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Week of March 11 - March 17, 2024

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Monday

Monday, March 11, 2024

Wednesday in the 3rd Week of Lent

·FerialLiturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for Wednesday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1
1.For young adults drifting from faith practice, that the Church may find ways to speak to their real questions and genuine hunger, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may create fair and humane pathways for those seeking asylum, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have lost faith or feel abandoned by God and cannot find a reason to pray, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognise Christ in those we find it most difficult to love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known for its care of the elderly and those who live in isolation, 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.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For unity amid ideological divisions within the Church, that truth and charity may be held together, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may uphold anti-discrimination protections and ensure equal dignity for all people regardless of their background, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose work has been made redundant by automation and who face an uncertain future, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may pray with real honesty about what is troubling us this week, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our community may invest in young people and give them real responsibility in parish life, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church's pro-life witness may be rooted in prayer and sustained by the Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may uphold legal protections for unborn children and resist pressure to weaken them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For parents who have received a prenatal diagnosis of a life-limiting condition and face the weight of that news, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That love for the unborn may move us to pray and to act, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may support and celebrate every family welcoming a new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who fast and pray for an end to abortion and for the protection of unborn life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in God's merciful embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Tuesday

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent

·FerialLiturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for Thursday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may find in prayer the strength and wisdom his ministry demands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may ensure fair access to clean water and sanitation for the world's most deprived communities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in recovery from addiction who are fighting to stay sober one day at a time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be faithful to what we know is right even when it costs us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be genuinely welcoming to all who come in search of God, 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.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that this season of Lent may deepen her prayer and renew her commitment to the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of government may address homelessness as a structural failure and provide dignified shelter for those without it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those struggling with loneliness and isolation, especially the elderly who go days without speaking to another person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may embrace the discipline of fasting this Lent with a willing rather than a reluctant heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a community of generous almsgiving, giving freely and without calculation, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may never weary of defending the right to life of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may take concrete steps to reduce abortion rates and ensure mothers have the support they need to continue their pregnancies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children in the final weeks of pregnancy threatened by late-term abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may name the reality of abortion honestly in our prayers and not treat it as unspeakable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may identify and reach out to pregnant women who need support and feel they have nowhere to turn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in crisis pregnancy centres offering practical care and hope.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be welcomed into the mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Wednesday

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Friday in the 3rd Week of Lent

·FerialLiturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for Friday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1
1.For renewal in parish life, that prayer in every home and heart may be the source of whatever changes the Church brings to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of government may prioritise affordable childcare and ensure working families are not left without support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those dying alone, with no family member beside them in their final hours, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be honest with ourselves and with God about where we have fallen short, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our community may invest in young people and give them real responsibility in parish life, 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.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the peace that surpasses all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that the practice of almsgiving may deepen our solidarity with the poor and not remain merely occasional, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may take concrete action to reduce homelessness and provide shelter for those sleeping rough, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living in severe poverty who cannot meet the most basic needs of their families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use this Lent to develop the habit of daily prayer and not abandon it when the season ends, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may be drawn together this Lenten season through shared prayer and mutual support, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may speak about abortion with the same moral clarity with which it speaks about any other injustice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That legislators may resist any attempt to use public funds to expand access to abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women in violent or abusive relationships who are pregnant and cannot see a way forward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may speak up for unborn life when we have the opportunity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place of refuge and welcome for any mother who does not know where to turn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who offer care and practical support to pregnant women in difficulty.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in God's infinite mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Thursday

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent

·FerialLiturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for Saturday in the 3rd Week of Lent

Option 1
1.For those who have drifted from the Church through hurt or betrayal, that they may find their way home and encounter the mercy of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may respect and protect freedom of conscience for all citizens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with severe anxiety, for whom ordinary daily tasks have become a hidden burden, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may find the grace to forgive those who have hurt us, releasing resentment before another day passes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may walk beside families going through difficulty, offering practical support and steady friendship, 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 the faithful departed may rest in the peace and mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that the practice of almsgiving may open our eyes to the poverty on our very doorstep and move us to act, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may invest in long-term programmes to support the unemployed and restore dignity to those without work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in prison who are nearing release but have nowhere to go, that practical support and community welcome may meet them at the gate, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive the sacrament of Reconciliation this Lent and know the joy of returning to the Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may not let this Lenten season pass without growing in genuine care for one another, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may never be silent about the right of every unborn child to live, and may speak that truth with courage and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may reject abortion on the grounds of disability and uphold the equal dignity of every human being from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women who feel that abortion is their only option because they have no partner, no financial support, and no family to turn to, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may speak about abortion not with anger but with grief and love, witnessing to the dignity of every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may provide concrete help to mothers who feel they cannot continue a pregnancy, so that no woman faces that choice alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who minister in post-abortion healing programs.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in God's merciful embrace, where all is reconciled in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Friday

Friday, March 15, 2024

4th SUNDAY OF LENT (LAETARE)

·SundayLiturgical Color: Rose or Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for the 4th SUNDAY OF LENT (LAETARE)

Option 1
1.For priests and deacons who are weary or close to burnout, that the approaching joy of Easter may renew their love for ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may commit genuine resources and political will to ending the armed conflicts that force millions to flee their homes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For parents who have lost a child to stillbirth or sudden infant death, that the God of all consolation may surround them with comfort and hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That the joy of this Laetare Sunday may remind us that God's mercy is already at work in our lives, even where we see only struggle and darkness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that genuinely invests in its young people, drawing them deeper into faith and a sense of belonging, 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 the faithful departed may rest in the peace and joy of the Risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that Laetare Sunday may awaken in her a joy that does not depend on circumstance but flows from the nearness of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may take concrete steps to reduce the burden of poverty on families, so that no child grows up without the basics of a dignified life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have received a terminal diagnosis and are learning to make peace with mortality, that they may know the peace that passes all understanding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach the second half of Lent with renewed energy and a willing heart, not losing heart in our spiritual discipline, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may carry the joy of this Laetare Sunday into the remaining weeks of Lent, refusing to let weariness have the last word, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may proclaim with joy that every unborn life is a gift, and that this joy may prove contagious in a culture that fears new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may enact measures making it genuinely easier for mothers to choose life, with better support, practical help, and less fear, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For expectant mothers who are afraid and feel alone, that the joy of this day may assure them that this child is a gift and that help is near, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may rejoice in every unborn life and let that joy move us to speak and act in its defence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place where every pregnancy is received with joy, and where that joy translates into practical welcome and support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to bring the light of truth to those considering abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may rejoice in the eternal light of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Saturday

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Monday in the 4th Week of Lent

·FerialLiturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for Monday in the 4th Week of Lent

Option 1
1.For catechumens preparing for baptism, that the prayers of the whole Church may sustain them through these final weeks of their Lenten journey, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may invest in mental health services, ensuring that no one in crisis is left without access to care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who live with chronic pain day after day, that they may find moments of relief and the grace to endure with dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring our true selves to God in prayer this week, without pretence or performance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a place of healing, where those who carry heavy burdens find welcome and rest, 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 the faithful departed may rest in the healing peace of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that fasting from distraction may deepen her listening to the Word of God, and her attention to the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may enact policies addressing food poverty, so that no family in our country goes hungry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are homeless and sleeping rough, that they may find shelter, dignity, and the knowledge that someone cares, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may fast this Lent not only from food but from the habits of heart that keep us from loving God and neighbour, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may grow through this Lenten season into a community more marked by simplicity, generosity, and prayer, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may stand with courage alongside every mother told her unborn child will not survive, offering care and accompaniment rather than pressure to end the pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may remove the financial and social pressures that make abortion feel like the only choice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers carrying a child with a life-limiting condition, that they may be accompanied with compassion from the moment of diagnosis, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage to accompany families facing difficult pregnancies with real solidarity, not merely kind words, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of solidarity for every family facing a difficult or unexpected pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who minister in post-abortion healing programs.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may find eternal healing and peace in God's loving embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Sunday

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Saint Patrick, bishop

◐Optional CommemorationLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Patrick, bishop

Option 1
1.For the Church, that the boldness of Saint Patrick may inspire her to proclaim the Gospel with fresh courage to every generation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities in Ireland and wherever the Irish diaspora lives may be shaped by a tradition that values human dignity, hospitality, and care for the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those of Irish heritage who have lost connection with the faith of their ancestors, that an encounter with the living God may renew them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may share the courage of Patrick, who returned in love to the very people who had enslaved him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of missionary joy, eager to share the faith with those around us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all missionaries and evangelists, that they may be strengthened in their ministry.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who spread the Christian faith may rejoice with Saint Patrick in the eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that the example of Patrick's deep life of prayer may inspire her to recover a contemplative heart in this season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governments may honour those on the margins — Patrick himself knew powerlessness and captivity — by ensuring just treatment of migrants and refugees, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are enslaved in trafficking or forced labour, whose suffering echoes Patrick's own captivity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That this Lent may be for us, as it was for Patrick, a time of turning to God with our whole heart in prayer and trust, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may be renewed this Lenten season by the missionary fire that drove Patrick to cross the sea for love of God and souls, 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.

Variations if Optional Commemoration is not celebrated

Option 1
1.For bishops and priests, that they may lead their communities with clarity of vision and genuine servant hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may uphold the rights of working people and protect the dignity of labour, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those struggling with addiction who feel trapped and see no way out, that the mercy of God and practical support may reach them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may turn this week with renewed intention toward the God who is always waiting for us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be attentive to families where a parent is absent through illness, work, or imprisonment, surrounding their children with care, 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 the faithful departed may rest in God's eternal peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For the Church, that almsgiving in this season may lead to genuine encounter with those living in poverty, not merely occasional gestures, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may tackle debt and financial exploitation that trap families in cycles of poverty, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For single parents raising children without support, carrying a hidden exhaustion that few around them see, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may practice this Lent the discipline of silence, making space for God to speak in the quiet of our hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish this Lenten season may be marked by acts of concrete almsgiving that go beyond token gestures, 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.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may accompany with pastoral care every woman in a crisis pregnancy, walking with her through fear without ever adding to her pressure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may ensure robust legal protections for the unborn and increase practical support for mothers who choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For young mothers facing pressure from family or a partner to abort, that they may find the strength to choose life and the support to sustain that choice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may speak of every unborn life with reverence and gratitude, as a gift entrusted to our community's care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be ready to offer concrete personal support to any mother facing an unplanned pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in ministries that offer healing and support to those affected by abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may find eternal healing in the loving embrace of the Trinity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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