Prayers of the faithful for Souls in Purgatory #7 OPTIONS
Here are 7 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for Souls in Purgatory, 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 Souls in Purgatory
The sets of intentions in this post contain two optional intentions, labeled I and II. Intention I addresses a local, topical need for the living, while Intention II is for the deceased, with an option to add names if customary.
OPTION #1
- That the Catholic Church may remain steadfast in unity and love under the leadership of the Pope and Bishops, let us pray to the Lord.
- For public authorities, that they may promote laws that respect the dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that the Lord may cleanse them of their sins and welcome them into His Kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have no one to pray for them, that they may experience the love and mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. For all the members of our community who have died, especially N. Let us pray to the lord
OPTION #2
- For the Church’s mission across all nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government leaders, that they may enact policies that uphold the dignity and sanctity of human life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that through our prayers and the sacrifice of the Mass, they may be cleansed of their sins and enter into the kingdom of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have lost loved ones, that they may be consoled by the promise of the resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. That the Son of Man may grant his salvation to those who have died in our community, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3
- For the Church in times of trial, that her members may find strength and unity in the Eucharist and the Word, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil authorities, that they may govern with justice and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that through the mercy of God they may enter into the kingdom of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families mourning the loss of loved ones, that they may find comfort in the promise of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. That the Son of Man may grant his salvation to those who have died in our community, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4
- For the Church, that she may stand firm against all adversities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil leaders, that they may govern with wisdom, seeking the common good of all, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that they may be purified and welcomed into the eternal banquet, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who mourn, that they may be comforted by the hope of the resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. For all the members of our community who have died, especially N.Let us pray to the lord
OPTION #5
- For the Church’s efforts to spread the Gospel of mercy and peace to every corner of the world, let us pray to the Lord.
- For public officials, that they may promote justice for all, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that they may receive the mercy of God and enter into eternal joy, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who provide spiritual and emotional support to those who grieve, that they may be instruments of God’s comfort, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. For all the members of our community who have died, especially N.Let us pray to the lord
OPTION #6
- For the Church, that in moments of persecution, she may remain unshaken and true to her mission, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil authorities, that they may work for peace and justice in our world, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that they may be purified and enter into the light of God’s presence, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who are grieving the loss of a loved one, that they may find comfort in their faith and the support of their community, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. That the Son of Man may grant his salvation to our deceased loved ones, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #7
- For the needs of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil leaders, that they may govern with integrity, seeking the good of all people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the souls in purgatory, that they may receive the fullness of God’s mercy and enter into eternal peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who mourn the loss of loved ones, that they may be comforted, let us pray to the Lord.
I. (For our sick, bereaved, parish project, events, etc., let us pray to the Lord.)
II. For all the members of our community who have died, especially N.Let us pray to the lord