Here are 5 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for world day of the sick, 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 for World Day of the Sick
OPTION #1:
- That the Church may continue Christ’s healing ministry with compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all healthcare workers and medical professionals, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from chronic illness and pain, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those unable to afford proper medical care, let us pray to the Lord.
- For researchers working to cure diseases, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For caregivers in our parish community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died after long illness, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the Church’s healthcare institutions, that they may be beacons of hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those battling mental illness and anxiety disorders, let us pray to the Lord.
- For hospital chaplains and pastoral care workers, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those receiving hospice care, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For healthcare workers who have died in service, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3:
- That the Church may bring comfort to those who suffer illness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those living with disabilities and chronic conditions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For nursing home residents and their caregivers, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those battling addiction and seeking recovery, let us pray to the Lord.
- For medical missionaries serving in developing nations, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those undergoing cancer treatment in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died without access to medical care, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4:
- For the Church’s ministry to the sick and suffering, let us pray to the Lord.
- For children with serious illnesses and their families, let us pray to the Lord.
- For advances in medical research and treatment, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from rare diseases, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those battling seasonal illnesses in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died in hospital isolation, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5:
- That the Church may be a source of healing and hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from mental health conditions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For healthcare workers facing burnout, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the elderly in nursing facilities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those awaiting organ transplants, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those recovering from surgery in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died in hospice care, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.