Motherhood is a sacred calling—a partnership with God in the creation and nurturing of life. Yet for many women, the journey to motherhood can be filled with hope, longing, and tears. St. Gerard Majella, the patron saint of expectant mothers, is known for his powerful intercession on behalf of women desiring to conceive, pregnant mothers, and those facing difficulties in childbirth. This prayer invites his heavenly help and God’s tender mercy to bless every mother and every woman waiting for her miracle.
Through St. Gerard’s example of purity, humility, and faith, we learn to trust in God’s timing and perfect plan. Whether you are praying for conception, a healthy pregnancy, or safe delivery, this prayer is a reminder that God sees your heart, knows your desire, and is faithful to bring forth new life according to His divine will.
23 Prayer For Motherhood St Gerard
1. Psalm 113:9
“He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the Lord.”
This verse proclaims God’s ability to transform sorrow into joy and longing into fulfillment. No situation is beyond His power to redeem, and His timing brings life where hope once seemed lost.
Heavenly Father, You are the Giver of life and the Keeper of promises. Look with mercy upon those longing for the gift of motherhood. Let their homes be filled with the laughter of children and their hearts with the joy that only You can bring.
2. 1 Samuel 1:27
“For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of Him.”
Hannah’s story reflects the beauty of answered prayer and the reward of faith. Her persistence shows that God never ignores the tears of a hopeful heart.
Lord, just as You heard Hannah’s cry, hear the prayers of every mother and every woman who desires to conceive. Let miracles unfold in Your perfect timing, and may every answered prayer be a testimony of Your faithfulness.
3. Isaiah 49:15
“Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? Yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee.”
God’s love surpasses even the deepest human affection. His compassion for mothers and children is a reflection of His eternal care for all His people.
Father, thank You for Your constant remembrance of us. Bless every mother with compassion, patience, and strength. May she mirror Your love to her children and find joy in the calling You have placed upon her life.
4. Luke 1:45
“And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.”
Mary’s faith was her foundation. She believed in God’s word before she saw it fulfilled. Her example reminds mothers and expectant women that belief brings forth blessing.
Lord, increase faith in every mother’s heart. Let her trust that Your promises never fail. Grant her peace and confidence as she carries new life or awaits the fulfillment of Your plan.
5. Psalm 127:3
“Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is His reward.”
Children are not accidents—they are divine gifts entrusted to loving care. This verse honors the sacredness of life and the holy trust God gives to mothers.
Father, thank You for the blessing of children and the honor of motherhood. Help every mother to cherish this gift and raise her children in wisdom, faith, and love.
6. Proverbs 31:25
“Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.”
A godly mother is clothed with dignity and divine strength. Her faith enables her to face every trial with grace and confidence.
Lord, clothe every mother with Your strength and honor. Let her find joy in her journey and courage in her calling. May her heart overflow with love that reflects Your presence within her.
7. John 16:21
“A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world.”
Pain often precedes promise. Even in the trials of childbirth, joy awaits. God turns the struggle of labor into a song of thanksgiving.
Lord, grant comfort and safety to every woman in labor. Let her strength be renewed and her heart filled with peace. May her suffering quickly give way to joy, and may her child be born under Your protective hand.
8. Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee.”
Every life begins in the heart of God. Each child is known, loved, and chosen before birth. This verse reveals the divine purpose behind every pregnancy.
Father, thank You for knowing every child before they are even conceived. Bless mothers to see the sacredness of life and trust that each child is part of Your divine plan.
9. Philippians 4:6–7
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Worry cannot coexist with faith. When mothers bring their concerns before God, His peace surrounds them like a protective shield.
Lord, calm the hearts of every mother who is anxious about conception, pregnancy, or childbirth. Let Your peace guard her heart and fill her home. Teach her to rest in Your promises and trust Your perfect timing.
10. James 5:15
“And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.”
Faith-filled prayer brings restoration and renewal. God’s healing power is not limited—it touches bodies, hearts, and generations.
Lord, heal the pain of infertility, restore health to mothers, and strengthen expectant women. Through the intercession of St. Gerard, let miracles of motherhood abound and Your name be glorified.
11. Romans 8:28
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose.”
Even when the path to motherhood seems uncertain, God is weaving every moment into a greater plan. What feels like delay is often divine preparation for blessing.
Father, I trust that You are working all things for good. Help every mother and expectant woman to rest in Your purpose. Let her faith remain strong as she awaits the fullness of Your promise.
12. Psalm 37:7
“Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way.”
Patience is a form of faith. When you rest in the Lord, you acknowledge that His timing is perfect and His plan unshakable.
Lord, teach mothers and waiting women to rest in You without fear or comparison. Let patience bloom where worry once lived, and may peace fill their waiting season.
13. Isaiah 40:31
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
Motherhood requires strength, endurance, and unwavering faith. God promises to renew those who wait upon Him with fresh energy and spiritual power.
Father, renew the strength of every mother and woman waiting for motherhood. Lift her above discouragement and fear. Let her soar in faith, trusting that You will fulfill her heart’s desire.
14. Psalm 30:5
“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.”
Tears are temporary, but joy is eternal. Every sorrow in the journey toward motherhood is seen by God and will one day give way to laughter and gratitude.
Lord, turn every tear into a testimony. Let those who have wept in longing rejoice in the joy of answered prayers. Fill their mornings with hope and their homes with life.
15. Proverbs 3:5–6
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.”
Trust is the foundation of faith, especially when the outcome is unknown. When you surrender your plans to God, He directs your path toward peace and fulfillment.
Father, help every mother and hopeful woman to trust You fully. Remove doubt and fear, and let her rest in Your wisdom. Direct her steps toward the blessings You have prepared for her.
16. Luke 1:37
“For with God nothing shall be impossible.”
This verse is a cornerstone of faith for every woman longing to conceive or sustain a healthy pregnancy. God’s power knows no limits, and His miracles are not bound by human understanding.
Lord, let every mother and expectant woman hold onto this truth. Break every barrier to conception, sustain every pregnancy, and let miracles flow in abundance. Nothing is impossible for You.
17. Psalm 46:5
“God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.”
When God is at the center, no storm can shake you. His presence ensures strength, stability, and early help in every moment of need.
Father, dwell in the heart of every mother and expecting woman. Let her be unshaken in faith, knowing You are near. Send help swiftly and surround her with Your peace.
18. Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this very thing, that He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”
God finishes what He starts. Every pregnancy, every prayer, and every promise rests in His faithful hands until completion.
Lord, I believe that You will complete the good work You have begun. Bless every expectant mother with a full-term, healthy delivery, and let every woman waiting see her miracle come to pass.
19. Psalm 139:13–14
“For Thou hast possessed my reins: Thou hast covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise Thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
God’s hands are at work from the very beginning of life. Each baby is fearfully and wonderfully crafted by His divine artistry.
Father, thank You for the miracle of creation. Bless every womb You have opened and every child You are forming. Let mothers rejoice in Your craftsmanship and cherish the life You have entrusted to them.
20. Psalm 55:22
“Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee: He shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.”
The weight of worry and uncertainty can be heavy, but God’s shoulders are stronger. When mothers cast their burdens on Him, He sustains them with peace.
Lord, help every mother to lay her fears at Your feet. Carry her through anxiety, exhaustion, and uncertainty. Uphold her with Your strength and let her find rest in Your promises.
21. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
God’s peace is unlike any other—it calms the heart and quiets the mind even in life’s hardest seasons. For mothers and mothers-to-be, His peace becomes a healing embrace.
Lord Jesus, fill every mother’s heart with Your peace. Let fear be silenced and anxiety replaced by calm trust. May her mind rest in Your unchanging love.
22. 2 Corinthians 12:9
“My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”
God’s grace meets you where your strength ends. Motherhood can be exhausting and emotional, but His strength fills every gap.
Father, pour out Your grace upon every weary or worried mother. Let her find power in her weakness and comfort in Your presence. Sustain her through every moment with Your sufficient love.
23. Ephesians 3:20
“Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.”
God not only answers prayers—He exceeds them. His blessings are greater than our imagination and His timing beyond our comprehension.
Lord, I thank You for being the God of abundance. For every mother and woman waiting for motherhood, let Your power work mightily. Do more than they could ever hope or imagine, and let their lives overflow with praise.
Conclusion
Through the intercession of St. Gerard Majella, may every woman longing for motherhood find comfort in God’s timing and unshakable faith in His promises. May expectant mothers experience safety, peace, and joy in their pregnancies. And may every mother see her home filled with laughter, love, and divine grace.
O Blessed St. Gerard, patron of mothers and protector of the unborn, pray for all women entrusted to your care. Intercede before the throne of God that they may receive the gift of life, and may every family be blessed with faith, health, and love that endures through generations. Amen.
