Litany of the Saints Short Form with a Prayer for Their Company
Calling on heaven's friends to pray with us and for us
Morning Prayer editorial team · Updated: November 2026
The Litany of the Saints is sung at baptisms, ordinations, and the Easter Vigil. This short form can be prayed alone or with family: say each name and answer, pray for us. Then add the closing prayer.
Let us pray
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us. Saint Michael, pray for us. Holy angels of God, pray for us. Saint John the Baptist, pray for us. Saint Joseph, pray for us. Saint Peter and Saint Paul, pray for us. Saint Andrew, pray for us. Saint John, pray for us. Saint Mary Magdalene, pray for us. Saint Stephen, pray for us. Saint Lawrence, pray for us. Saint Perpetua and Saint Felicity, pray for us. Saint Agnes, pray for us. Saint Gregory, pray for us. Saint Augustine, pray for us. Saint Benedict, pray for us. Saint Francis and Saint Dominic, pray for us. Saint Catherine of Siena, pray for us. Saint Teresa of Jesus, pray for us. All holy men and women, saints of God, pray for us.
Lord, be merciful. Lord, save Your people. From all evil, Lord, save Your people. From every sin, Lord, save Your people. From everlasting death, Lord, save Your people. By Your death and rising to new life, Lord, save Your people. Christ, hear us. Lord Jesus, hear our prayer.
Lord God, I am not alone. Around me stands a great cloud of witnesses: fishermen and scholars, mothers and martyrs, kings and beggars, who loved You in their own time and now see You face to face. I ask them to pray for me today, for my family, and for the intention I carry in my heart. Let their courage shame my fear and their holiness draw me higher. Grant that I may one day join their company and praise You with them forever. Amen.
Blessing
May all the saints of God pray for you, and may you one day stand among them in glory.
How to pray this prayer
- Find a quiet moment and breathe slowly.
- Read the prayer aloud or in your heart.
- Add your own intention before the Amen.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Litany of the Saints prayed?
At the Easter Vigil before baptisms, at ordinations and religious professions, at the dedication of churches, and on All Saints Day. It can also be prayed privately at any time.
Can I add my own patron saints to the litany?
Yes. The litany has always been adaptable. Add your baptismal patron, your parish's patron, or a saint you love after the traditional names, and respond pray for us.
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