Loving Father, your Son, Jesus, was led by the Holy Spirit into the desert where he fasted for 40 days and 40 nights. There, he learned to rely on you and not on bread alone.
May the same Holy Spirit guide me as I enter into this experience of fasting.
May this fast remind me of my complete dependence on you and your grace.
May it unite me in solidarity with those who suffer from hunger each and every day and lead me to share what I have with others.
May each grumble of my stomach be a sacramental for me—a reminder of my hunger for you and of how you satisfy that hunger.
May the discipline of fasting help me to grow in patience, humility, generosity, and compassion.
On this day, I offer my fast for the intention of ___________________________________________.
Be with me now, as I walk away from this meal and, when the time is right, guide me back to this table in good health of mind, body, and spirit, and with increased gratitude for your abundant blessings.
In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
—Joe Paprocki, DMin
thanks for such a beautiful fasting prayer. I’ve shared it with 2 friends already.
God bless you,
Remy
Thanks, Remy. I’m glad you’ve found it enriching and I appreciate you sharing it with others.
I heard you on Relevant Radio this morning and went to your website as soon as I got out of the car. Thank you so much for this beautiful prayer. It will make my fasting so much more focused and meaningful. I hope to share it with others.
May your Lenten Season be rich in graces.
Arlyss
Arlyss, it’s good to know someone was listening! 🙂 Glad that the prayer will enhance your fasting experience.
Joe,
Thanks for sharing this prayer with us….each time my stomach rumbles it reminds me that I am doing this not for myself but Jesus.
Carina
Joe, I was looking for a fasting prayer and I found yours. It is very good.
Thanks
Thank you so much I will be returning to your page for ideas for my classes.
Again Thanks