Here are 6 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, 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 the Feast of the Immaculate Conception
OPTION #1:
- For the Church, that following Mary’s example, she may remain pure and spotless in faith and service, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the Holy Father, bishops, priests, and religious, that through Mary’s intercession they may lead God’s people in holiness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all mothers, that they may find inspiration in Mary’s perfect motherhood, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people discerning their vocation, that Mary’s “yes” may inspire their response to God’s call, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of human life from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed brothers and sisters, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may reflect Mary’s fidelity to God’s will, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Christian people, that we may honor Mary’s unique role in salvation history, let us pray to the Lord.
- For expectant mothers, that through Mary’s intercession they may be blessed with safe deliveries, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with temptation, that Mary’s sinless life may inspire their pursuit of holiness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For respect for the dignity of all human persons, created in God’s image, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #3:
- For our Holy Father and all bishops, that Mary may guide them in shepherding God’s people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For religious men and women, that Mary’s purity may inspire their consecrated life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families, that they may find in Mary and Joseph a model of holy family life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those seeking God’s will, that Mary’s obedience may inspire their decisions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the unborn and their parents, that they may receive the support they need, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the sick and suffering in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4:
- For the universal Church, that she may proclaim Mary’s privileged role with joy, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all Christians, that we may grow in devotion to our Blessed Mother, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those consecrated to Mary, that they may live their commitment faithfully, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young women, that they may find in Mary a model of authentic femininity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For greater respect for the sanctity of human life, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased relatives and friends, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5:
- For the Church’s mission of evangelization, that it may be guided by Mary’s maternal care, let us pray to the Lord.
- For vocations to the priesthood and religious life, through Mary’s intercession, let us pray to the Lord.
- For married couples struggling with infertility, that they may find hope through Mary’s prayers, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have wandered from the faith, that Mary may guide them home, let us pray to the Lord.
- For a deeper appreciation of the gift of grace in our lives, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those battling addiction in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of the faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6:
- For our Pope, bishops, and priests, that Mary may strengthen them in their ministry, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those preparing for baptism and confirmation, that Mary may guide their journey, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all mothers, especially those facing difficult pregnancies, let us pray to the Lord.
- For unity among Christians through our common devotion to Mary, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the grace to resist temptation and grow in holiness, let us pray to the Lord. I. For those suffering from depression and anxiety, let us pray to the Lord. II. For those who have died recently, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.