Saint Francis of Assisi, known as the patron saint of animals and the environment, showed deep love and compassion for all of God’s creatures. He saw every living being as a reflection of the Creator’s goodness and believed that animals, like humans, reveal God’s love in their own unique way. A Prayer to Saint Francis for Animals honors this spirit of reverence, asking for protection, healing, and blessings for the pets and animals that enrich our lives.
Through prayer, we not only seek St. Francis’s intercession but also renew our responsibility to care for creation with kindness and humility. Whether it’s for a sick pet, a lost companion, or the wildlife that surrounds us, this prayer reminds us that all life is sacred. It’s a heartfelt way to express gratitude for the beauty of God’s creation and to entrust our beloved animals to His loving care.
23 Prayer To Saint Francis For Animals
1. Genesis 1:24 (KJV)
“And God said, Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so.”
This verse reminds us that every creature exists by God’s design and purpose. Animals were created to share the world with us as part of His perfect plan.
Lord, thank You for the beauty of Your creation. Bless the animals You’ve placed in our care and protect them from harm. May we always treat them with the same love and respect You have shown to all living things.
2. Psalm 36:6 (ESV)
“Man and beast you save, O Lord.”
God’s salvation extends beyond humanity—it encompasses all living creatures. His compassion preserves life in every form.
Heavenly Father, You are the giver of life and protector of all creatures. Watch over our animals with Your loving hand. May Saint Francis intercede for them and keep them safe under Your care.
3. Proverbs 12:10 (KJV)
“A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.”
True righteousness includes kindness toward animals. Compassion for them reflects a heart that values God’s creation.
Lord, help me to be a good steward of the creatures You’ve entrusted to me. May I show them gentleness, patience, and care. Let my actions reflect Your divine mercy.
4. Job 12:7–10 (ESV)
“But ask the beasts, and they will teach you… In his hand is the life of every living thing and the breath of all mankind.”
All creation bears witness to God’s wisdom and power. Animals teach us lessons of trust, simplicity, and dependence on the Creator.
Father, thank You for the lessons we learn through the animals around us. Through Saint Francis’s example, help us to see Your glory in every living thing. Let our hearts be filled with gratitude for the beauty of life.
5. Matthew 6:26 (KJV)
“Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap… yet your heavenly Father feedeth them.”
God provides for every creature, great and small. This reminds us of His faithfulness and care for all living beings.
Lord, You sustain every living thing through Your abundant grace. Provide for the needs of the animals You’ve created and protect them from suffering. May we trust in Your provision as they do.
6. Psalm 50:10–11 (ESV)
“For every beast of the forest is mine, the cattle on a thousand hills. I know all the birds of the hills, and all that moves in the field is mine.”
God claims ownership of all creation. Every animal belongs to Him and exists for His glory.
Father, I thank You for the animals that bring joy and companionship into our lives. Help us remember that they are Yours first and foremost. Let us care for them as sacred gifts from Your hand.
7. Isaiah 11:6 (KJV)
“The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid.”
This verse paints a vision of peace where all creatures live in harmony. It reminds us of God’s promise to restore balance and unity to His creation.
Lord, bring peace to the world You made. Let Your harmony dwell among all living things. Through Saint Francis’s intercession, teach us to live in unity with Your creation.
8. Luke 12:6 (ESV)
“Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God.”
God’s attention to even the smallest creatures reveals His infinite care. No life goes unnoticed by Him.
Father, thank You for valuing every creature, no matter how small. Bless and protect the animals who depend on Your mercy. Let Saint Francis watch over them in Your name.
9. Psalm 145:9 (KJV)
“The Lord is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.”
God’s mercy extends across all of creation. His goodness is expressed through the life and vitality of every creature.
Lord, Your goodness sustains the earth and all who dwell in it. May Your mercy cover every living thing. Bless our pets and wildlife alike, and let them thrive in Your care.
10. Romans 8:19 (ESV)
“For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.”
Even creation longs for redemption and restoration. All living beings share in God’s great plan of renewal.
Father, bring healing and renewal to Your creation. Let every creature experience the peace of Your presence. Through Saint Francis’s intercession, restore balance and beauty to the world You made.
11. Psalm 147:9 (KJV)
“He giveth to the beast his food, and to the young ravens which cry.”
God provides even for the needs of animals. His care is detailed and compassionate.
Lord, feed and sustain every creature under heaven. Let no animal go hungry or suffer needlessly. Help us reflect Your compassion by caring for them well.
12. Proverbs 27:23 (ESV)
“Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds.”
God calls us to be responsible caretakers of what He has entrusted to us. Caring for animals is both a privilege and a duty.
Father, teach us to care attentively for every living thing under our watch. Let Saint Francis inspire us to treat all animals with respect, diligence, and love.
13. Ecclesiastes 3:19 (KJV)
“For that which befalleth the sons of men befalleth beasts… as the one dieth, so dieth the other.”
This verse reminds us that all living beings share the breath of life. It humbles us to see our connection with the animal world.
Lord, help us honor the bond between humanity and creation. Comfort us when we lose a beloved pet and remind us that Your care spans all life.
14. Jonah 4:11 (ESV)
“Should I not pity Nineveh… and also much cattle?”
God’s compassion is inclusive—even animals are part of His concern. His mercy covers all of creation.
Father, thank You for being compassionate toward all creatures. Let Your pity extend to every suffering animal. Through Saint Francis, teach us to reflect Your love in our care for them.
15. Psalm 148:10 (KJV)
“Beasts, and all cattle; creeping things, and flying fowl.”
All creation is called to praise the Lord. Animals glorify God by simply living as He designed them to.
Lord, may every creature praise You through its existence. Let us learn from their purity, joy, and obedience to Your will. May Your name be glorified through all creation.
16. Matthew 10:29 (ESV)
“Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father.”
God’s care is intimate and personal, extending even to the smallest of birds. He is present in every moment of creation’s life.
Lord, Your love knows no boundaries. Watch over the animals of the earth with Your gentle care. Through Saint Francis’s intercession, keep them safe and cherished.
17. Deuteronomy 25:4 (KJV)
“Thou shalt not muzzle the ox when he treadeth out the corn.”
God’s law teaches fairness and compassion toward working animals. His justice includes even the smallest details of their wellbeing.
Father, help us act with fairness and care toward all creatures who serve us. Let gratitude replace neglect and compassion guide every decision we make.
18. Hosea 2:18 (ESV)
“And I will make for them a covenant… with the beasts of the field, the birds of the heavens, and the creeping things of the ground.”
God’s covenant of peace extends to all creation. It promises restoration and harmony between humanity and nature.
Lord, fulfill Your promise of peace upon the earth. Bless every animal and creature with safety and abundance. May Saint Francis intercede for the protection of all living beings.
19. Psalm 104:24 (KJV)
“O Lord, how manifold are thy works! In wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.”
The diversity of creation reflects God’s boundless wisdom. Every creature contributes to the beauty of His world.
Father, thank You for the richness of life You’ve created. May Your wisdom guide us to cherish and protect the animals around us. Let gratitude fill our hearts for their companionship.
20. Isaiah 40:11 (ESV)
“He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms.”
God’s tenderness as a shepherd reveals His care for both people and animals. His love is protective and nurturing.
Lord, gather our pets and all creatures in Your arms of safety. Let them know the comfort of Your presence. Bless those who care for them with strength and compassion.
21. Psalm 84:3 (KJV)
“Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the swallow a nest for herself.”
God provides shelter even for the smallest of His creatures. His care reaches every corner of creation.
Father, may every animal find refuge in Your provision. Let no creature be abandoned or unloved. Help us build a world where all life is cherished and protected.
22. Revelation 5:13 (ESV)
“And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea… saying, ‘To him who sits on the throne… be blessing and honor.’”
All creation joins in praising God. Heaven and earth unite in adoration of the Creator.
Lord, may all creatures—great and small—join in the song of praise to You. Through Saint Francis’s intercession, unite us in reverence for Your creation.
23. Numbers 22:28 (KJV)
“And the Lord opened the mouth of the ass, and she said unto Balaam…”
God can use even animals to reveal His will. They are not just part of creation—they are instruments of His purpose.
Father, help us listen to the ways You speak through Your creatures. Let every animal remind us of Your voice and Your love. May Saint Francis guide us to honor Your creation with reverence and care.
Conclusion
The Prayer to Saint Francis for Animals invites us to see the world through eyes of compassion and humility. Saint Francis’s deep love for every creature reflects the very heart of God, who values all life equally.
May his example inspire us to treat animals with gentleness, protect them from harm, and thank God for their presence in our lives. Through this prayer, may we grow in kindness, stewardship, and love for the beautiful world God has entrusted to us.
