Here are prayers of the faithful for this week Monday March 3rd – Sunday March 9th 2025, 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 – March 3rd, 2025
- For the Church, that she may proclaim God’s mercy and invite all to return to the Lord with sincere hearts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government leaders, that they may govern with wisdom and justice, creating policies that respect the dignity of all people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have lost hope, that they may find encouragement and strength to return to the Most High, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with wealth and material possessions, that like the rich young man in the Gospel, they may hear Christ’s call to generosity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people distracted by social media and technology, that they may discover the lasting treasure of a relationship with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community suffering from anxiety and depression, that they may experience Christ’s healing presence, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all who have died, that they may praise the Most High in his heavenly kingdom, especially N., let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Church, that she may continue to be a sign of God’s mercy and forgiveness to all who have sinned, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in positions of authority, that they may recognize their actions are all “as plain as the sun” to God, and govern with integrity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the poor and vulnerable burdened by rising healthcare costs, that they may receive the care they need, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families struggling with inflation, that they may find economic relief and support, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those fighting addiction, that they may find freedom and healing through returning to the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For victims of gun violence in our communities, that they may find healing and peace, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the faithful departed, especially N., that they may glorify God in eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
- For the Church, that in keeping the law of Christ she may offer the sacrifice of thanksgiving in all circumstances, let us pray to the Lord.
- For lawmakers addressing immigration reform, that they may create just and compassionate policies, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who have left homes, families, and security to follow Christ, that they may receive the hundredfold promised by our Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who seek the Lord with sincere hearts, that they may be filled with goodness as promised in today’s reading, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators and students, that they may pursue knowledge with wisdom and dedication, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those suffering from chronic illness in our community, that they may find strength and hope in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our deceased loved ones, especially N., that having left everything to follow Christ, they may receive eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may serve the Lord faithfully and reach the hearts of all people with the Gospel message, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil authorities, that they may serve with integrity and work for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing financial hardship due to inflation, that they may receive the assistance they need and find economic stability, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who have sacrificed for the sake of the Gospel, that like Peter and the apostles, they may receive the Lord’s promised reward, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who give alms and offer sacrifices of thanksgiving, that their generosity may be blessed as described in today’s reading from Sirach, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those battling depression and mental health challenges in our parish, that they may find appropriate treatment and support, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the souls of the faithful departed, especially N., that they may be welcomed into their eternal inheritance, let us pray to the Lord.
Wednesday – March 5th, 2025
- For the universal Church, that she may be a witness to the holiness of God among all nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders of nations engaged in conflict, that they may seek paths of peace and reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who do not know the one true God, that through Christian witness they may come to faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For Christians facing persecution, that like Christ on his way to Jerusalem, they may remain steadfast in faith despite suffering, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with the fear of death, that Christ’s promise of resurrection may give them comfort and hope, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community affected by drug addiction, that they may find healing and recovery, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our faithful departed, especially N., that having shared in Christ’s suffering they may also share in his resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the Church throughout the world, that she may show forth God’s glory to all nations, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders working to address climate change, that their efforts may be effective in protecting our common home, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who are amazed or afraid by Christ’s challenging message, that they may find courage to follow him even on difficult paths, let us pray to the Lord.
- For victims of violence and oppression, that they may find justice and healing, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who are preparing for baptism or confirmation, that they may embrace the cross of Christ with faith and love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For healthcare workers serving the sick and vulnerable, that they may be strengthened in their ministry, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For the unemployed in our community, that they may find meaningful work to support themselves and their families, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all who have died, especially N., that after sharing in Christ’s suffering they may share in his glory, let us pray to the Lord.
Thursday – March 6th, 2025
- For the Church, that she may preserve and proclaim the wisdom of God found in Scripture and Tradition, let us pray to the Lord.
- For political leaders, that they may exercise authority as service rather than lordship over others, as Jesus taught, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who study the law of the Most High, that they may penetrate the subtleties of parables and hidden meanings, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those seeking positions of honor and glory, that they may learn from Jesus’ words to become servants of all, let us pray to the Lord.
- For victims of human trafficking, that they may be liberated from their oppression and find healing, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For families in our community facing educational inequality, that they may have access to quality education for their children, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the faithful departed, especially N., that the Lord who came to serve may welcome them into his kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that all her members may follow Christ’s example of humble service rather than seeking worldly power or recognition, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those in authority in government and business, that they may reject the temptation to be tyrants and instead serve the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- For scholars and theologians who devote themselves to studying sacred wisdom, that their insights may enrich the faith of all believers, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from violent crime in our communities, that they may receive justice and healing, let us pray to the Lord.
- For parents and teachers, that they may nurture in children the desire to serve rather than to be served, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those experiencing bullying or workplace harassment, that they may find support and an end to their suffering, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community affected by inflation and rising costs, that they may receive the assistance they need, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our brothers and sisters who have died, especially N., that having served others on earth they may be welcomed by Christ into eternal joy, let us pray to the Lord.
Friday – March 7th, 2025
- For the Church, that she may be cautious and wise in navigating the challenges of the modern world, as Sirach counsels in today’s reading, let us pray to the Lord.
- For government leaders addressing gun violence, that they may implement effective solutions for public safety, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from physical or spiritual blindness, that like Bartimaeus they may cry out to Jesus with persistent faith and receive healing, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those experiencing economic distress, that they may be freed from the fear of death that troubles the heart, as described in today’s first reading, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who feel marginalized or silenced by society, that they may, like Bartimaeus, continue to call on Christ despite opposition, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our parish preparing for surgery or medical procedures, that they may experience Christ’s healing presence, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the faithful departed, especially N., that they may see the face of Christ in eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the universal Church, that she may hear the cries of those in need and respond with compassion as Jesus did to Bartimaeus, let us pray to the Lord.
- For elected officials working to address the federal budget deficit, that they may make wise decisions for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- For the blind and visually impaired, that they may receive the support and accessibility they need to live with dignity, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who experience great distress in life, that they may find comfort in God’s presence and the support of the Christian community, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who seek healing from Christ, that they may have the courage to ask, “What do you want me to do for you?” and the faith to receive his response, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those burdened by the desires of the heart, that they may find peace through living virtuously, as today’s first reading encourages, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community suffering from addiction, that they may find freedom and support in their recovery, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For those who have died, especially N., that they may spring up like Bartimaeus and come to Jesus in eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
Saturday – March 8th, 2025
- For the Church, that she may proclaim Christ as the blessed one who comes in the name of the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
- For civil authorities, that they may recognize the coming kingdom of God and work for justice and peace, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those troubled by the thought of death, that they may find comfort in the Christian hope of resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who spread their cloaks on the road for Jesus, welcoming him with joy and faith today, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who work to preserve our environment, that their efforts to care for our common home may be fruitful, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community facing terminal illness, that they may find peace in Christ and the support of their brothers and sisters, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed loved ones, especially N., that they may join the heavenly Jerusalem in praising God eternally, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the holy Catholic Church, that she may always welcome Christ with hosannas of faith and love, let us pray to the Lord.
- For world leaders, that like Jesus entering Jerusalem with humility, they may serve their people with selfless dedication, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who fear death, that they may find hope in Christ who conquers death and offers eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who work to address tax policies, that they may promote fairness and economic stability, let us pray to the Lord.
- For young people in our parish preparing for Confirmation, that they may welcome Christ into their hearts with joy and commitment, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who are at peace in their possessions, that they may use their resources generously for the good of others, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For emergency responders in our community, that God may protect them as they serve others, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For all the faithful departed, especially N., that they may join the heavenly procession praising God forever, let us pray to the Lord.
Sunday – March 9th, 2025
- For the Church, that during this Lenten season she may be led by the Spirit to deeper conversion and witness, let us pray to the Lord.
- For leaders of nations, that they may resist the temptation to power and domination and instead work for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those suffering from hunger around the world, that they may receive not only bread for physical nourishment but also spiritual nourishment through faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For catechumens preparing for baptism, that like Christ in the desert, they may resist temptation and grow stronger in faith, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all who have wandered from their spiritual home, that like the Israelites recalling God’s care for them, they may return to the Lord with grateful hearts, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those struggling with addiction, that they may find strength to resist temptation and embrace healing, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our community affected by mental health challenges, that they may receive appropriate care and support, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For our departed brothers and sisters, especially N., that they may dwell in the land flowing with milk and honey that God has prepared, let us pray to the Lord.
OPTION #2:
- For the universal Church, that during this Lenten journey she may be filled with the Holy Spirit and faithfully resist the temptations of the evil one, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those entrusted with political leadership, that they may reject the temptation to seek power and glory for themselves and instead serve the needs of their people, let us pray to the Lord.
- For immigrants and refugees, that like the wandering Aramean, they may find welcome and security in new lands, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those facing temptation, that they may follow Jesus’ example of relying on God’s word and refusing to put the Lord to the test, let us pray to the Lord.
- For families observing Lent together, that this season may be a time of spiritual growth and renewal, let us pray to the Lord.
- For educators working to improve the quality of public education, that they may succeed in their important mission, let us pray to the Lord.
I. For those in our parish battling depression and anxiety, that they may find peace in Christ who overcame all trials, let us pray to the Lord.
II. For the faithful departed, especially N., that having completed their earthly journey they may enter the promised land of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.
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