…
That You grant Indulgences for my good works for the suffering souls in Purgatory…
Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Heaven, pray for me.
St. Joseph, Patron of the Church, Fathers, and Families…
All the Angels, Apostles, and Saints in Heaven…
My Patron Saints ___________________________________ …
My Guardian Angel…
Blessed Trinity, watch over me and my loved ones as we sleep, and grant us holy dreams and blessed rest.
Help me rise tomorrow ready to love You and fulfill my mission as a Catholic man.
In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.