Mother’s day prayers

a mum with her two daughters, flowers and cupcakes celebrating Mother's day.
Pelena Cosme


Digital Content Producer


Read our collection of prayers for mothers on Mother’s day to inspire you this March. 

Mother’s Day is an incredible time to honour the amazing mothers in your life. Grandmothers, godmothers, aunts and all special mother figures. Use these Mother’s Day prayers to write cards and when giving gifts to show how much you appreciate all the inspirational figures.

These Mother’s Day prayers can be read alone or given to your mum or the special mother figure as you celebrate motherhood and the gift of mothers.

Prayers for a pregnant mother

Lord, I lift up all pregnant first time mothers right now. Jesus I thank you for the gift of motherhood. I ask that you strengthen them and give them peace. Lord God, still any fears or worries, and give them faith in your ability to keep them and their baby throughout this season. I pray that they will give birth like the Hebrew women in Exodus. Surround them with caring doctors and medical professionals. God, remind your precious daughters that you already know the child in them, and that your plans for the child and mother are good and pure. Be glorified in both of them. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

God, we pray for a pregnant mother. We thank you for their life and that they carry a special gift from you. We know from your word that children are a heritage and reward from you, so we praise you for this incredible gift. Lord, we pray that you give all pregnant mothers all they need to raise the child in their womb, supply all their needs, strengthen them and give them grace. Watch over mother and baby, we ask O Lord and bless them both. Amen.

Prayers for motherhood

Heavenly Father, we thank you for the gift of motherhood, we thank you for the gift of life. Lord God, I present all mothers before you, give them grace and favour as they help raise their children into adults. Give them wisdom, knowledge and understanding, lead them by your Holy Spirit we pray. Amen.

Father God, I pray for all who are asking for the gift of motherhood. We know that nothing is impossible with you. Whatever has happened already, I pray that they will not lose hope that you are able to do exceedingly, and abundantly above all we could ever ask or think according to the power at work within us. Comfort them Jesus and show them grace for you love them so much. Amen.

Prayer for mothers on Mother’s Day

Heavenly Father, I pray for every mother around the world. Lord, I give you praise for the gift of motherhood and I pray that each mother would feel your love and grace as they serve their children and families. Father for all those who are asking you to become a mother, answer them and give them their hearts’ desire. Thank you for all you do and for the love you have towards women and mothers. Amen.

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. 

Psalm 139:14
An image of a vase of flowers, mother's day card and a Bible

Mothering Sunday prayers

Lord, on this Mothering Sunday, we dedicate all mothers to you. Father, thank you for the grace to raise children, we know that though it is rewarding — it is not easy. Lord God thank you for always being beside mothers, giving them guidance from your Holy Spirit and demonstrating your great love for them. We pray that today all mothers will feel valued, appreciated and loved. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Dear God, I thank you for this Mothering Sunday. I pray that all children for all ages will help their mums feel extra special today. Encourage them to show their mothers their gratitude for all she does. May all families today celebrate the gift of motherhood. Amen.

Prayers for a passing mother

Dear God, I pray for all your children who have lost their mother. Lord, I pray that you comfort them especially during this season where their loss is heightened with the reminders of those celebrating Mother’s Day. Jesus, you help the broken-hearted, you care for those who are missing their irreplaceable mothers. Your word says blessed are they that mourn, for they will be comforted. They are comforted by you O Lord. So bless and strengthen them today, and fill them with joyful memories and give them reasons to smile despite the pain. Amen.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 

Matthew 5:4

God, today we remember all those who have lost their mums recently, and this may be their first Mother’s Day without their beloved mum. Jesus you have compassion on them, you know how it feels to go through great pain. Today, we ask that you give them a special strength to get through the day and the reminders that their mothers are no longer here. Jesus, remind them of the love you have for them, comfort them by your Holy Spirit and continue to remain ever so close to them. Amen.

A prayer for mum in heaven

Father, we say a prayer for those whose mum is in heaven with you. Comfort the children and families left behind who are missing their mum. Lord, wipe away their tears from their eyes and surround them with your love and presence. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Happy Mother’s Day prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for Mother’s Day. A day dedicated to celebrating motherhood around the world. Father, we thank you for equipping mothers to be a blessing to their children, husbands, extended families and communities. We thank you for selflessness, for love and for strength. Lord, we recognise all that they do and we bless you for raising mothers who stand for their families and give so much. We pray this happy Mother’s Day prayer asking that today they feel appreciated and know how much they are loved by you and their families. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her. 

Proverbs 31:28
A mother, father, two sons and daughter sitting down in a park

Happy Mother’s Day blessings

Father, we say a Mother’s Day blessing for all mothers today. Bless them in the morning and bless them in the evening. Bless the works of their hands and bless them with more strength. Bless them outside their homes and bless them inside their homes. Bless their coming in and bless their going out. Bless them with safety and bless them with security. Bless them with creativity and bless with them great ideas for their entire family. Bless their families and bless their friends, bless their bodies and bless their minds. Bless all mothers with peace and bless them with long life. Bless all that concerns them. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Healing prayers for mum

Heavenly Father, I pray for all mothers today who are asking for healing. I lift them up before you gracious God, and ask you to heal them in your mercy and in your love. I thank you because there is nothing too hard for you, God. Heal mums right now who need your special touch Father. Those who need healing for back pain, or long term illnesses, whatever is causing them pain and discomfort, Jesus have your way in them, for you love them like no other. Surround them with wise doctors, may they experience compassion and not lose hope. Amen.

Lord, for the mum experiencing pain and illness, we remember her and ask that your presence will surround her, comfort her and ease the pain. Remind her of your love and that you will never leave nor forsake her even in these moments. Strengthen her body and mind to withstand the pain and continue to show your daughter grace and mercy. Heal her O Lord for we know that you are able. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Prayer for a mothers strength

God, we pray for a mother’s strength, we pray that her strength will not fail her, but that she will increase in strength and grow in every area of her life. Bless her with physical strength to perform the daily tasks for her children and family. Give her mental strength also — give her the mind of Christ as she makes decisions concerning her children. Remind her that she can do all things through Christ who strengthens her as she remains content and grateful with all that you have done for her. Amen.

Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. 

Psalm 127:3
A mum and her son looking at tulips

Prayer for mother-in-law

Lord, we pray for each and every mother-in-law. We thank you for their lives and the grace you have given them. Father, we pray for good relationships, we pray for peace and love. We pray for their health and well-being. Continue to strengthen them and cause them to feel loved and valued today. Amen.

Prayer for new mum

Dear God, we pray for a new mum. Thank you for the grace to hold her precious child. God as she recovers and embarks on this chapter of motherhood, surround her with a supportive community of friends and family. Lord, supply all her needs and may her baby not lack anything. Lord, reassure her that you have her future and that of her child in your mighty hands. Whenever she feels unsure or overwhelmed, Lord may she look to you for guidance and grace, knowing that you are always there for her. Amen.

…but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. 

Isaiah 40:31

Mother’s Day prayer for sister

God, I thank you for my sister and celebrate Mother’s Day for her. I thank you for helping her raise child/​children. Lord, continue to give her wisdom and direction. Thank you for her dedication, resilience and strength — she is a blessing to her family. Today, I ask that you continue to bless her with all she needs. I hope she gets more moments to rest and recharge. I am so grateful for all she does. Amen.

A Mother's day card, purple flowers, small gift and macarons.

Mother’s Day prayer poem

Lord, I thank you for my mother’s touch and my mother’s embrace,

For the way my heart rests when I see her face. 

You surround her with a force of blessing so strong,

Her power is in her kindness and her love is long.

You provide her with wisdom to council me right,

I recall her strength from many a night.

From a baby until now, her love is steadfast,

I’m honoured to be hers and to proclaim it proud at last.

She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. 

Proverbs 31:25
Two grandmothers sitting on a brown sofa with their arms open wide

Mother’s Day prayers for all types of mothers

Lord, bless all types of mothers today. Grandmothers, aunts, cousins who have taken on the role of mother for children and adults across the world. We know that family circumstances and dynamics may be different, but we ask that your love would be the common thread in all families. We pray for homes filled with peace with families that forgive. Lord help us all love despite all challenges we may face. This Mother’s Day help us let us love one another, for we know that love comes from you God. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

God, I pray for those who have difficult relationships with their mums and find this day hurtful. Lord Jesus, restore hope and let them know that if they are willing along with their mum, one day things can improve. Until then, God, we remember them and ask for you to grant them strength. Amen.

Prayer for single dads

Lord, we remember dads who are raising children alone. Father, whatever the circumstance may be, you know them by name and know their situation. Today may be a difficult day for fathers and their children, so Lord we pray for strength, for grace and for peace. God, may the love that they have for one another be a source of comfort and may know how deep your love for them is. Amen.

Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 

Proverbs 16:24

Bible verse Mother’s Day prayers

Lord in your wisdom, you gave us this bible verse, honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.’ (Exodus 20:12) God we know that only you are perfect so help us honour this verse. I pray for those who need grace to apply this verse because for one reason or another things are difficult. Lord, we know you are full of mercy and will help us. Amen. 

Heavenly Father, we remember this verse from your word in Psalm 139:13 for you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.’ Thank you, Lord, for being the author of life. Thank you for forming me in my mother’s womb. Thank you for the strength and grace you gave my mother to give birth to me. Lord, things may not be perfect but I am grateful for life, for the opportunity to live, and move and have my very being in you. Amen.

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