Prayers of the faithful for First Communion – #7 OPTIONS
Here are 7 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for First Communion, 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 First Communion
OPTION #1
- For the holy Catholic Church, that it may continue to nourish the faith of believers through the Sacraments, especially the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the children receiving their First Communion today, that this sacred encounter with Christ may fill their hearts with joy and strengthen their love for the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the parents and families of the First Communicants, that through their example and guidance, they may nurture the seeds of faith planted in their children’s hearts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may welcome and support these young disciples of Christ with open arms and encouraging words, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all of us gathered here, that the celebration of First Communion may renew our appreciation for the gift of the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2
- For the Church, that it may be a faithful teacher of the truth about the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the First Communicants, that receiving the Body and Blood of Christ may fill them with a deep and lasting love for the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the catechists and teachers who have prepared these children, that their efforts may bear abundant fruit in the lives of their students, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the families of the First Communicants, that their homes may be true domestic churches where the faith is lived and celebrated, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our community, that we may be living witnesses to the transformative power of the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3
- For the Church, that it may always reverence and uphold the sacred mystery of the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the First Communicants, that this encounter with the Bread of Life may awaken in them a deep hunger for Christ and His teachings, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have fallen away from the practice of their faith, that the joy of these First Communicants may inspire them to return to the Lord’s table, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the parents and godparents of the First Communicants, that they may continue to nurture the gift of faith in their children and godchildren, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish family, that we may be a welcoming and supportive community for these young disciples of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4
- For the Catholic Church, that it may continue to faithfully celebrate and share the gift of the Eucharist with the world, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the First Communicants, that receiving the Body and Blood of Christ may fill them with a deep and lasting love for the Lord and His Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the families of the First Communicants, that their homes may be sanctuaries of faith, love, and devotion to the Eucharistic Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Catholics, that the example of these young believers may inspire us to renew our love and reverence for the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our community, that we may be a living witness to the transformative power of the Eucharist in our words and deeds, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5
- For the Church, that it may continue to proclaim the truth and beauty of the Eucharistic mystery, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the First Communicants, that this sacred encounter with the Bread of Life may strengthen their faith and draw them ever closer to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the parents, godparents, and families of the First Communicants, that they may be living examples of faith, love, and devotion to the Eucharistic Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may be a welcoming and supportive home for these young disciples of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all of us, that the joy and enthusiasm of these First Communicants may renew our appreciation for the precious gift of the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6
- For the Church, that it may be a beacon of hope and a source of spiritual nourishment for all who seek the Bread of Life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the First Communicants, that this sacred encounter with Christ in the Eucharist may fill their hearts with a lasting peace and joy, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the families of the First Communicants, that their homes may be true domestic churches where the faith is celebrated and lived with passion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may be a living witness to the power of the Eucharist to transform lives and build a civilization of love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Catholics, that the innocence and enthusiasm of these First Communicants may inspire us to renew our love and reverence for the Most Blessed Sacrament, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #7
- For the holy Catholic Church, that it may continue to faithfully celebrate and share the gift of the Eucharist with the world, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the First Communicants, that this sacred encounter with the Bread of Life may nurture in them a deep and lasting love for Christ and His Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the parents, godparents, and families of the First Communicants, that through their example, they may foster a living faith in these young disciples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our parish community, that we may be a spiritual home for these children, supporting and encouraging them in their journey of faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all of us, that the joy and reverence of these First Communicants may inspire us to renew our love and devotion to the Most Holy Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.