Here are 8 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for New Year’s Day, 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 Year’s Day
OPTION #1:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may begin this year renewed in her mission of evangelization, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may be guided by wisdom in promoting peace throughout this new year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who begin this year in poverty or homelessness, that they may find dignity and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families facing financial uncertainty, that they may find stability and hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with anxiety about the future, that they may find peace in God’s providence, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community beginning medical treatments this year, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who died as the old year ended, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the Church’s ministry of mercy and reconciliation, that it may flourish in this new year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who govern nations, that they may work tirelessly for justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the unemployed beginning another year of job searching, that they may find meaningful work, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those battling addiction, that this new year may bring healing and recovery, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people starting new endeavors, that they may be guided by faith, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our parish ministries and their new year initiatives, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed loved ones, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3:
- That the holy Catholic Church may lead all people to deeper faith this year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civic leaders beginning new terms, that they may serve with integrity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For victims of violence and persecution, that they may find safety and peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from depression and anxiety, that they may discover hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For healthcare workers facing continuing challenges, that they may be strengthened, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the sick of our parish community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4:
- For the Church under persecution, that she may remain strong throughout the year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For international cooperation in addressing global challenges this year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those burdened by debt, that they may find relief and assistance, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families divided by conflict, that this year may bring reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to protect the environment, that their efforts may bear fruit, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community facing surgery or treatment, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5:
- For the universal Church, that she may begin this year with renewed vigor, let us pray to the Lord.
- For elected officials, that they may promote the common good in the new year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For refugees and migrants seeking new beginnings, that they may find welcome, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those starting new educational pursuits, that they may grow in wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by natural disasters, that they may receive aid and support, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the homebound members of our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased relatives and friends, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6:
- That the Church may guide all people to deeper communion this year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For peace among nations in this new year, that dialogue may prevail over conflict, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing serious illness, that they may find strength and healing, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people seeking direction, that they may discover their vocation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by inflation and economic hardship, that they may find relief, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community struggling with mental health, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #7:
- For the holy Catholic Church’s mission of evangelization this year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government leaders, that they may work for justice and human dignity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those seeking employment, that new opportunities may arise, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families beginning new chapters, that they may be blessed with unity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working in emergency services, that they may be protected, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the success of our parish outreach programs, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died recently, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #8:
- For the Church’s ministry of peace and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in public service, that they may lead with wisdom this year, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with addiction, that they may find freedom and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators and students beginning a new term, that they may be inspired, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to end poverty and hunger, that their work may bear fruit, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the spiritual growth of our parish in this new year, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed brothers and sisters, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
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