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Meal Prayers

Prayer After Meals

A brief thanksgiving offered after eating.

Prayer Text

We give thee thanks for all thy benefits, almighty God, who livest and reignest world without end. Amen.

May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

How To Pray This

This prayer is a simple way to close a meal with gratitude rather than hurry away from the table.

  1. Pray it once the meal is finished and the table grows quiet.
  2. Offer genuine thanksgiving and remember the faithful departed if you use the second line.

Prayer FAQs

Do Catholics thank God after meals too?
Yes. Giving thanks after a meal continues the spirit of gratitude and acknowledges God's ongoing care.
Is the prayer for the faithful departed always included?
It is often added, but families and individuals may choose how much of the tradition they use.