35 Best Catholic Prayers for 3rd Graders: Full Prayers and Reflections

Teaching 3rd graders to pray is a beautiful way to nurture their faith in a simple, heartfelt manner. These prayers, stories, and reflections are crafted to be age-appropriate, engaging, and meaningful for young Catholics, encouraging a lifelong relationship with God.

35 Full Catholic Prayers for 3rd Graders

Dear God, thank You for loving me and keeping me safe today.
Jesus, help me to be kind to my friends and family.
Holy Spirit, guide me to do what is right at school and home.
Blessed Mother Mary, watch over me like my own mommy does.
Dear God, please bless my parents, teachers, and everyone I love.
Jesus, thank You for being my best friend who never leaves me.
Guardian Angel, stay by my side and protect me all day long.
God, help me to say sorry when I make mistakes.
Dear Lord, thank You for the food I eat and the home I live in.
Jesus, teach me to share with others and be generous.
Holy Mary, pray for me to grow strong in faith and love.
God, please help people who are sick or sad today.
Dear Jesus, I want to follow You and make You happy.
Lord, give me courage when I’m scared or nervous.
Blessed Mother, hold my hand when I pray to your Son, Jesus.
God, thank You for making the world so beautiful.
Jesus, help me to listen to my teachers and parents.
Holy Spirit, fill my heart with joy and peace.
Dear God, I love You with all my heart, now and forever.
Guardian Angel, help me make good choices every day.
Lord, bless my brothers and sisters and keep them safe.
Jesus, thank You for dying on the cross to save me.
Mary, Queen of Heaven, pray for me to be a good child.
God, help me to tell the truth, even when it’s hard.
Dear Lord, thank You for my friends who play and pray with me.
Jesus, be with me when I go to church and pray.
Holy Spirit, help me to learn about God at school.
Blessed Mother, teach me to love Jesus like you do.
God, thank You for my pets and all the animals You made.
Guardian Angel, watch over me when I sleep tonight.
Lord, help me to forgive others when they hurt me.
Jesus, I want to shine Your light wherever I go.
Dear God, bless the poor and give them what they need.
Holy Mary, pray for me to be holy like you.
God, thank You for my life and everything You give me.

7 Real Life Stories and Bible Stories

Real Life: Emma’s Prayer for Her Dog – Emma, a 3rd grader from Ohio, prayed every night for her sick dog, Max. One day, Max got better, and Emma thanked Jesus at her school Mass.
Bible Story: Jesus Blesses the Children (Mark 10:13-16) – Jesus welcomed little children, saying, “Let the children come to me.” This shows kids that Jesus loves their prayers.
Real Life: Carlos’ Kindness – Carlos, a 3rd grader from Mexico, shared his lunch with a classmate who forgot his. He prayed to Jesus for courage to be kind, and his teacher praised him.
Bible Story: David and Goliath (1 Samuel 17) – Young David trusted God to defeat the giant Goliath with a sling. This teaches kids to pray for bravery.
Real Life: Sophia’s Rosary – Sophia, an 8-year-old from the Philippines, learned the Rosary at school. She prayed it for her grandma, who felt better after surgery.
Bible Story: The Boy with Loaves and Fish (John 6:1-14) – A boy gave Jesus five loaves and two fish, which fed thousands. This shows kids that their small gifts matter to God.
Real Life: Liam’s Confession – Liam, a 3rd grader from Ireland, was scared to go to confession but prayed to Mary for help. He felt happy after saying sorry to Jesus.

7 Comments By People

“My son loves praying to his guardian angel before bed. It calms him.” – Maria, 34, Texas.
“Teaching 3rd graders the Our Father is so special. They say it with such joy!” – Sister Clare, 50, Illinois.
“My daughter prays for her classmates. It’s amazing how kids trust God.” – Juan, 40, Colombia.
“The Hail Mary is my nephew’s favorite. He says it every day.
“Kids’ prayers are so honest. My student prayed for rain, and it poured!” – Teacher Anna, 29, Nigeria.
“My son learned the Glory Be at school. He sings it at home!” – Patrick, 38, Australia.
“Praying with 3rd graders reminds me how simple faith can be.” – Father Daniel, 45, Italy.

10 Bible Verses

Psalm 56:3 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” (Kids can trust God when scared.)
Matthew 19:14 – “Let the little children come to me…” (Jesus loves children’s prayers.)
Proverbs 3:5 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” (God guides kids who trust Him.)
John 15:12 – “Love one another as I have loved you.” (Jesus teaches kids to be kind.)
Psalm 23:1 – “The Lord my is my shepherd…” (God cares for kids like a shepherd.)
Luke 11:1 – “Lord, teach us to pray…” (Kids can ask Jesus to pray.)
Colossians 3:2 – “Set your minds on things that are above…” (Kids can think about God.)
Psalm 100:5 – “The Lord is good; his love endures forever…” (God’s love lasts forever.)
Matthew 5:16 – “Let your light shine before others…” (Kids can do good deeds to shine.)
**1 John 4:19 – “We love because he first loved us…” (God’s love inspires kids to love.)

3 Stories of Random Catholic Saints (Related to Children/Faith)

St. Dominic Savio (1842–1857) – Dominic, a young boy from Italy, loved Jesus and prayed daily. He helped his friends avoid fights at school, teaching 3rd graders to be peacemakers.
St. Bernadette Soubirous (1844–1879) – Bernadette, a poor girl from France, saw Mary at Lourdes. Her simple trust in God inspires kids to pray with faith.
St. John Bosco (1815–1888) – John Bosco, an Italian priest, cared for poor boys, teaching them to pray and work hard. His His fun way of sharing faith encourages kids to love Jesus.

5 Stories of Jesus Christ Encounter With People (Relevant to Children)

Jesus Blesses Children (Mark 10:13-16) – Jesus hugged children and blessed them, showing 3rd graders He loves them.
The Feeding of the 5000 (John 6:1-14) – A boy shared his bread and fish, and Jesus fed thousands. Kids learn to share with Jesus.
Jesus and Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10) – Jesus called Zacchaeus down from a tree and visited him. his house, teaching kids Jesus seeks them out.
Jesus Calms the Storm (Mark 4:35-41) – Jesus stopped a scary storm, helping kids pray when they’re afraid.
The Lost Sheep (Luke 15:3-7) – Jesus told about a shepherd finding a lost sheep, showing kids He cares for them.

10 Prayer Prophetic Declarations for 3rd Graders

Your prayers will make You Jesus happy and bring you closer to Him.
God will help you be brave and kind every day at school.
Your heart will shine with love for Jesus and others.
The Lord will protect you and your family always. always.
You will grow strong in faith, like a tree by the water.
Jesus will guide your words to be gentle and true.
Your prayers will help your friends know God’s love.
God will give you joy to share with everyone you meet.
You will learn more about Jesus and love Him more.
Your guardian angel will watch over you day and night.

10 Prayer Points for 3rd Graders

Thank God for loving you and keeping Jesus as your friend.
Pray for your parents and teachers to be happy and safe.
Ask Jesus to help you be kind to everyone at school.
Say sorry to God for any mistakes you made today.
Pray for friends who are sad or need help.
Ask your guardian angel to protect you all day.
Thank God for your home, food, and toys.
Pray to Mary to help you love Jesus more.
Ask for courage to do hard things at school.
Praise God for making you special and loved.

Meditation Writeup: Talking to Jesus to Like a Friend

Meditation for 3rd Graders

Find a cozy spot, maybe with a picture of Jesus or a little candle (with a grown-up’s help). Sit crisscross, close your eyes, and take a big breath.

Say Hi to Jesus: Picture Jesus sitting with you, smiling like a best friend. Say, “Hi, Jesus, I love You!” Think about how He loves you so much, just like your mom or dad.

Thank You Time: Tell Jesus thank you for something fun, like playing with friends or eating ice cream. Think of one happy thing from today and smile.

Share Your Heart: Tell Jesus what’s in your heart. Maybe you’re excited, scared, or sad. He listens to everything, like when you talk to your best friend. Ask Him to help you be kind or brave.

Listen Quietly: Be quiet for a little bit and imagine Jesus hugging you. He might give you a happy feeling in your heart. That’s His way of saying, “I’m here!”

Say Bye for Now: Say, “Thank you, Jesus, for being my friend. I’ll talk to you again soon.” Open your eyes and feel happy knowing Jesus is always with you.

Amen.

This meditation helps you talk to Jesus like a friend, making prayer fun and special for your heart.