Here are 8 Different sets of prayers of the faithful specifically for World Youth 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 World Youth Day
OPTION #1
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may continue to inspire and guide young people in their faith journey, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the Holy Father and bishops gathering with youth from around the world, that they may be strengthened in their pastoral leadership, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young pilgrims traveling to World Youth Day, that their journey may be safe and spiritually enriching, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those unable to attend World Youth Day due to financial constraints, that they may be united with us in spirit, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people seeking their vocation, that this gathering may help them hear God’s call clearly, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the youth of our parish community preparing for World Youth Day, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For deceased youth ministers and mentors, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2
- For the Church’s mission to evangelize young people, that it may bear abundant fruit during World Youth Day, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil authorities in the host country, that they may provide safe and welcoming conditions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people struggling with mental health challenges, that they may find hope and healing through this gathering, let us pray to the Lord.
- For unity among young Catholics from different cultures and nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who work in youth ministry, that their dedication may inspire many hearts, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our local youth groups and their special intentions, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For young people who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2
- For the universal Church, that she may be renewed by the enthusiasm of young Catholics, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may work to create opportunities for young people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people facing persecution for their faith, that they may be strengthened by this global gathering, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those battling addiction and substance abuse, that they may find support and healing, let us pray to the Lord.
- For vocations to the priesthood and religious life to flourish through World Youth Day, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the spiritual fruits of World Youth Day in our diocese, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of young people who have died tragically, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #4
- For the holy Church, that she may effectively communicate the Gospel to new generations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For peace among nations, that young people may become builders of bridges between cultures, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people seeking direction in life, that they may find guidance through this gathering, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with unemployment and economic challenges, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people working to protect the environment, that their efforts may inspire others, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the success of our parish youth programs, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For deceased youth leaders who inspired young people in faith, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #5
- That the Church may be strengthened by the witness of young Catholics gathering in faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government leaders, that they may promote policies supporting youth development, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people experiencing anxiety and depression, that they may find hope through this celebration, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families supporting their children’s faith journey, that they may be blessed, let us pray to the Lord.
- For youth ministers and catechists, that they may be renewed in their mission, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For young people in our community facing personal challenges, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the faithful departed who dedicated their lives to youth ministry, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #6
- For the Church’s ongoing ministry to youth, that it may continue to bear fruit, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who organize and facilitate World Youth Day, that their work may glorify God, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people struggling with their faith, that they may find renewed conviction, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by violence and social unrest, that they may find peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people discerning their life’s purpose, that they may be open to God’s will, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the spiritual renewal of our parish youth through World Youth Day, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For deceased young people from our community, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #7
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may continue to nurture young people’s faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that they may work to ensure peace for future generations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people facing poverty and lack of opportunity, that they may find hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to prevent youth suicide and self-harm, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the unity of young Christians across denominational lines, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our local efforts to support youth participation in World Youth Day, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the young faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #8
- For the Church’s mission to evangelize youth through World Youth Day, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civic leaders working to create opportunities for young people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people searching for meaning in their lives, that they may encounter Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with social media addiction and digital challenges, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people working for justice and peace, that their efforts may bear fruit, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the ongoing formation of young people in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died while serving youth ministry, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
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