Here are 8 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for teachers, 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 Teachers
OPTION #1:
- For the Church, that she may continue to guide and support Catholic educators in their sacred mission of forming young minds and hearts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers facing violence and safety concerns in their classrooms, that they may find protection and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators working with students suffering from anxiety and depression, that they may be given wisdom and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers struggling with burnout and exhaustion, that they may find renewal and strength, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators working in underserved communities, that they may receive the resources needed to serve their students effectively, 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 2:
- That the holy Catholic Church may continue to be a beacon of educational excellence and moral formation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers adapting to new technologies and teaching methods, that they may receive proper training and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators helping students cope with the effects of social media and cyberbullying, that they may have wisdom and patience, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers working with children affected by poverty and food insecurity, that they may find ways to support their students’ needs, 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 3:
- That the Church may continue to guide and strengthen Catholic educators in their sacred mission, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers developing innovative approaches to engage diverse learners, that they may be inspired and effective, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators supporting students with anxiety and depression, that they may receive proper training and resources, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers working to prevent bullying and promote kindness, that they may create safe and supportive environments, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those helping students develop critical thinking skills in an age of misinformation, that they may guide with 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 grant his salvation to those who have died, especially N, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4:
- For the Church’s mission in education, that she may continue to form hearts and minds in truth, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers addressing the achievement gap in underserved communities, that they may receive needed support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators helping students cope with grief and loss, that they may offer comfort and understanding, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers promoting inclusion and diversity in their classrooms, that they may foster mutual respect and dignity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working with students affected by homelessness, that they may provide stability and hope, 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:
- That the universal Church may support and guide all educators in their vocation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers helping students recover from academic and social setbacks, that they may be given patience and understanding, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators working with children affected by domestic violence, that they may provide safe and nurturing environments, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers promoting digital literacy and responsible technology use, that they may guide students wisely, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those educating students about moral values in a secular world, that they may communicate truth effectively, 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 Church’s educational mission, that it may continue to form disciples through knowledge and faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers striving to maintain educational standards during staff shortages, that they may find strength and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators helping students navigate cultural and social divisions, that they may promote understanding and unity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers working in communities affected by economic hardship, that they may receive necessary resources, 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 the Catholic Church may inspire and strengthen all who teach in her institutions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers guiding students through mental health challenges and emotional distress, that they may be given wisdom and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators working with students affected by addiction in their families, that they may offer appropriate support and guidance, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers helping immigrant and refugee students adapt to new environments, that they may create welcoming and supportive spaces, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those educating students about environmental stewardship and climate change, that they may inspire responsible action, 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 #8:
- For the Church’s ministry in education, that it may continue to flourish and bear fruit, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers addressing learning gaps and educational inequities, that they may be given the resources to help every student succeed, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators supporting students with special needs, that they may have patience and understanding, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers advocating for better working conditions and fair compensation, that their voices may be heard, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those teaching in areas affected by gun violence, that they may find safety and peace, 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.