Prayer for Employment
On this page, you will find a variety of prayers for employment, including traditional Catholic prayers, general prayers for guidance and wisdom in the job search, and prayers for specific needs such as a breakthrough or financial provision.
How to pray for employment?
Prayers for employment can provide comfort and guidance as we seek to find meaningful work that aligns with our skills and passions. Whether we are looking for our first job, seeking a new opportunity, or facing challenges in our current employment, the power of prayer can help us find the strength and clarity we need to move forward. In these prayers for employment, we ask for guidance on the right path, the courage to pursue our goals, and the blessings of a fulfilling and rewarding career. May these prayers bring you closer to your dream job and help you find the purpose and joy you are seeking in your work.
We will print and place your prayer request on the Stone of Anointing; the place where Christ’ body was laid down after being removed from the crucifix and prepared for burial.
Prayers for Employment
Here are two prayers for employment:
- Dear God, I come to you today with a heavy heart, seeking your guidance and wisdom as I seek employment. I know that you have a plan for my life and that you will provide for all my needs. Please open doors for me to find a job that is fulfilling and meaningful, and that allows me to use my talents and skills to serve others. Help me to have the courage and determination to pursue my dreams, and give me the strength to face any challenges that may come my way. Thank you for your love and support, and for the blessings you have already given me. Amen.
- Dear Lord, I pray for your guidance and direction as I search for employment. I ask for your wisdom in choosing the right job for me, one that will allow me to use my gifts and abilities to serve you and others. Please provide me with the resources and opportunities I need to succeed, and give me the strength and determination to persevere through any difficulties that may come my way. I trust in your plan for my life and know that you are always with me. Thank you for your love and faithfulness. Amen.
St. Joseph Prayer for Employment
Here is a traditional prayer to St. Joseph for employment:
“Glorious St. Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, to you God entrusted the care of his only Son. To you Mary confided the Word made flesh, who came to redeem the world. You watched over Jesus and Mary and protected them with your loving care.
Now I implore you to watch over me and to guide me in my search for employment. Please obtain for me a stable job, with a just employer and fair wages, so that I may provide for my family and contribute to the common good.
Help me to use my skills and talents to serve others and to glorify God in all that I do. St. Joseph, patron of workers, pray for me, that I may find the job that I need. Amen.”
Catholic Prayers for Employment
- “Heavenly Father, I turn to you today with a humble heart, seeking your guidance and provision as I search for employment. I ask for your wisdom and discernment to lead me towards opportunities that align with your will for my life, and for the courage and determination to pursue them.Please bring me a stable job, with a just employer and fair wages, that allows me to provide for my family and contribute to the common good. Help me to use my skills and talents to serve others and to glorify you in all that I do.I trust in your loving care and your promise to provide for all our needs. Thank you for your faithfulness and your blessings. Amen.”
- “Dear St. Joseph, patron of workers and protector of families, I turn to you today in my search for employment. You were a faithful and hardworking man, and I ask for your intercession and guidance as I seek to follow in your footsteps.Please obtain for me a stable job, with a just employer and fair wages, that allows me to provide for my family and contribute to the common good. Help me to use my skills and talents to serve others and to glorify God in all that I do.St. Joseph, I trust in your loving care and your protection. Please pray for me and for all those who are seeking employment, that we may find the work that we need and be a blessing to those around us. Amen.”
Prayer for Employment Breakthrough
Here is a prayer for an employment breakthrough:
“Heavenly Father, I come before you today with a heavy heart, feeling discouraged and frustrated in my search for employment. I know that you are the God of breakthroughs and that nothing is impossible for you.
I pray for your favor and grace to open doors of opportunity for me, and for your wisdom and guidance to lead me towards the right path. Please bring me a job that aligns with my skills and passions, and that allows me to use my gifts to serve others and make a positive impact in the world.
I trust in your promise to provide for all our needs, and I ask for your strength and courage to sustain me in this difficult season. Thank you for your loving care and your faithfulness. Amen.”
Prayer for Employment and Guidance
God, our Father, I turn to you seeking your divine help and guidance as I look for suitable employment. I need your wisdom to guide my footsteps along the right path, and to lead me to find the proper things to say and do in this quest. I wish to use the gifts and talents you have given me, but I need the opportunity to do so with gainful employment. Do not abandon me, dear Father, in this search, but rather grant me this favor I seek so that I may return to you with praise and thanksgiving for your gracious assistance. Grant this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Prayer Request for Finding Employment
God be with me today in finding employment. Lead me to work that I love, and that has value. Guide me to a place with an atmosphere of respect and cooperation, in a safe and happy environment. Help me to find fulfillment mentally and financially. Thank you God, for bringing this to me today.
Prayer for Employment after Loss of a Job
“Heavenly Father, I come to you today feeling uncertain and worried after the loss of my job. I know that you are sovereign and that you have a plan for my life, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.
I pray for your wisdom and guidance as I search for employment, and for the strength and courage to trust in your will for my life. Please bring me a job that aligns with my skills and passions, and that allows me to use my gifts to serve others and make a positive impact in the world.
I ask for your provision and financial provision for my family during this time of transition. May I find a job that provides for our needs and allows us to live with dignity and purpose.
I trust in your loving care and your promise to never leave or forsake me. Thank you for your faithfulness and your blessings. Amen.”
