Prayers of the Faithful This Week
Week of February 19 - February 25, 2024
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Monday
Monday, February 19, 2024
Thursday after Ash Wednesday
ยทFerialLiturgical Color: Violet
Prayers of the Faithful for Thursday after Ash Wednesday
Option 1
1.That the Church may guide her children through this Lenten season with clear teaching on prayer, fasting, and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek paths of peace and justice, turning away from violence and oppression, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are sick or homebound and cannot receive ashes or attend Mass during this Lenten season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may move us to make some specific and concrete sacrifice this Lent rather than leaving it as a vague good intention, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of mutual encouragement and accountability in our Lenten commitments, 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 benefit from our Lenten prayers and sacrifices, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may inspire the Church to authentic repentance and renewal in this holy season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may show mercy in their justice systems, extending clemency and rehabilitation to those who have genuinely changed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who grieve the death of a child or the loss of a pregnancy, whose sorrow has no easy comfort, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten fasting may lead to a greater hunger for justice and solidarity with the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of sincere repentance, fervent prayer, and active charity this Lent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of humility and penance to pervade our Lenten practices.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be purified by God's mercy and enter into His eternal joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may offer Lenten prayers and sacrifices for the protection of all human life, especially the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders may be moved by the Spirit of God to enact laws that honor the sacredness of every person from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For expectant mothers facing difficult circumstances, that they may find the support and courage to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten fasting may unite us more deeply with the voiceless unborn and inspire acts of charity toward mothers in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may embrace Lenten disciplines in reparation for the sin of abortion and in support of the culture of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in pregnancy resource centers, offering hope and practical assistance.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children whose lives were taken before birth may be held in God's merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Tuesday
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Friday after Ash Wednesday
ยทFerialLiturgical Color: Violet
Prayers of the Faithful for Friday after Ash Wednesday
Option 1
1.That the Church may hold out this Lenten season as a genuine invitation to encounter God's mercy rather than merely a season of self-improvement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be guided by a spirit of justice and work to alleviate the suffering of the poor and oppressed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who carry the weight of a secret they have never told anyone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten sacrifices may be offered with love, uniting us more closely to the Passion of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of fervent prayer, fasting, and almsgiving throughout this holy season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those undertaking special Lenten devotions or retreats.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be purified by God's mercy and share in Christ's resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with wisdom and inspire us to a holy observance of Lent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of state may be moved to pursue diplomatic solutions rather than escalating military action, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in prison who are genuinely remorseful and seeking a second chance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten practices may lead to a concrete and generous gift to those who are hungry or without shelter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that we may support one another in our Lenten resolutions and not let each other give up too easily, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of self-denial and detachment from worldly things.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be cleansed by the blood of Christ and welcomed into His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may offer Lenten prayers and fasts for an end to abortion and for a renewed respect for all human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders may be moved to enact just laws protecting the unborn and supporting mothers in difficult circumstances, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children whose parents have been told they have a severe disability or will not survive, that they may be welcomed and cherished for whatever time they are given, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten sacrifices may be united with Christ's suffering for the protection of innocent life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may embrace a culture of life and offer tangible help to mothers and families in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in pregnancy centers and pro-life advocacy.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children whose lives were taken before birth may rest in God's merciful embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Wednesday
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Saturday after Ash Wednesday [Saint Peter Damian, bishop and doctor of the Church]
โOptional MemorialLiturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Peter Damian, bishop and doctor of the Church
Option 1
1.That the Church, following the example of Saint Peter Damian, may have the courage to name and address corruption and moral failure wherever they arise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with humility and a desire for true justice, rejecting corruption and worldly ambition, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in religious life who are suffering from spiritual aridity and can no longer find God in prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may loosen our grip on the possessions and comforts we cling to rather than trusting him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may take seriously the study of Scripture and the teaching of the Church, making it part of our common life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who work for reform and renewal in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all faithful teachers and reformers of the Church may share in eternal wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be strengthened by the example of St. Peter Damian to lead the Church with courage and pastoral zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may have the courage to act against corruption in public office rather than looking away when it touches their own, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have left the Church feeling spiritually wounded and have never found another place of faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us the courage to name what is wrong rather than staying silent to keep the peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a place where difficult truths are spoken with care rather than avoided for the sake of comfort, 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 labored for the reform of the Church may now rejoice in God's eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may call her children to authentic prayer and penance this Lenten season, not as a habit but as a genuine encounter with God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of government may take concrete steps to reduce the threat of armed conflict and pull back from escalation wherever war looms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For catechumens preparing for baptism this Easter, that their Lenten season may become a genuine encounter with the living God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us a sincere and contrite heart rather than a Lent we merely endure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be united in prayer and fasting, supporting one another in our Lenten resolutions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For safe travel for those who will be journeying this weekend.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be purified by God's mercy and brought to everlasting life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit as he guides the Church through this holy season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may expand access to rehabilitation and mental health care for those in the prison system, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For young people who have abandoned faith entirely and find no meaning in life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten almsgiving may be a true expression of our love for God and neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our Sunday worship this Lenten season may be marked by genuine reverence and not merely routine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated, that they may find companionship in our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may rest in the peace of Christ, awaiting the glory of the resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may offer Lenten prayers and sacrifices for the protection of all unborn children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That legislators may have the courage to enact and defend laws protecting unborn children from abortion, resisting the pressure of political expediency, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children whose conception was the result of violence, that they may be welcomed and cherished despite the circumstances of their beginning, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten disciplines may unite us more deeply with Christ's suffering and with the voiceless unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may embrace a culture of life and offer tangible help to mothers and families in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in pregnancy resource centers and pro-life ministries.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children whose lives were taken before birth may rest in God's merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Thursday
Thursday, February 22, 2024
1st SUNDAY OF LENT
ยทSundayLiturgical Color: Violet
Prayers of the Faithful for the 1st SUNDAY OF LENT
Option 1
1.That the Church may enter this Lenten season as a community truly seeking God's face and not merely performing religious customs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be guided by wisdom and fortitude to overcome the temptations of power, greed, and injustice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For catechumens and candidates preparing for baptism at Easter, that their Lenten preparation may become a real and personal encounter with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may meet us in our desert places this Lent, as he met Christ, and bring us through to something new, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may hold one another accountable in our Lenten commitments with gentleness and genuine 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, through the mercy of God, may find rest from their labors and enter eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead us faithfully through this Lenten desert, guiding us to the joy of Easter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may be moved to address the widespread homelessness afflicting our cities and provide adequate housing for those who have none, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have not left their house in days because despair has made even simple tasks feel impossible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten fasting may build in us a true and lasting compassion for those who go hungry without choice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of fervent prayer, sincere repentance, and active charity throughout this Lenten season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of penance and conversion within our hearts and our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be cleansed by Christ's victory over sin and death, and share in His resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church, in this season of spiritual battle, may be a powerful advocate against the temptation to devalue human life through abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may resist the temptation to promote laws that harm the unborn, and instead choose to protect every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children carried by mothers who are homeless or destitute and cannot imagine how they will provide for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be moved this Lenten season to ask what more we can do for unborn children and for mothers facing the hardest circumstances, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may commit to Lenten practices of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion and for the protection of all vulnerable lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who offer compassionate care and support to pregnant women in crisis.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be embraced by our merciful Father in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Friday
Friday, February 23, 2024
Monday in the 1st Week of Lent [Saint Polycarp, bishop and martyr]
โMemorialLiturgical Color: Red
Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Polycarp, bishop and martyr
Option 1
1.That the Church, like Saint Polycarp, may hold fast to apostolic Tradition and proclaim Christ without compromise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may protect religious freedom and defend those who are persecuted for their faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For Christians who have been imprisoned because of their faith and face an uncertain future, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us the courage to name ourselves as Christians in settings where that carries a cost, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may honor the witness of the martyrs and be inspired to live our faith with conviction and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For Christians who face persecution in our world today.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who gave their lives for Christ may rejoice with St. Polycarp in the presence of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that like St. Polycarp, they may be faithful shepherds, guarding the deposit of faith entrusted to them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may respect the dignity and freedom of the Church to proclaim the Gospel without fear, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For Christians who, under social or family pressure, have publicly denied their faith and are now living a lie, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us the strength to choose faithfulness over comfort when the two come into conflict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that does not shrink from naming what it believes, even when that is unpopular, 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 in communion with Christ may be crowned with the glory of the martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may be a compassionate mother, guiding all her children in the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of state may take urgent action to address extreme poverty, ensuring that the most destitute nations receive aid without political strings attached, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families in our neighbourhood who cannot afford food at the end of the month and go to bed hungry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may free us from the resentment we are holding against someone and give us the grace to let it go, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may live out this Lenten season as a community that genuinely prays for one another by name, 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 benefit from our Lenten prayers and find eternal rest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom and call us to authentic renewal this holy season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may ensure that the rule of law protects the most vulnerable citizens and is not merely a tool of the powerful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with chronic pain who have no prospect of relief and can barely hold on from one day to the next, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our fasting this Lent may teach us something real about our dependence on God rather than just being a hunger we endure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of sincere repentance, fervent prayer, and active charity this Lent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of generosity and self-denial to pervade our Lenten observance.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be purified by God's mercy and enter into His eternal joy and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church, through its Lenten disciplines, may offer powerful intercession for the protection of every unborn child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may have a conversion of heart, turning from laws that permit abortion and embracing the sanctity of all human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children of mothers in poverty who feel they cannot afford to continue the pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be moved to pray and sacrifice specifically for the unborn children who are most at risk this day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may intensify its efforts to support pregnant women in need and promote life-affirming alternatives to abortion, 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 unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered into the loving arms of our Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Saturday
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent
ยทFerialLiturgical Color: Violet
Prayers of the Faithful for Tuesday in the 1st Week of Lent
Option 1
1.For priests facing burnout and loneliness, that they may find in the Eucharist the renewal they cannot find elsewhere, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities in regions of armed conflict may be moved to negotiate ceasefires and open corridors of humanitarian aid for those who are trapped, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For parents who have lost a child to suicide and carry that grief silently, unable to speak of it even to those closest to them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may draw us to prayer this Lent even when we are too distracted or discouraged to seek him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may reach those who have drifted from the faith and make it easy for them to return, 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.
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Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may have the wisdom to guide the Church through a complex and divided moment and the courage to lead without compromise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may protect the rights of workers, enforcing fair wages and safe conditions so that no one is exploited for another's profit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those trapped in cycles of domestic violence for whom home is not a place of safety, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring before God this Lent the burdens we have been too proud or too afraid to name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our community may support families going through difficulty and not leave them to struggle alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a renewed commitment to prayer in our homes during this Lenten season.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be received into the arms of the Father who knew their needs before they asked, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may proclaim the sanctity of every human life as an article of faith and not merely a political position, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That legislators may have the courage to vote for the protection of unborn children from abortion, even when it costs them popularity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children who are wanted but whose parents feel too financially desperate to believe they can provide for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may ask ourselves this Lent what concrete sacrifice we are willing to make to support a mother who cannot see how to keep her child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may make it known that we are a community where unexpected pregnancy is met with help and not with shame, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who staff and fund crisis pregnancy centres.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children lost to abortion may rest in the tender mercy of the God who called them into being, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Sunday
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Wednesday in the 1st Week of Lent
ยทFerialLiturgical Color: Violet
Prayers of the Faithful for Wednesday in the 1st Week of Lent
Option 1
1.For authentic catechesis, that the Church may teach what she believes with clarity and without apology, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That heads of government may expand access to affordable housing for the poorest families, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in long-term unemployment who have given up applying for work and no longer believe they have anything to offer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may forgive those who have hurt us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be genuinely welcoming to those who arrive for the first time, drawn by a quiet but real hunger for something more, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who carry hidden burdens.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may find God's mercy wider than their sins, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For young adults drifting from the faith, that the Church may find ways to keep the conversation open with them rather than letting them go in silence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil authorities may reform prison conditions, ensuring that those who are incarcerated are treated with basic dignity and not subjected to degrading treatment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For children in the care system with no stable family to return to, moving from home to home and belonging nowhere, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognise Christ in those we find most difficult to love this week and not look away, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our community may invest in its young people, giving them genuine responsibility and a real sense of belonging, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of reconciliation and forgiveness to pervade our Lenten observance.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be granted the pardon and peace that Christ won for them on the Cross, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may be unafraid to speak of abortion as a grave wrong while demonstrating genuine love for every woman in a crisis pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may ensure that public funds support mothers and children rather than pay for the taking of unborn lives through abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For unborn children in multiple pregnancies whose parents have been advised by doctors to consider selective reduction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognise the quiet desperation of mothers facing crisis pregnancies and reach out before they make a choice they cannot undo, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may actively support local pro-life organisations with both prayer and practical resources, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who volunteer at pregnancy resource centres and post-abortion support ministries.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children lost to abortion may rest in the light of God's eternal love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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