Prayer After Holy Communion
This prayer after Holy Communion is a thanksgiving for having received Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The moments after Communion are among the most intimate in the spiritual life—when Christ dwells physically within you. This prayer helps you make the most of this sacred time of union with God.
✝Prayer Text
Lord Jesus Christ, I thank You for coming to me in Holy Communion. You, the King of kings and Lord of lords, have humbled Yourself to dwell within me. I adore You present within my heart. I love You above all things. Never let me be separated from You. May this Holy Communion transform me. May Your Body strengthen my body. May Your Blood purify my soul. May Your presence fill me with grace and set my heart on fire with love. Lord, I ask You: heal what is wounded in me, strengthen what is weak, purify what is sinful, and warm what is cold. Stay with me, Lord. You know how easily I wander from You. Keep me close to Your Sacred Heart today and every day until I see You face to face in Your eternal kingdom. Amen. (Prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas after Communion:) I give You thanks, Lord, holy Father, almighty and eternal God, who have been pleased to nourish me, a sinner, Your unworthy servant, with the precious Body and Blood of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. I pray that this Holy Communion may not bring me condemnation and punishment but forgiveness and salvation. Amen.
⏰When to Pray
Pray immediately after receiving Holy Communion, returning to your pew in silence. Spend at least 5-10 minutes in thanksgiving. This is one of the most precious moments of prayer—do not rush it. Remain in prayerful silence even after Mass ends if possible.
📖How to Pray
After receiving Communion, return to your pew, kneel, close your eyes, and be present with Jesus who is now within you. Speak to Him heart to heart. Use this prayer or simply talk to Him in your own words. This is the time to bring your deepest needs, gratitude, and love to the Lord.
📜Related Scripture
John 6:56
“Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.”
Galatians 2:20
“I live, no longer I, but Christ lives in me; insofar as I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God who has loved me and given himself up for me.”
Luke 24:29
“Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.”
📚History & Background
The tradition of post-Communion thanksgiving is emphasized by the saints. St. Teresa of Ávila said: "After receiving Communion, do not miss so good an occasion of negotiating with God." St. Thomas Aquinas composed one of the most famous thanksgiving prayers. The Church recommends spending time in silent prayer after receiving.
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