Here are prayers of the faithful for this week Monday December 9th – Sunday 15th December 2024, 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, December 9, 2024
- That the Church may always be a beacon of hope for those seeking healing and forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.
- That leaders may work to make healthcare accessible to all, especially those with physical disabilities, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those paralyzed by anxiety and depression, that they may find strength in Christ’s healing presence, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may have the faith to break through barriers to bring others to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those experiencing spiritual drought, that they may find refreshment in God’s mercy, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those struggling with addiction in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased loved ones, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may faithfully carry out her mission of healing and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.
- That those burdened by physical and mental illness may experience Christ’s healing touch, let us pray to the Lord.
- For medical professionals, that they may serve with compassion and skill, let us pray to the Lord.
- That our wasteland of violence may be transformed into gardens of peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing mobility challenges, that they may receive proper care and support, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those affected by gun violence in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the eternal rest of those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
- For the Church, that she may faithfully prepare the way of the Lord in modern times, let us pray to the Lord.
- That our spiritual shepherds may tenderly guide those lost in materialism and secularism, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who feel lost amid inflation and economic hardship, that they may find their way back to hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- That like the Good Shepherd, we may reach out to those who have strayed from faith, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For families struggling with rising living costs in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the holy Catholic Church may be a voice of comfort in times of distress, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to reduce the national deficit, that they may make wise decisions for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may create straight paths of justice in our society’s moral wilderness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those lost in addiction, that they may be found and restored to wholeness, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may care for creation as faithful stewards of God’s gifts, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those seeking employment in our parish community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
- For the universal Church, that she may be renewed in strength and purpose, let us pray to the Lord.
- That those weary from life’s burdens may find rest in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those experiencing exhaustion from mental health challenges, that they may find support and healing, let us pray to the Lord.
- That young people may discover their strength in God’s unchanging love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who feel their prayers go unheard, that they may experience God’s presence, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those suffering from anxiety disorders in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased brothers and sisters, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the Church may effectively minister to those bearing heavy burdens, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators striving to improve the quality of public education, let us pray to the Lord.
- That those exhausted by life’s demands may find rest in Christ’s gentle embrace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who feel powerless in the face of social challenges, that they may be strengthened, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those facing mental health challenges 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.
Thursday, December 12, 2024 (Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe)
- For the Church’s mission of bringing God’s justice and peace to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- That nations may work together for peace and understanding, let us pray to the Lord.
- For expectant mothers facing difficulties, that they may find strength in Mary’s example, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may bring Christ’s presence to others through acts of kindness, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those experiencing domestic violence in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our beloved dead, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- That the Church may be strengthened in her work of evangelization, let us pray to the Lord.
- For unity among peoples of different cultures and backgrounds, let us pray to the Lord.
- That like Mary, we may respond with joy to God’s call in our lives, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those seeking spiritual renewal, that they may find God in their midst, let us pray to the Lord.
- That young people may be inspired by Mary’s faithful example, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those suffering from bullying in our schools, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
Friday, December 13, 2024
- For the Church’s fidelity to God’s commandments and teachings, let us pray to the Lord.
- That leaders may govern with wisdom and justice, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with addiction, that they may find healing and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may recognize Christ’s presence in those society rejects, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families facing financial hardship due to inflation, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those battling depression in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed loved ones, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the unity and holiness of the Catholic Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to address climate change and environmental concerns, let us pray to the Lord.
- That those affected by gun violence may find healing and hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people seeking direction in life, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those facing unemployment 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.
Saturday, December 14, 2024
- That the Church may effectively proclaim liberty to modern-day captives, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those imprisoned by addiction and despair, that they may find freedom, let us pray to the Lord.
- That the brokenhearted may experience God’s healing touch, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those working to reform the criminal justice system, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may bring good news to the poor through concrete actions, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those struggling with chronic illness in our parish, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased brothers and sisters, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church’s mission of bringing good news to the oppressed, let us pray to the Lord.
- That healthcare may become more accessible to those in need, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those bound by poverty and unemployment, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may be instruments of God’s comfort to those who mourn, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For victims of human trafficking in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
Sunday, December 15, 2024
- That the Church may radiate the joy of Christ’s presence, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in authority, that they may serve with justice and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may share our resources generously with those in need, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those preparing for Baptism, that they may open their hearts to the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may combat the moral crisis in our society through faithful witness, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those affected by natural disasters in our region, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our faithful departed, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the unity and holiness of the Catholic Church, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may work to eliminate corruption and exploitation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those seeking spiritual renewal during this Advent season, let us pray to the Lord.
- That we may be good stewards of creation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing persecution for their faith, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those struggling with mental health in our community, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.