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General Intercessions for Sunday Mass
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Sunday, January 20, 2030
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Liturgical Color: Green
General Intercessions for Sunday Mass for Saint Fabian, pope and martyr
Option 1
1.For the Church, may she remain steadfast in faith, following the courageous witness of Saint Fabian, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may uphold religious freedom and protect all citizens from violence and unjust discrimination, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who suffer for their faith, that they may be strengthened by the example of the martyrs and persevere in love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be faithful to Christ when our faith costs us something, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who shed their blood for Christ may rejoice in His eternal victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may govern the Church with the wisdom and fortitude of St. Fabian, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may ensure justice and protection for all, especially religious minorities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those facing trials or opposition because of their Christian beliefs, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit's courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to embrace the cost of discipleship and follow Christ faithfully, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place where those who are suffering feel they can speak honestly about what they carry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who died for the faith may be counted among the victorious saints in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may be a courageous voice for those whose rights are denied or ignored, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may ensure effective and accessible legal protection for religious minorities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have been dismissed from work or excluded from opportunities because of their faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be generous with the small acts of kindness that cost us little but mean much to those who receive them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may take its responsibility for the neighbourhood seriously, not just waiting for people to come in, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are unemployed or seeking new opportunities.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in God's eternal peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with wisdom and pastoral charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may address the economic inequalities that fuel social division and conflict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with bipolar disorder, managing the unpredictability of their condition and its impact on every relationship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be mindful of God's presence in the ordinary moments of our day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a place of welcome and spiritual nourishment for all who enter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all families in our community, that they may grow in love and faith.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought into the light of God's eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
About Our Sunday Mass Intercessions
Our general intercessions for Sunday Mass are specially crafted by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set reflects the solemnity appropriate for the principal weekly celebration of the Catholic Church.
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Crafted specifically for the principal weekly liturgy, reflecting the greater solemnity and broader congregation of Sunday Mass celebrations.
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Each intercession follows the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) guidelines and addresses the four traditional categories of universal prayer.
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