A prayer by St. Ignatius de Loyola is a prayer asking God for strength, hope and perseverance to overcome feelings of depression and despair. The prayer acknowledges one’s suffering while affirming trust and faith in God’s goodness and mercy. Though brief, it expresses reliance on God’s grace to make it through difficult times. The prayer reflects St. Ignatius’ own struggles with despair and his deep Christian faith.
A Prayer Against Depression
Prayer Video –Prayer Against Depression
O Christ Jesus,
when all is darkness
and we feel our weakness and helplessness,
give us the sense of Your presence,
Your love, and Your strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
in Your protecting love
and strengthening power,
so that nothing may frighten or worry us,
for, living close to You,
we shall see Your hand,
Your purpose, Your will through all things.