Prayers of the faithful for Bishop – #7 OPTIONS
Here are 7 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for Bishop, 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 Bishop
OPTION #1
- For the holy Church of God, that all believers may be one in heart and mind, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our Bishop N., that the Lord may guide him in leading this local Church with wisdom and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who govern nations, that they may uphold justice and promote peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the sick and suffering, that they may find strength in Christ’s passion and resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.
- For this community of faith, that we may bear witness to the Gospel through lives of selfless love, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2
- For the Church, the bride of Christ, that she may tirelessly proclaim the good news of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our chief shepherd, Bishop N., that the Holy Spirit may enlighten his mind and heart to shepherd God’s people faithfully, let us pray to the Lord.
- For an end to violence and conflict in the world, that the peace of Christ may reign in every land, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who doubt their self-worth, that they may discover the love God has for them, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish family, that our love for one another may be a sign of Christ’s presence, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3
- For the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church, that she may be a beacon of truth and hope for all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For Bishop N., that he may lead this diocese with unwavering faith and courage in the face of challenges, let us pray to the Lord.
- For refugees and migrants fleeing oppression, that they may find safe haven and be treated with dignity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with addictions, that they may experience God’s healing and find the path to recovery, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our local community, that we may build a society of justice, love, and solidarity, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4
- For the Church, that she may be renewed in the fire of the Holy Spirit and burn brightly with love for God and neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our Bishop N., that he may be a faithful steward of the mysteries of Christ and a wise teacher of the faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those persecuted for their beliefs, that they may remain steadfast in their witness and find solace in God’s love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of human life from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.
- For this worshipping community, that our celebration of the Eucharist may transform us to be Christ’s hands and feet in the world, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5
- For the Church throughout the world, that she may be united in faith, hope, and love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For Bishop N., that he may lead with compassion, humility, and zeal for the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.
- For nations torn by conflict and strife, that dialogue and negotiation may replace violence and retribution, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have lost hope, that they may discover the meaning and purpose God intends for their lives, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that our witness to the risen Christ may draw others to embrace the faith, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6
- For the Church, that she may always remain faithful to the teachings of Christ and the apostles, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our Bishop N., that he may be strengthened to carry out his ministry with courage and conviction, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who work to promote human rights and social justice, that their efforts may bear abundant fruit, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the lonely and homebound, that they may experience the comfort of Christ’s abiding presence, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our community of believers, that we may be salt and light for the world around us, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #7
- For the Church, the people of God redeemed by Christ’s blood, that she may shine forth as a light to the nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For Bishop N., that the Lord may renew his zeal and grant him perseverance in guiding this local Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who care for the sick, elderly, and disabled, that they may be strengthened in their service, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those enslaved by poverty, hunger, or oppression, that they may experience the liberating power of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may reach out to the lost and forgotten with the love of the Good Shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.