Prayers for Easter

These prayers can be read alone as part of your Easter reflections or with your loved ones to help you meditate on the message of the cross of Christ.

Dear God, thank you so much for bringing Jesus into the earth to be born and to die for my sins. Thank you Lord Jesus for that act of sacrifice. I now know that through you, I have the hope of your glory in my life. Thank you for your kindness and tender mercies. You are faithful and love me with unconditional love. Amen

God, as we gather together for this Easter meal, we say thank you for the cross of Christ. Thank you that through Jesus we are brought into your family and the hope of eternal joy one day. Help us enjoy this wonderful time as we bond over food, love and your ultimate sacrifice. Amen 

Father God, we thank you for bringing us together to share this Easter meal. Lord, we are grateful for your provision, so we give you thanks and praise. We remember those who are looking to you for food and shelter and ask that you graciously answer their prayers as you have ours. Be in our midst as we lift up your son and say thank you for your generosity and grace. Amen

Bless this meal God, bless all who are here and as we eat this wonderful meal, we thank you for your presence and your provision. Jesus, you gave your life for us, showing us the model to serve one another in your name. Amen

Heavenly Father, we give you all the glory and all the honour for this time in remembering your son Jesus. Thank you that he is the lamb that was slain for the world. We thank you that through your act of kindness, we are able to share in your love. Amen

God, we thank you for Jesus. We are grateful that we are recipients of your grace and mercy. This Easter we reflect over your ultimate sacrifice, the laying down of your life only to receive it again. Thank you for being our Lord and Saviour and showing us your constant love. Amen

Father, early I rise to give you thanks and praise. For this Easter morning, I am grateful for your great love towards me and those around me. Help me remember your goodness throughout the day and all that you did for me through your son and Spirit. Amen

Lord, as we partake in your communion and in the breaking of bread and in the drinking of wine, we remember the ultimate price you paid for us. You did this to restore humanity’s connection back to the Father, and we are so grateful. Thank you for your death and resurrection and for showing us that you are a living and active God. In Jesus’ name. Amen

Dear God, thank you for all you do for me. You are full of goodness and grace towards me, I’m so grateful for your deep love for me. This Easter, may I also demonstrate your love by helping others. Direct me to be a blessing to all those around me, spreading the good news of Christ’s resurrection through my actions. Amen

Father, thank you for your divine grace towards me and my family. Help me rest in the fact that you are always with me, ever present in my life and in times of need. I pray that this Easter the whole earth experiences peace and unity as we reflect on the mercy of the cross. In Jesus’ name, Amen

Heavenly Father, I thank you because you are marvellous. You do wondrous acts. Through your precious son, you redeemed me and by your Holy Spirit you lead me in your word. I’m overwhelmed by your love and your son Jesus. I pray that during this time, I extend acts of kindness to all around me. Amen

Lord, continue to be gracious to all. Continue to allow your mercy to spread across the world this Easter. Bless your church as they prepare to welcome those who are curious about your son this Easter. We pray for unity and for your will to be done. May all those entering church for the first time or the first time in a long time feel your love and care for them. Remind us that those who put their trust in you, will not be put to shame. The love you have for us never fails and we thank you for your great love towards us. Amen

God, as I light this candle I recognise you as the light of my life. I am grateful to know you and your son’s love. Father, continue to shine your light on your people and your creation. Continue to bring people together to share in your goodness. Amen

Heavenly Father, as we gather around these candles, we thank you for the light, for your radiance in this place. Thank you that Jesus is the light of the world and that you have caused him to push back against the darkness. Thank you for everything. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Lord God, we lift up the Church up to you. Thank you for using your people to spread your kingdom throughout the earth. Lord be pleased with your people who long to serve you by serving their communities. We pray that during this season they will truly see that by your Spirit their work is impacting lives through your son. Amen

Heavenly Father, I give you all the glory for your Church. It’s your bride whom you love and equip to spread your love to all. I pray during this Easter, your people will be able to find rest and refreshment knowing that they have been working hard to further your kingdom through your son. I thank you for the incredible work that they do so faithfully. Help your Church know they are appreciated and loved by many. In Jesus’ name. Amen

Father, we call upon the prince of peace, the Lord Jesus Christ to keep the whole world in a place of peace despite all these challenges. We know that we find peace in you. A peace beyond understanding, a peace that at times doesn’t make sense to others. This Easter, O King of glory, let peace overtake our fears and our worries. Let peace and faith arise in us anew, and draw us ever close to the prince of peace. Amen

Lord, as I take these precious symbols of your body and blood, I remember you sacrificing your life for me, I remember your words that there is no love greater than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. Lord Jesus, thank you for calling me your friend and laying down your life for me so that I can have communion with you. I am so grateful for your love. Amen

Heavenly Father, as we gather to take this communion, just as you did with your disciples at the last supper, we are moved by this opportunity to unite in you. Thank you for your body and the blood of the new covenant. We do this in remembrance of you, Lord Jesus. Amen

Lord, I thank you for my friends. I pray that they have a wonderful Easter. I hope that they will enjoy the break and keep you in their thoughts as they go about their plans. I thank you for each and every one of them and their families. Bless them this season I pray and grant them their hearts’ desires. In Jesus name. Amen

Father God, I lift up my family to you. Thank you for keeping them and seeing them through life’s great times and times of sadness. God thank you for loving them and being so kind to them. This Easter, I pray that my entire family will truly see just how compassionate and full of tender care you are. Amen

Lord, I thank you for this spring season. Though it can be a struggle to stay on top of things. Things are beginning to look up and I can even see this reflected in nature: the flowers are budding and the sun is shining. I say thank you, Lord, for everything. In Jesus’ name. Amen

God, for growth and for newness in this spring, we say thank you. For hope and new beginnings, Lord, we are grateful. Give us the strength to continue in faith and in confidence that you are with us, moulding us to be more like your son. This spring, we lift up all our worries and needs to you, knowing that you are able to answer and turn things around for our good. Amen

Heavenly Father, you are full of loving kindness and tender mercies, we thank you for nature this season, the budding, the growth, the colours we see out in the world. Help us appreciate that just how you feed the birds in the air and you clothe the lilies in the fields, you do so much for us because we are valuable and beautiful in your sight. Amen 

God, as the children enjoy this Easter season with all the activities and joy it brings, help them see Jesus in between the chocolates and bunnies. May they be reminded of your love for them. Continue to watch over all the children and guide them in your truth. Amen

Father, your word says that children are a gift from you and that the kingdom of heaven belongs to them. God, help us all enable the children around us to know you. Give us wisdom to create a space so that they can explore Jesus’ goodness and draw close to you as they grow. Amen

Jesus, I thank you for dying for me,

on the old cross of Calvary,

Your grace has set me free.

By making your mark in history.

God, you sent your son for humanity

To give us all the hope of eternity

Now we know you are always near

Through your Holy Spirit we see it clear

The power of Christ in his total divinity.

Jesus, I thank you for dying for me,

on the old cross of Calvary,

Your grace has set me free.

By making your mark in history.

• ‘While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, ​“Take and eat; this is my body.” Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, ​“Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.’ Matthew 26:26–28

• ‘But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.’ Isaiah 53:5

• ‘The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, ​“Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!’ John 1:29

• ‘But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.’ Romans 5:9

• ‘If you declare with your mouth, ​“Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.’ Romans 10:9

• ‘I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection…’ Philippians 3:10