There’s something beautifully grounding about pausing in the middle of a busy day to pray. For centuries, Catholics around the world have done exactly that through The Angelus Prayer—a simple yet powerful devotion that recalls the moment the Angel Gabriel announced the Incarnation to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
If you’re looking for The Angelus Prayer PDF, you can download it below and use it for personal prayer, church groups, classrooms, or parish distribution.
What Is The Angelus Prayer?
The Angelus is a traditional Catholic devotion commemorating the Annunciation—the moment recorded in the Gospel of Luke when the Angel Gabriel told Mary she would conceive by the Holy Spirit.
The prayer focuses on three key moments:
- The announcement by the angel
- Mary’s humble acceptance
- The Word becoming flesh
It is traditionally prayed at:
- 6:00 AM
- 12:00 Noon
- 6:00 PM
Church bells often ring at these times as a reminder.
The Angelus Prayer layrics
V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,
R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee;
Blessed art thou among women,
And blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
Pray for us sinners,
Now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord.
R. Be it done unto me according to thy word.
Hail Mary…
V. And the Word was made flesh.
R. And dwelt among us.
Hail Mary…
V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray:
Pour forth, we beseech thee, O Lord, thy grace into our hearts;
that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ thy Son
was made known by the message of an angel,
may by his Passion and Cross
be brought to the glory of his Resurrection.
Through the same Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Why Pray the Angelus?
The Angelus helps believers:
- Reflect on the mystery of the Incarnation
- Develop a habit of daily structured prayer
- Pause and refocus during busy routines
- Grow in devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Strengthen awareness of Christ’s presence in daily life
It takes only a few minutes but brings deep spiritual focus.
How to Pray the Angelus
Here’s the basic structure included in the PDF:
- Opening versicle and response
- First Hail Mary
- Second versicle and response
- Second Hail Mary
- Third versicle and response
- Third Hail Mary
- Closing prayer
Many Catholics substitute the Angelus with the Regina Caeli during the Easter season.
Is The Angelus in the Bible?
While the prayer itself is a devotional composition, it is rooted in Scripture—especially the account of the Annunciation in the Gospel of Luke (Luke 1:26–38).
The phrase “And the Word was made flesh” reflects John 1:14, emphasizing the mystery of the Incarnation.
The Angelus is more than a prayer—it’s a daily reminder of God entering human history. In just a few minutes, it invites silence, humility, and gratitude.
Who Can Use This Angelus Prayer PDF?
This printable resource is perfect for:
- Parish bulletins
- Catholic schools
- Catechism classes
- Prayer groups
- Personal daily devotion
- Family prayer time
If you run a faith-based blog (like PDFSeva), this resource can also serve as a valuable evergreen devotional download.
Download The Angelus Prayer PDF today and make it part of your daily spiritual rhythm.
