In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Apostles Creed Prayer
Introduction
The Apostles Creed prayer is one of the oldest and most treasured professions of faith in the Catholic Church. It expresses the core truths handed down from the apostles and unites believers across generations. Praying the Creed is not only a statement of belief—it is an act of trust, surrender, and belonging to the Church Christ founded.
Scripture Foundation
“For one believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved.”
Romans 10:10 (NABRE)
“You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Matthew 16:16 (RSV-CE)
“This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.”
John 6:29 (NRSV-CE)
“I believe; help my unbelief!”
Mark 9:24 (RSV-CE)
Catholic Reflection
For Catholics, the Apostles Creed summarizes the essential truths of the faith. It affirms belief in God the Father, Jesus Christ His Son, the Holy Spirit, the Church, forgiveness, resurrection, and eternal life. The Apostles Creed prayer has been prayed by the faithful for centuries in daily devotion, sacramental preparation, and liturgical worship.
This prayer is not merely a list of doctrines. It is a personal commitment to the God who reveals Himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Praying the Creed renews the foundation of faith, strengthens identity as a Christian, and reminds you of the saving work of Christ. It connects the believer to the early Church, to the saints, and to all who profess the same truth today.
When prayed with intention, the Creed becomes a moment of renewal—a reminder of what you believe, why you believe, and whom you belong to. It is both a prayer and a proclamation, grounding your spiritual life in the unchanging truth of the Gospel.
Main Catholic Prayer
God our Father,
I come before You with a desire to affirm my faith with devotion and sincerity.
Through Jesus Christ, Your Son, You have revealed the fullness of truth and opened the way of salvation.
Send forth the Holy Spirit to deepen my understanding, strengthen my belief, and guide my heart into greater fidelity.
With the Church throughout the world, I pray:
I believe in God,
the Father almighty,
Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died and was buried;
He descended into hell;
on the third day He rose again from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty;
from there He will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting. Amen.
Lord, through this profession of faith, deepen my trust, renew my hope, and strengthen my love.
May this Creed shape my thoughts, guide my choices, and anchor my soul in Your truth.
Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for me as I grow in faith.
Saint Peter and all apostles, strengthen my fidelity to Christ.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Catholic Devotional Addition
Act of Faith
“O my God, I firmly believe all the truths that the holy Catholic Church teaches, because You have revealed them, who can neither deceive nor be deceived.”
Closing Blessing
May Almighty God bless you, the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen