- Description
Soul of Christ, Sanctify Me. The Ancient Prayer of Total Surrender.
The Anima Christi — "Soul of Christ" — is one of the oldest and most beloved prayers in the Catholic tradition, dating back to the 14th century. It is a prayer of total surrender to Christ, prayed especially after receiving Holy Communion, asking Jesus to sanctify, strengthen, and hide us within His wounds. St. Ignatius of Loyola loved this prayer so deeply that he placed it at the beginning of his Spiritual Exercises.
This beautifully laminated Kilgarlin prayer card carries the full Anima Christi in a format you can carry to every Mass, every adoration hour, every moment of prayer, finished with gold color accents. It is one of the most powerful post-Communion prayers ever written — and one of the most beautiful cards in the Kilgarlin collection.
Card Details
Beautifully laminated with gold color accents
Classic religious art image on the front
Full Anima Christi prayer on the back
Cardstock — 2.5" × 4.5" standard prayer card size
Doubles as a bookmark for your missal or Bible
Available in Single, Pack of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
Anima Christi
Soul of Christ, sanctify me.
Body of Christ, save me.
Blood of Christ, inebriate me.
Water from the side of Christ, wash me.
Passion of Christ, strengthen me.
O Good Jesus, hear me.
Within Thy wounds hide me.
Permit me not to be separated from Thee.
From the wicked foe, defend me.
At the hour of my death, call me
and bid me come to Thee,
that with Thy saints I may praise Thee
forever and ever.
Amen.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I pray the Anima Christi?
The Anima Christi is traditionally prayed after receiving Holy Communion. Therefore, it is a meaningful prayer of thanksgiving after receiving Christ in the Eucharist.
For example, you can pray the Anima Christi:
- After receiving Holy Communion
- Before or after Mass
- During Eucharistic Adoration
- During personal prayer
- During spiritual reflection
- When seeking a deeper relationship with Christ
In addition, you can keep the Anima Christi Prayer Card in your Bible or prayer book. This way, you can easily use it during Mass or personal prayer.
Moreover, the Anima Christi can become part of your regular Catholic prayer routine. As a result, it can encourage deeper reflection on your relationship with Christ.
Finally, you can return to this prayer whenever you desire a quiet moment with Jesus.
Can I order in bulk for my parish or ministry?
Absolutely! For standard orders, you can purchase up to 100 prayer cards.
However, custom printing is available for larger orders. The minimum custom order is 1,000 cards.
In addition, you can order larger quantities based on your parish or ministry needs. For example, bulk prayer cards are useful for:
- Churches and parishes
- Catholic schools
- Prayer groups
- Retreats
- Ministries
- Religious events
- Large Catholic gatherings
Therefore, custom printing is a practical choice for large distributions. Finally, contact us to discuss quantities, customization options, and turnaround times.
More Than a Prayer Card
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A Mission Behind Every Card
ShopCatholic was founded by Shawn Kilgarlin — wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and life coach.
Every Christmas Eve, Shawn donates thousands of gifts to those in need through Holy Angels. She volunteers at addiction treatment centers, offering grounding boxes and group classes.
Her children, Loyola University students, and local high school students help make gift bags for families in need — all funded from her own heart.
When you purchase a Kilgarlin prayer card, you're participating in that mission of giving.