Prayers of the Faithful This Week

Week of April 24 - April 30, 2023

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Monday

Monday, April 24, 2023

Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, priest and martyr

○Optional MemorialLiturgical Color: Red

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, priest and martyr

Option 1
1.For the Church, that in the spirit of Saint Fidelis — who surrendered a career in law to preach the Gospel and died for it — she may count everything loss for the surpassing worth of knowing and proclaiming the Risen Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawyers, judges, and all in the legal profession may be inspired by Fidelis to use their gifts for truth and justice rather than for gain, serving the vulnerable rather than the powerful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who face professional, social, or legal consequences for their Christian faith, that the Easter conviction of Saint Fidelis — Catholic faith, mother of virtues — may sustain them through every cost, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate the Easter virtues Saint Fidelis embodied: fidelity, courage, and the willingness to stand for truth even when it is expensive, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may honour the witness of Saint Fidelis by being a community that speaks clearly and lives consistently — whose faith is visible in the street as well as in the sanctuary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that martyrdom may never be for her a distant historical memory but a living reminder that the Easter faith is a truth people have died for — and that this truth deserves the same commitment from us in our generation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who hold civil power may guarantee the freedom to preach, to teach, and to live the Gospel without intimidation — as Saint Fidelis was denied, and as many are denied today, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who find it costly to identify publicly as Christians in their workplace or community, that the Easter courage of the martyrs may strengthen them to remain faithful without becoming fearful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may hear in Saint Fidelis's last words — Catholic faith, mother of virtues — an invitation to deepen our own Easter faith so that it becomes the source of every good thing we do, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of fidelity — to Christ, to one another, and to those we are sent to serve — worthy of the name that echoes in today's saint, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who preach and teach the faith in hostile or difficult environments.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.For the Church, that she may proclaim the hard saying as well as the easy one — unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood you have no life in you — trusting that the truth, however difficult, sets people free, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may not flinch from difficult truths — how can this be? — but pursue what is real even when reality is demanding, governing with the courage that hard truth requires, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who find this teaching hard, who are standing at the edge of leaving — that the Risen Christ may hold them through the difficulty and bring them to the other side of understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive the Eucharist this week as true food and true drink — not symbolically but really — and let that reality transform us from the inside out, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may take seriously the Eucharistic life — Adoration, frequent Communion, reverence at Mass — as the source from which all its Easter mission flows, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that the promise of today's Gospel may shape her whole vision of the Eucharist: the one who eats me will live because of me — not merely remember, not merely commemorate, but live by the living God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may recognise that the deepest human needs cannot be met by material provision alone — that human beings need true food and true drink that no government programme can supply, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose spiritual hunger is acute — who are living without the Eucharist through isolation, illness, or distance from the Church — that Christ may reach them where they are and nourish them in ways beyond the sacramental, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may abide in Christ and let Him abide in us through the Eucharist — dwelling in the One who is himself the source of all Easter life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may be visibly nourished and alive — a community whose Eucharistic life shows in the quality of its love, service, and welcome to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a renewed reverence and hunger for the Eucharist in our parish.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may proclaim: my flesh for the life of the world — and see in every unborn body a life for which Christ gave his flesh, so that no unborn child may ever be treated as less than a person for whom God died, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may not ask how can this be — dismissing the Church's teaching on life — but receive the evidence of human embryology and act with the seriousness it demands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers who are hungry in every sense — financially, emotionally, spiritually — who cannot imagine sustaining another life when their own is so depleted, that the true food Christ promises may reach them through the hands of this community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may give our own flesh for the life of the world — our time, our money, our presence — for mothers and unborn children who have no one else to speak for them or provide for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish, nourished on the flesh and blood of the Risen Christ, may pour out that same self-giving love in every act of support for mothers, fathers, and children in our neighbourhood, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who give themselves as true food for those in need — in food banks, shelters, and crisis centres.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Tuesday

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

SAINT MARK, EVANGELIST

✦FeastLiturgical Color: Red

Prayers of the Faithful for SAINT MARK, EVANGELIST

Option 1
1.For the Church, that in the spirit of Saint Mark she may proclaim the Gospel with his characteristic urgency — immediately, directly, without decoration — trusting that the Lord will work with those He sends, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may hear the Easter Gospel proclaimed to every creature and understand that no human authority stands beyond its reach or its claim, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For catechists, evangelists, and all who carry on Saint Mark's work today, that they may know the Lord is working with them even when results are invisible and the road is long, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may inherit the lion's courage of Mark — bold, direct, unashamed — speaking the Easter faith without apology in every corner of our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be sent from this Eucharist as Mark was sent from Antioch — commissioned, courageous, and sustained by the working of the Risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that the accompanying signs Mark records — the sick healed, the captive freed, good news proclaimed to the poor — may mark her mission in every generation as they marked the first disciples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those in civil authority may reflect that the Gospel is proclaimed to every creature — that no person, no nation, and no structure of power stands outside the loving claim of the Risen Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the Church in Egypt and Africa, which traces its founding to Saint Mark, that she may be sustained in faith and courage through every difficulty she faces today, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may read the Gospel of Mark this Easter season — its urgency, its vivid detail, its unvarnished Christ — and let its energy reshape the pace and directness of our discipleship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where the Lord works with us — not merely a gathering of our own efforts — so that what we do together bears fruit we could not produce alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all missionaries and evangelists, that Saint Mark may intercede for their work.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Wednesday

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Saturday of the 3rd Week of Easter

·FerialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saturday of the 3rd Week of Easter

Option 1
1.For the Church, that she may be the place where the Good Shepherd's voice is heard clearly — where all who enter find not an institution but a Shepherd who knows them, calls them by name, and gives eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern as shepherds accountable to the One who holds every person in His hand — caring for the flock entrusted to them with the same passion the Good Shepherd shows, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all those discerning a call to priesthood or religious life on this World Day of Prayer for Vocations, that they may hear the Good Shepherd's voice with unmistakeable clarity and find the courage to follow, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may practice listening for the Shepherd's voice amid the many voices competing for our attention — learning in this Easter season to distinguish the one that leads to life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of active prayer for vocations — encouraging young people, making room for discernment, and celebrating the shepherds God sends to his flock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that the Easter promise of today's Gospel may be her unshakeable foundation: no one can take them out of my hand — and that she may proclaim this security to all who live in fear of being lost, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who exercise power over others may be judged by the Good Shepherd's standard — do they hold the vulnerable securely or do they snatch them from safety? — let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who believe they have wandered too far to be gathered back — who feel beyond the reach of any shepherd — that the Easter word may find them: no one can snatch you from the Father's hand, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may rest in the Easter security Christ offers: I give them eternal life and they shall never perish — and let that certainty free us from anxiety and fill us with the courage to follow, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may intercede for the great multitude of Revelation — the people from every nation, tribe, and tongue — and see our local mission as part of that vast Easter gathering the Good Shepherd is drawing home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a renewed confidence in the Good Shepherd who holds us and will never let us go.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Thursday

Thursday, April 27, 2023

4TH SUNDAY OF EASTER

✚SolemnityLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for 4TH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Option 1
1.That the Church, hearing the voice of Christ the Good Shepherd, may always lead the faithful through the one gate of grace into the abundance of his life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern as true shepherds, protecting the vulnerable and seeking the common good, not for their own gain but for those entrusted to their care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For children who are at risk of being robbed of life before birth, that Christ who came so that all might have life abundantly may guard and protect them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn to distinguish the voice of the Good Shepherd from the voices of strangers, and follow him faithfully through the gate that leads to eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may be a sheepfold where all who enter through Christ the gate find pasture, welcome, and the abundant life he promises, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who are sick, suffering, or in need, that Christ the shepherd may find them and carry them home.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may have passed through Christ the gate into the abundant life of the Father's house, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, shepherd of the universal Church, that he may know his flock by name as Christ does and lead all toward the gate of salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all who have wandered from the path may hear the voice of the Good Shepherd calling them home, and not harden their hearts against his word, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers who feel alone and afraid, that they may hear the voice of the shepherd calling them not to fear, and find in the Church a door of welcome and abundant support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may trust in Christ who is the gate: that through him we are saved, through him we find pasture, and through him we enter the fullness of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our local community, that we may embody the abundant life Christ promised, opening our gates wide to the poor, the lonely, and those who seek the truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those searching for meaning and truth, that they may find in Christ the gate that opens to authentic and eternal life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may enter through Christ the gate into the fullness of life in the Father's eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may fearlessly proclaim that Christ came so that all might have life abundantly, defending every human life from conception as a gift of the Good Shepherd's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may hear the shepherd's voice calling them to guard the gate of life and protect unborn children from those who come only to steal, kill, and destroy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For pregnant women in crisis who stand at the gate between life and death for their child, that the voice of the true shepherd may guide them toward the abundant life he longs to give them both, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may resist every voice that diminishes the value of human life, and follow only the shepherd whose voice leads toward flourishing, protection, and abundant love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a sheepfold of mercy where mothers who feel lost or afraid find the shepherd's own care, and never the face of a stranger, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For pregnancy resource centers and all who guard the gate of life for mothers in need, that they may serve with the shepherd's own compassion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children lost before birth may dwell in the eternal pasture of Christ the shepherd, where no one can snatch them away, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Friday

Friday, April 28, 2023

Saint Louis Grignion de Montfort, priest / Saint Peter Chanel, priest and martyr

○Optional MemorialLiturgical Color: White or Red

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Louis Grignion de Montfort, priest

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Louis de Montfort's profound devotion to Mary, may always lead the faithful to Jesus through His mother, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek true wisdom and dedicate themselves to serving God and their people with humility, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are consecrated to Jesus through Mary, that they may live out their commitment with fidelity and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate a deep and tender love for the Blessed Virgin Mary, recognizing her as our mother and guide to holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where Marian devotion flourishes and leads to a deeper love for Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in true devotion to Mary according to the teachings of St. Louis de Montfort.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived with a strong Marian piety may rejoice with St. Louis in the presence of Jesus and Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.That the Church, inspired by the missionary zeal and martyrdom of St. Peter Chanel, may courageously proclaim the Gospel to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may respect religious freedom and protect missionaries and all who witness to their faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all missionaries, especially those in dangerous or difficult situations, that they may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit, like St. Peter Chanel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to sacrifice our lives for the sake of the Gospel, whether through martyrdom or daily self-giving, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be fervent in prayer for missionaries and active in supporting the Church's mission ad gentes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the peoples of Oceania and for the growth of the Church in those lands.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who shed their blood for Christ may share in St. Peter Chanel's glorious reward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may embody the love of the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep, serving the faithful not as hired hands but as pastors who know their flock by name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek the good of those in their care rather than their own gain, shepherding their people with justice and sacrificial love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel lost or abandoned, who have known the flight of the hired hand and not the care of a true shepherd, that they may encounter Christ who will never abandon them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may hear the voice of the Good Shepherd in scripture, in the sacraments, and in one another, and follow him as those who are truly known and loved by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a fold where all Christ's sheep, of every background and walk of life, find unity in the one flock under the one shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all priests and deacons who shepherd God's people, that they may model their ministry on Christ the Good Shepherd who lays down his life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may hear the voice of the Good Shepherd calling them by name into the eternal fold, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with the self-giving love of Christ the Good Shepherd, who knows his flock and lays down his life for each one, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all Christian communities may be drawn into the one flock under the one shepherd, as Christ prays that all may be one, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in our community who feel like lost sheep—the grieving, the isolated, the doubting—that the Good Shepherd who lays down his life may seek them out and draw them home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may find our identity and security in being known by Christ the shepherd, and live from that belovedness rather than from fear or shame, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish family, that we may lay down something of our own comfort and convenience in service to one another, following the shepherd who gave all for love of us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the unity of all Christians, that the prayer of Christ for one flock and one shepherd may be fulfilled in our time.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the eternal pasture where the Good Shepherd leads them beside still waters, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Saturday

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Saint Catherine of Siena, virgin and doctor of the Church

●MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Catherine of Siena

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Catherine of Siena's burning love for Christ and His Mystical Body, may always strive for unity, reform, and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may heed prophetic voices calling for justice and peace, and work for the true good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are called to advise and guide Church leaders, that they may speak with the courage and wisdom of St. Catherine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a passionate love for the Church and be willing to suffer for its purification and renewal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the truth is spoken in love and where all are committed to building up the Body of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the unity of the Church and for the Pope's intentions.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who loved the Church ardently may rejoice with St. Catherine in the heavenly Jerusalem, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be guided by the Holy Spirit and the wisdom of doctors like St. Catherine in shepherding the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may respect the freedom of the Church to speak prophetically on matters of faith and morals, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are called to contemplative prayer and mystical union with God, that their lives may enrich the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may deepen our prayer life, seeking an intimate relationship with Christ, the Bridegroom of our souls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values both action and contemplation, striving for holiness in all things, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be united with Christ in the eternal vision of God's glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church, bearing the light of the risen Christ into a world of darkness, may boldly proclaim that faith in Jesus is faith in the Father who sent him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern by the truth that endures, recognizing that the word of God will one day judge the decisions they make, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who dwell in darkness—the addicted, the despairing, the imprisoned—that the light of Christ may penetrate their night and lead them to life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive Christ's words as the commandment of the Father who gives eternal life, and live by them with trust and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may shine as a light in our community, welcoming all who seek the truth that Christ came to proclaim, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those experiencing spiritual darkness or a crisis of faith, that the light of the risen Christ may illuminate their way.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed, having believed in Christ the Light, may now dwell in the unending light of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may speak the words Christ entrusts to him, as a faithful steward of the Father's commandment, leading the Church into the light of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all nations may hear the voice of Christ whose words come from the Father who sent him, and receive them as a gift of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who remain in darkness—the suffering, the forgotten, and the marginalized—that Christ who came as light into the world may shine upon them this Eastertide, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not merely hear the word of Christ but keep it, so that his command of eternal life may take deep root in our hearts and bear fruit in our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that the light of our Easter faith may not be hidden but shine before others, so that they too may believe in the one the Father has sent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For catechumens and all who are coming to faith, that the word of Christ may take deep root in their hearts.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed by the Father who sent his Son so that all might have eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Sunday

Sunday, April 30, 2023

Saint Pius V, pope

○Optional MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Pius V, pope

Option 1
1.That the Church, under the guidance of her pastors, may always be faithful to sacred tradition and zealous in defending the faith, like St. Pius V, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and promote the true good of their people, upholding moral principles, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be courageous shepherds, vigilant in protecting the flock from error and leading them in holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cherish the liturgical heritage of the Church and participate in the sacred mysteries with reverence and devotion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the Catholic faith is lived with integrity and proclaimed with conviction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the preservation of the Church's doctrine and discipline.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all popes and pastors who have served the Church faithfully may rejoice with St. Pius V in God's eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the reform and renewal of the Church in every age, that she may always shine with the light of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may respect the Church's mission and work in harmony with her for the promotion of Christian values, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with doctrinal confusion or a loss of faith, that they may find clarity and strength in the Church's teaching, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be steadfast in our Catholic identity, rooted in the apostolic tradition and committed to living the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values sound doctrine, fervent prayer, and active charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be judged with mercy and welcomed into the company of the saints, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church, sent by Christ as he was sent by the Father, may carry his presence into the world with humble service, knowing that the messenger is not greater than the one who sends, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may honor the servants among their people—caregivers, teachers, and parents—through whom Christ himself comes to be received, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the sick and the homebound who receive the care of others, that in those who serve them they may encounter the presence of Christ and the Father who sent him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may move beyond knowing Christ's commands to doing them, claiming the blessing he promises to those who understand and act, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of sent ones—messengers who carry the presence of Christ to everyone they meet in word and in service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all parish ministers and volunteers who serve as messengers of Christ in our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who served as Christ's messengers may now dwell with the one who sent them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, sent by Christ as apostles, that they may serve with the humility of messengers who know they are not greater than the one who sent them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all who are sent as missionaries, aid workers, or peacemakers may be received as Christ is received, and may bring his peace to every corner of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For deacons and lay ministers who carry Christ's word and sacraments to the marginalized, that they may be welcomed as those through whom Christ himself comes to his people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we, knowing the blessing promised to those who do what Christ commands, may not be hearers only but doers—blessed in the doing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our local community, that as a people sent forth at every Mass, we may carry Christ wherever we go and welcome him wherever he comes to us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who serve the poor and marginalized, that in them Christ the Lord may be encountered and received.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be received by the Father, having carried the presence of his Son into the world with faithful service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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