Prayers of the faithful for New Academic Year – #7 OPTIONS
Here are 7 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for new academic year, 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 New Academic Year
OPTION #1:
- For Catholic schools and universities: That they may remain faithful to their mission of forming students in both faith and reason, witnessing to the harmony between scientific knowledge and religious truth, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all educators, that they may be inspired to teach with passion and dedication in this new school year, let us pray to the Lord.
- That students may grow in knowledge, faith, and character throughout their studies, let us pray to the Lord.
- For parents and guardians, that they may support and encourage their children’s educational journey, let us pray to the Lord.
- That Catholic schools may be strengthened in their mission to form young people in faith and academic excellence, 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 Pope and bishops: That they may guide the Church’s educational mission with wisdom and discernment, fostering a culture of learning rooted in faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- That government leaders may make wise decisions regarding education policies, let us pray to the Lord.
- For students facing challenges in their studies, that they may find the support and resources they need, let us pray to the Lord.
- That school communities may foster environments of respect, inclusion, and mutual understanding, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the safety and well-being of all students, teachers, and staff as they return to school, 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 universal Church may continue to inspire and guide educational institutions worldwide, let us pray to the Lord.
- For teachers and administrators, that they may lead with wisdom and compassion in the coming academic year, let us pray to the Lord.
- That students may develop a love for learning and a desire to use their knowledge in service to others, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families struggling with the costs of education, that they may find the necessary support, let us pray to the Lord.
- That Catholic schools may be beacons of faith formation and academic excellence in our communities, 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 vocations to the priesthood and religious life: That young people in academic settings may be open to God’s call and courageously respond to the vocation of service in the Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- That civic leaders may work to ensure quality education for all children, regardless of background or circumstance, let us pray to the Lord.
- For students entering new schools or beginning higher education, that they may transition smoothly and find supportive communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- That educators may be renewed in their vocation to teach and inspire young minds, let us pray to the Lord.
- For an increase in respect for religious freedom in educational settings, 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:
- That the Church may continue to be a source of wisdom and guidance in the field of education, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who work in schools—teachers, staff, and administrators—that they may be blessed in their service to students, let us pray to the Lord.
- That students may develop their God-given talents and abilities to their fullest potential this academic year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For parents and guardians, that they may be effective partners in their children’s education, let us pray to the Lord.
- That Catholic schools may continue to provide excellent education rooted in Gospel values, 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:
- For the Church’s mission of evangelization through education: That all members of the Church may recognize their role in sharing the Gospel through the ministry of education, whether as teachers, students, or supporters, let us pray to the Lord.
- That government officials may work to improve educational opportunities for all children, let us pray to the Lord.
- For students facing academic challenges, that they may persevere and find the help they need, let us pray to the Lord.
- That school communities may be free from bullying and promote mutual respect among all, let us pray to the Lord.
- For an increase in vocations to Catholic education, 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 the Church may continue to inspire educational excellence and moral formation in schools, let us pray to the Lord.
- For wisdom and discernment for all those in educational leadership roles, let us pray to the Lord.
- That students may grow in knowledge, faith, and character throughout this academic year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families facing financial difficulties in providing education for their children, that they may find support and resources, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the safety and well-being of all students, especially those in areas of conflict or natural disasters, 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.