Here are 7 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for priests, and written following the instructions of the General instructions of the Roman Missal.
Thanks to the varied option, all conceivable circumstances are accounted for. Also, you can convert this into a pdf with the click of a single button, hopefully this saves you some time today to prepare for other aspects of the Mass.
PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL FOR PRIESTS
OPTION #1:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may persevere in faith, unity and zeal for the spread of the Gospel to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our government leaders, that they may uphold religious freedom and create an environment where the Church can flourish, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests facing burnout or spiritual dryness, that they may find rest and renewal in the Lord’s presence, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests in seminary formation, that they may be molded into men of prayer, self-discipline, and generosity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, that young men may hear and answer the Lord’s call with courage, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. That the Son of Man may grant eternal rest to [Name(s)] and welcome them into the light of His presence, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the Church may remain steadfast in proclaiming the Gospel and defending the sanctity of life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our civil authorities, that they may respect the role of the Church and allow her ministers to serve freely, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests facing persecution or opposition, that the Lord may strengthen their faith and protect them from harm, let us pray to the Lord.
- For retired and elderly priests, that they may be valued for their years of faithful service, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests in active ministry, that they may balance their duties with adequate rest and spiritual nourishment, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of [Name(s)], that through the mercy of God they may be freed from all sin and admitted to the joys of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may form priests to be true ministers of the Gospel, proclaiming Christ with boldness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government leaders, that they may uphold religious liberty and the Church’s right to appoint clergy freely, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests struggling with loneliness or isolation, that they may find fraternal support and spiritual nourishment, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests serving in military, prisons, or other challenging ministries, that the Lord sustain their zeal, let us pray to the Lord.
- For an increase in priestly vocations from families, that parents may cultivate this calling in their sons, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of [Name(s)], that through the mercy of God they may be freed from all sin and admitted to the joys of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4:
- For the one, holy, catholic Church, that her priests may lead souls to an ever deeper encounter with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civic leaders, that they may respect the Church’s role in society and not impede her mission, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests facing spiritual attacks or temptations, that they may overcome through prayer and the sacraments, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests serving in foreign missions or remote areas, that they may persevere in bringing Christ’s light, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young men discerning a priestly vocation, that they may respond generously to the Lord’s call, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. That the Son of Man may grant his salvation to those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5
- For the Church under persecution, that the faith and sacraments may hold the people together, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government authorities, that they may not impede but uphold the freedom of the Church to preach and minister, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests facing mental, emotional or physical illness, that the Lord may be their healing and strength, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests tasked with forming seminarians, that they may instill in them a genuine spirit of service, let us pray to the Lord.
- For parents whose sons are discerning the priesthood, that they may support this sacred calling, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. That the Son of Man may grant his salvation to those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that the Lord Jesus may send her many holy priests after his own heart, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in civil authority, that they may respect and protect the Church’s right to appoint clergy freely, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests who have given their lives in service, that their example may inspire future generations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests facing opposition, ridicule or persecution, that they may respond with courage and charity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all seminarians in formation for the priesthood, that they may become faithful and selfless pastors, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of [Name(s)], who followed Christ the Good Shepherd, that they may now enjoy the beatific vision forever, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #7:
- For the Catholic Church, that the Lord may raise up many holy, courageous and faithful priests, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government officials, that they may not hinder but respect the Church’s sacred mission, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests weighed down by administrative burdens, that they may be given hardworking assistants, let us pray to the Lord.
- For priests serving in parishes, schools and other ministries, that they may be strengthened and renewed, let us pray to the Lord.
- For an increase in priestly vocations from immigrant families, that they may generously heed the call, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. That the Son of Man may grant his salvation to those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
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