Core Prayer

Hail Mary

The Hail Mary with a Catholic reflection on the Incarnation, grace, and Mary's intercession.

The Hail Mary joins the words of scripture with a direct request for the Blessed Virgin Mary to pray for sinners now and at the hour of death.

Prayer

Hail Mary, full of grace,

the Lord is with thee.

Blessed art thou among women,

and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God,

pray for us sinners,

now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

The Hail Mary helps Catholics remain close to Christ through Mary and ask for help in ordinary life and at the hour of death.