Here are 6 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for Leaders, 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 Leaders
OPTION #1
- For the Church, that she may continue to be a beacon of hope and guidance for all people, especially those in positions of leadership, let us pray to the Lord.
- For elected officials and civic leaders, that they may govern with wisdom, integrity, and compassion for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- For business executives and corporate leaders, that they may prioritize ethical practices and the welfare of their employees in their decision-making, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educational administrators and school principals, that they may foster environments of learning, growth, and safety for students and teachers alike, let us pray to the Lord.
- For healthcare leaders and hospital administrators, that they may work tirelessly to improve access to quality care for all, especially the most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.
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
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may be united in fidelity to the Pope and Bishops, guiding all people towards salvation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may work together to address global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and conflict resolution, let us pray to the Lord.
- For local community leaders, that they may be attentive to the needs of all citizens and work towards creating inclusive and thriving neighborhoods, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the fields of science and technology, that their innovations may be used to improve the quality of life for all people, especially the marginalized, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the media and communications industry, that they may uphold the truth and promote responsible journalism in an era of misinformation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young leaders and emerging voices in various fields, that they may be inspired to use their talents and influence for the betterment of society, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.
II. For our departed loved ones, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3
- For the Church in her universal ministry of mercy and forgiveness, that she may continue to be a source of healing and reconciliation for all, let us pray to the Lord.
- For national leaders, that they may work to address pressing issues such as gun violence, healthcare affordability, and the federal budget deficit with wisdom and courage, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the environmental sector, that they may inspire and guide efforts to combat climate change and protect our common home, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in law enforcement and the justice system, that they may work towards fair and equitable treatment for all members of society, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in social services and charitable organizations, that they may effectively serve those most in need and inspire others to acts of generosity and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.
II. That the faithful departed from all faith traditions may find eternal peace and understanding, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4
- For the Church under persecution, that the faith and sacraments may hold the people together in times of trial and difficulty, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in government, that they may work tirelessly to address the challenges of illegal immigration with compassion and justice, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in education, that they may strive to improve the quality of public education and ensure equal opportunities for all students, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the fight against bullying and cyberbullying, that they may develop effective strategies to protect the vulnerable and promote kindness in our schools and communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the arts and culture, that they may use their influence to promote beauty, truth, and the dignity of the human person, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our parish outreach programs serving the needy, 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 Christ, obedient to his Father, may guide all members of the Church to trust in God’s promises and lead with humility and faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For elected officials at all levels of government, that they may work to uphold moral values and promote the common good in their legislation and policies, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the healthcare industry, that they may work to make quality medical care accessible and affordable for all members of society, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the criminal justice system, that they may work towards rehabilitation and restorative justice, especially for those affected by violent crime, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in interfaith dialogue, that they may foster understanding, respect, and cooperation among people of different religious traditions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in sports and athletics, that they may promote fair play, good sportsmanship, and the development of character in young people, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community facing unemployment, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died recently, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6
- For the holy Church of God, that all believers may be one in heart and mind, working together to build the Kingdom of God, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may work towards disarmament and the peaceful resolution of conflicts, promoting a culture of nonviolence, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the field of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, that they may develop and use these tools ethically and for the benefit of all humanity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in urban planning and development, that they may create sustainable, inclusive cities that promote the well-being of all residents, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the fight against human trafficking and modern slavery, that they may work tirelessly to protect the dignity and freedom of all people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders in the food industry and agriculture, that they may promote sustainable practices and work to eliminate hunger and malnutrition worldwide, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our local community’s efforts to address addiction and mental health challenges, 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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