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Thanksgiving Day Dinner Prayer

A short blessing to say around the Thanksgiving table.

“O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.”

Psalm 136:1 (KJV)

Lord, thank You for bringing us together around this table. Thank You for the food, the hands that prepared it, and the people we share it with.

Thank You for the blessings of this past year, the joys and even the lessons from hard times.

We remember those who are not with us and those who do not have enough today. Help us share what we have.

O give thanks unto the LORD; for He is good: for His mercy endureth for ever. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Short prayer to remember

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. Amen.

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Questions about this prayer

Who should pray at Thanksgiving dinner?

Anyone can. Some families let each person share one thing they are thankful for.

Can I use this for other holiday meals?

Yes. It fits Christmas and any family gathering.

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