Grace before Meals
Bless us, O Lord, and these thy gifts which we are about to receive from thy bounty. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
Many families that have lost a loved one add the following verse: May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Grace at Table
God of all goodness, through the breaking of bread together you strengthen the bonds that unite us in love. Bless + us and these your gifts. Grant that as we sit down together at table in joy and sincerity, we may grow always closer in the bonds of love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. R. Amen. May your gifts refresh us, O Lord, and your grace give us strength. R. Amen.
Prayer After Meals
We give you thanks for all your gifts, almighty God, living and reigning now and forever. Amen.
Thanksgiving After Meals
Lord, give all people the food they need, so that they may join us in giving you thanks. R. Amen. When members of the household are absent, the leader concludes: May God be with us and with N. (and N.) R. Amen.
Thanksgiving After a Meal
We give you thanks, O Lord, for all the graces and benefits we have received from your bounty. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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