Prayer for Epiphany is a reflective Catholic prayer that invites individuals and communities to seek God’s light amid uncertainty, suffering, and change. Rooted in the biblical story of the Magi and the Christian celebration of Epiphany, this prayer draws on powerful imagery of the guiding star to encourage discernment, courage, and openness to transformation. It speaks directly to those navigating darkness—personal, social, or global—and calls believers to trust that God’s grace continues to lead us toward justice, peace, and deeper wisdom.

Written by Jane Deren, Ph.D., this Epiphany prayer emphasizes the spiritual journey of moving beyond fear and toward the Kingdom of God. It highlights themes central to Catholic Social Teaching, including solidarity with “the least of these,” care for creation, and recognition of the interconnectedness of all life on our fragile planet. The prayer challenges readers not only to notice God’s light, but to follow it—especially when it leads to unexpected places, relationships, and commitments.

This resource is well-suited for individual prayer, classroom reflection, parish gatherings, retreats, and liturgical settings during the Christmas season and the Feast of the Epiphany. Educators, campus ministers, and faith leaders will find it particularly useful for fostering discussion on faith in action, discernment, and the call to live justly in response to God’s presence in the world.