Here are 8 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for retirement mass, 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 Retirement Mass
OPTION #1:
- That the Church may faithfully proclaim the Gospel and be a sign of God’s love in the world, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our civic leaders, that they may enact policies that support and protect the dignity of retirees, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], who is retiring today, that they may find peace and fulfillment in this new chapter of life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the family of [Name], that they may provide loving support during this transition, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all retirees in our community, that they may discover new ways to share their gifts and talents, 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 welcome into his kingdom those who have died, especially [N], let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For our Holy Father, Pope [Name], that he may be strengthened in his ministry as the Vicar of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may work to ensure the well-being and dignity of aging populations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], as they retire, that they may find new purpose and joy in their daily life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may create meaningful opportunities for retirees to remain engaged and active, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who are approaching retirement, that they may prepare well for this significant life transition, 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 welcome into his kingdom those who have died, especially [N], let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3:
- For the Church, that she may continue to be a welcoming community for retirees seeking to deepen their faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in positions of authority, that they may recognize and address the unique needs of retirees, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], that their years of retirement may be filled with blessings, good health, and new adventures, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the organizations and individuals who have benefited from [Name]’s years of service, that they may continue to thrive, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all retirees, that they may find meaningful ways to contribute to society and share their wisdom, 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 welcome into his kingdom those who have died, especially [N], let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4:
- For our Bishop [Name], that he may lead our diocese with wisdom and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civic leaders, that they may implement policies that ensure dignity and quality of life for retirees, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the family members who will be spending more time with [Name], that their relationships may grow and flourish, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish ministries, that they may effectively engage and utilize the talents of our retired members, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who are unable to retire due to financial constraints, that they may find support and assistance, 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 the faithful departed, especially [N], let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5:
- For all priests and deacons, that they may serve God’s people with fidelity and love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may work towards creating societies that value and care for their elderly citizens, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], that they may find joy in new hobbies, interests, and relationships during retirement, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the younger generations in our community, that they may seek out and appreciate the wisdom of retirees, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all those who care for the elderly, that they may be blessed with patience, compassion, and strength, 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 welcome into his kingdom those who have died, especially [N], let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6:
- For an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in authority, that they may work to ensure adequate healthcare and support services for retirees, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], that they may use their newfound time to deepen their relationship with God and serve others, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the former colleagues of [Name], that they may carry forward the positive impact of their work together, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may show gratitude and respect for the contributions of our retiring members, 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 #7:
- That all Christians may work towards the unity for which Christ prayed, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civic leaders, that they may prioritize the needs of retirees in their communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], that they may find fulfillment and purpose in volunteer work and community service during retirement, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the organizations that support retirees, that they may receive the resources needed to continue their important work, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish family, that we may benefit from the wisdom and experience of our retired members, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
For our deceased bishops, priests, and deacons, that they may receive the reward of their labors and enjoy eternal rest, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #8:
- That the Church may be protected from all dangers and remain steadfast in faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may address the global challenges of aging populations with wisdom and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For [Name], that they may enjoy good health, loving relationships, and new experiences in retirement, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish’s outreach programs, that they may effectively serve and engage our retired members, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who feel anxious about retirement, that they may find peace and trust in God’s plan for their lives, 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 the faithful departed, especially [N], let us pray to the Lord.