Three brief prayers in the traditional Catholic catechetical form, calling forth the three theological virtues. Said together as a morning offering or at any time of recollection.
Catholic · Modern (18th c.–today)
Acts of Faith, Hope, and Love
Act of Faith:
O my God, I firmly believe that thou art one God in three divine Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I believe that thy divine Son became man and died for our sins, and that he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe these and all the truths which the holy Catholic Church teaches, because thou hast revealed them, who canst neither deceive nor be deceived.
Act of Hope:
O my God, relying on thy infinite goodness and promises, I hope to obtain pardon of my sins, the help of thy grace, and life everlasting, through the merits of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Redeemer.
Act of Love:
O my God, I love thee above all things, with my whole heart and soul, because thou art all-good and worthy of all love. I love my neighbour as myself for the love of thee. I forgive all who have injured me, and ask pardon of all whom I have injured. Amen.