Introduction

A baby shower is a time to celebrate new life and to pray for the child, mother and father. These baby shower prayers are perfect to add a spiritual element to your gathering, express your joy and thanksgiving, and ask for God’s blessing on the expectant parents.

A Prayer for the Baby

Heavenly Father, we praise You for the miracle of life. We thank You for the precious gift of a new baby. We ask that You bless this child and surround him/her with Your love. We pray that You would give the parents wisdom as they raise this child to know and love You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A Prayer for the Parents

Heavenly Father, we come before you today to ask for your blessing on these parents-to-be. We ask that you would grant them wisdom as they prepare for the arrival of their child. Give them courage to face the challenges of parenthood with faith, hope and love.

We pray that they would be filled with your joy as they anticipate the birth of their baby, and that they would know your peace in the midst of any uncertainty or fear.

We ask that you would bless their little one, and that you would watch over them all during pregnancy, childbirth and throughout their lives together as a family. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

A Prayer for the Siblings

Heavenly Father,

We come to you today, asking for your blessings on the siblings of this new baby. We pray that they will grow to love their new brother or sister, and that they will be patient and kind as their parents adjust to having a new baby in the house. Help them to understand that even though things may be different for a while, they are still loved and cherished.

We thank you for the gift of family, and we ask that you would watch over this family and bless them in the days ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A Prayer for the Grandparents

Prayer for the Grandparents Heavenly Father, we praise You for the gift of life. We thank You for entrusting this precious child to ______ and ____. Watch over them as they take on this new role and guide them as they nurture and train their grandchild in the ways of the Lord. Pour out Your blessings upon them, that they may enjoy good health and vitality as they watch this little one grow. Amen.

A Prayer for the Aunts and Uncles

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of little ones. We ask that You watch over these precious babies and their families. Surround them with Your love and care, and bless them with good health and happiness.

We pray for the aunts and uncles who will help raise these children. Grant them wisdom, patience, and gentleness as they guide and support their nieces and nephews through life. Help them to be loving role models, teaching these children about Your goodness and grace. Amen.

A Prayer for the Friends

Lord, we thank You for the gift of friendship.

We ask that You would bless our friend as she goes through this special time in her life.

We pray that she would know the deep love and joy that comes from being a mother.

May she be surrounded by loving family and friends who will support her in every way.

Give her strength for the days ahead, and may she always remember that Your love never fails. Amen.

A Prayer for the Community

Dear Heavenly Father,

We humbly come before you today to ask for your blessings. We are gathered here to celebrate the arrival of a new life and to ask for your guidance and protection.

Watch over this child as they grow and enter into the world. Fill their life with love, happiness, and good health. We also ask that you bless the parents with wisdom, patience, and strength as they raise their little one.

Help us all to remember the joy that this new baby brings and to cherish the miracle of life. Thank you for all your blessings. Amen

A Prayer for the World

O God, you created the world and all that is in it.
You are the giver of life, and you bless us with your love.
Watch over us, O God. Protect us from harm.
And give us the wisdom and courage to build a world that is just and peaceful,
where all may live in safety and with dignity. Amen.