Here are 7 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for naidoc week, 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 Naidoc Week
OPTION #1:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may persevere in faith and unity, guided by the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our government leaders, that they may work towards policies that uphold the dignity of Indigenous Australians and foster unity in our nation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the Indigenous communities across Australia, that their rich cultural heritage may be preserved and celebrated, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may grow in understanding and respect for the First Peoples of this land, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the youth of our nation, that they may be inspired to build a future of justice and harmony for all, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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 #2:
- For the Church, that she may be a beacon of hope and mercy, reaching out to the poor and marginalized, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our civil authorities, that they may work towards closing the gap in education, health, and employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have suffered from the impacts of colonization and dispossession, that they may find healing and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may acknowledge and learn from the wisdom and spiritual traditions of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of sacred sites and the preservation of Indigenous languages, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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 #3:
- That the Church may remain steadfast in proclaiming the Gospel and defending the sanctity of life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our nation’s leaders, that they may be guided by a spirit of justice and respect in their decisions affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in Indigenous health and education, that they may be supported and empowered to make a positive difference, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may acknowledge and learn from the rich cultural heritage of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of Indigenous lands and the preservation of their traditional ways of life, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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 #4:
- For the Church under persecution, that the faith and sacraments may hold the people together, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our political leaders, that they may have the courage to address the systemic issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in Indigenous affairs, that they may be guided by wisdom and compassion in their efforts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may be open to learning from the spiritual traditions and connection to the land of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of Indigenous sacred sites and the preservation of their cultural practices, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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:
- For the Church in her universal ministry of mercy and forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our government officials, that they may prioritize addressing the disparities in health, education, and employment faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in Indigenous communities, that they may be guided by respect and cultural sensitivity in their efforts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may learn from the wisdom and resilience of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the preservation of Indigenous languages and the protection of their cultural heritage, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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 #6:
- That the holy Catholic Church may be united in fidelity to the Pope and Bishops, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our civil authorities, that they may be guided by a spirit of justice and compassion in their decisions affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in Indigenous education, that they may be empowered to provide quality learning opportunities that celebrate and preserve Indigenous cultures, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may acknowledge and learn from the spiritual connection to the land of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of Indigenous sacred sites and the preservation of their traditional practices, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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 #7:
- That Christ, obedient to his Father, may guide all members of the Church to trust in God’s promises, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our national leaders, that they may prioritize addressing the ongoing challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in Indigenous health and welfare, that they may be supported and empowered to make a positive difference, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may be open to learning from the wisdom and resilience of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the preservation of Indigenous languages and the protection of their cultural heritage, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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 #8:
- For the Church, that she may be a voice for justice and reconciliation, supporting the rights and well-being of Indigenous Australians, let us pray to the Lord.
- For our government officials, that they may prioritize addressing the disparities in health, education, and employment faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in Indigenous communities, that they may be guided by respect and cultural sensitivity in their efforts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Australians, that we may acknowledge and learn from the spiritual traditions and connection to the land of the First Peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of Indigenous sacred sites and the preservation of their traditional ways of life, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events. 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.