Prayer Before Voting on Election Day
Today, November 3, 2026, is Election Day in the United States. Catholics are called to take part in public life as faithful citizens, forming their consciences by the Gospel and the teaching of the Church, and voting for the common good. This original prayer is not for any party or candidate. It asks the Holy Spirit for a well-formed conscience, for wise and honest leaders, and for peace and kindness in our communities whatever the results. Pray it before you vote, and for the country tonight.
The Prayer
Lord God, Ruler of all nations, every authority on earth is under Your authority, and every human life bears Your image. Today I come before You as a citizen and as Your child. Send Your Holy Spirit to enlighten my mind and conscience, so that I may choose according to Your truth and not my passing moods. Help me to weigh what truly matters: the dignity of every human person, from conception to natural death; the good of families; justice for the poor and the stranger; freedom to worship You; and peace. Bless all who hold or seek public office with honesty, wisdom, and courage. Protect those who work at the polls and keep our elections fair and peaceful. Whatever the outcome, keep me from anger and contempt. Help me to speak with respect to those who disagree with me, to pray for all our leaders, and to remember that my true citizenship is in heaven. St. Thomas More, the king's good servant but God's first, pray for us. Amen.
Tonight, pray one Hail Mary for the winners and one for those who lost.
About this prayer: This is an original prayer written for Daily Catholic Prayers. It is not a traditional text and is not attributed to any saint. You are welcome to pray it and share it.
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