Prayer Card Printing

Prayer cards serve many important functions. They allow a congregation to follow the service, and they provide a tangible memory for family members after events like weddings, funerals and baptisms. They’re also a way to share those memories with those who could not attend in person. A prayer card on high-quality paper leaves a lasting impression. We print them on card stock with your choice of glossy or matte coating.

Graphic Design Service

Many people treasure their prayer cards and keep them as mementos. If you need help designing a card that will continue to look good for years, ask about our professional design services. Our graphic design team can help you choose the right border, font and colors that make your prayer cards look their best. Ask about our affordable, all-in-one design and printing services.

Available Prayer Card Paper or Stock

24pt C2S Cardstock
16pt C2S Cardstock
100 lb Uncoated Cover (14pt)
9pt C2S Cardstock

Available Coatings:

(Not available on all paper or stock)
High Gloss UV
High Gloss UV on ONE SIDE
Gloss Aqueous
Matte Aqueous

Options Available for Prayer Cards

Corner Rounding
Digital Proof
Foil with Lamination
Lamination

We do tons of prayer card printing, and we have streamlined the process to make it as easy as possible. Just download the prayer card template for the size and application format you need, create your artwork, and upload your design to print.

Prayer Card Specifications

If you are doing a custom size or do not see a template in the application you are using, please be sure to use the following specifications to design your prayer card.

How to Save Your Files for Print

To ensure the best print results, follow these file setup guidelines when preparing your artwork:

File Setup Checklist

Resolution: 300 dpi
Bleed: 1/8" (0.125") on all sides
Color Mode: CMYK (or spot colors when applicable)
File Format: PDF (with fonts embedded or outlined)

Important Notes

• Make sure images are not compressed (turn off downsampling when exporting)
• Backgrounds that touch the edge must extend 0.125" beyond the trim line (bleed)
• You may include crop marks, but do not include file names or timestamps — it can throw off the layout
• Embed or outline all fonts to ensure crisp, clean text and avoid font errors

How to Export a Press-Quality PDF

InDesign

File > Export
Choose format: Adobe PDF (Print)
Select preset: Press Quality
Under Marks and Bleeds, check:
- Crop Marks
- Use Document Bleed Settings (.125")
Click Export

Illustrator

File > Save As or Save a Copy
Choose format: Adobe PDF
Select preset: Press Quality
Under Marks and Bleeds, check:
- Crop Marks
- Bleed (.125")
Click Save

Photoshop

File > Save As
Choose format: Photoshop PDF
Select preset: Press Quality
Click Save

Why This Matters

A press-quality PDF helps avoid printing issues, keeps your design accurate, and ensures everything prints clean and sharp. If you have any questions, give us a call at 877-613-1913 we’re here to help!

Prayer Card Template Download

Using our prayer card template is simple. Just download the size and application format you need, create your artwork, and upload your design to print.