Here are prayers of the faithful for this week Monday November 4th – Sunday November 10th, and written following the instructions of the General instructions of the Roman Missal.
These prayers are crafted using words from the readings of each day as well as the Gospel. Also, you can convert this into a pdf with the click of a single button, hopefully this saves you some time this week to prepare for other aspects of the Mass. Check out how we write our prayers here!
MONDAY – NOVEMBER 4TH, 2024
- That the Church may faithfully proclaim God’s boundless mercy and wisdom to all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- That world leaders may show compassion to the poor and vulnerable, following Christ’s example, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with addiction, that they may find strength and healing through God’s grace, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may extend Christian hospitality to those often overlooked in our society, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by gun violence in our communities, that they may find comfort and peace, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those suffering from anxiety and depression in our parish community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed loved ones, especially N., that they may rejoice in God’s eternal mercy, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may effectively proclaim God’s saving love to all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- That government leaders may work to address the healthcare crisis affecting many families, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those experiencing financial hardship due to inflation, that they may receive the support they need, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may have the courage to invite the marginalized to our table, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing unemployment, that they may find meaningful work, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of the faithful departed, especially N., that they may find rest in God’s presence, let us pray to the Lord.
TUESDAY – NOVEMBER 5TH, 2024
- That the Church may be united in Christ as one body, serving with different gifts but one Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in public service, that they may lead with genuine love and honor, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with mental health challenges, that they may find support and understanding, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may show hospitality to immigrants and refugees in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators working to improve the quality of public education, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our parish experiencing loneliness, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the faithful departed, especially N., that they may share in Christ’s glory, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Church, that she may remain constant in prayer and service, let us pray to the Lord.
- That elected officials may work to address the federal deficit responsibly, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who feel excluded from society, that they may find welcome in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep, let us pray to the Lord.
- For victims of bullying, that they may find strength and support, 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, especially N., that they may be welcomed to the eternal banquet, let us pray to the Lord.
WEDNESDAY – NOVEMBER 6TH, 2024
- That the Church may fulfill the law of love in all her actions, let us pray to the Lord.
- For legislators working to address gun violence in our communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may have wisdom in managing our resources as faithful disciples, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those burdened by the cost of living, that they may find relief, 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., that they may rest in peace, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the Church in her mission of spreading God’s love, let us pray to the Lord.
- That civil authorities may work to protect the dignity of all people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling to follow Christ amid worldly pressures, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may love our neighbors as ourselves in concrete ways, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to address climate change, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the sick members of our parish community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of the faithful departed, especially N., that they may see God face to face, let us pray to the Lord.
THURSDAY – NOVEMBER 7TH, 2024
- For God’s holy Church, that she may be a visible sign of unity in our divided world, let us pray to the Lord.
- That government leaders may serve with accountability before God, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those lost in addiction, that like the lost sheep they may be found, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may avoid judging others, remembering we all stand before God, let us pray to the Lord.
- For healthcare workers serving the sick and elderly, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those suffering from seasonal depression in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed loved ones, especially N., that they may live forever in the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the Church may welcome sinners with Christ’s compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to reform the criminal justice system, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may recognize Christ as Lord of both the living and the dead, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with moral decisions in their lives, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the success of our parish youth programs, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the deceased members of our parish, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
FRIDAY – NOVEMBER 8TH, 2024
- For the Church in her mission to spread the Gospel where Christ is not yet known, let us pray to the Lord.
- That civic leaders may use resources wisely and justly, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing financial difficulties, that they may find honest solutions, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may be filled with the power of the Holy Spirit in our daily work, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by violent crime in our cities, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those seeking employment in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased relatives and friends, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the holy Church may be strengthened in her priestly service, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to address the opioid crisis, let us pray to the Lord.
- That Christians may be good stewards of their resources, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from inflation and economic hardship, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may use our talents to serve others faithfully, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., that they may rest in peace, let us pray to the Lord.
SATURDAY – NOVEMBER 9TH, 2024
- For the unity of all Christian churches in truth and love, let us pray to the Lord.
- That elected officials may work for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who risk their lives in service to others, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may be faithful in small matters as in great ones, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to protect the environment, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For victims of domestic violence in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Church, that she may be united in the bond of peace as one body in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to improve public education, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may greet one another with genuine Christian love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with questions of faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by natural disasters, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those battling anxiety in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased loved ones, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
SUNDAY – NOVEMBER 10TH, 2024
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may shine forth as a light to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- That government leaders may work for peace and justice, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those burdened by poverty and need, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may be faithful stewards of God’s gifts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to end gun violence in our communities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from depression and mental illness, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the spiritual growth of our parish community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the Church may always proclaim God’s mercy and love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those seeking solutions to healthcare accessibility, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may be faithful witnesses to Christ in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those affected by addiction and their families, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the protection of human dignity and life at all stages, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the success of our parish ministries, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.