Prayers of the Faithful This Week
Week of November 24 - November 30, 2025
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Monday
Monday, November 24, 2025
Saint Andrew Dลฉng-Lแบกc, priest, and companions, martyrs
โMemorialLiturgical Color: Red
Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Andrew Dลฉng-Lแบกc and companions, martyrs
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by the heroic witness of St. Andrew Dลฉng-Lแบกc and the Vietnamese martyrs, may always be courageous in proclaiming the Gospel, even amidst persecution, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for protecting freedom of religion may stand against the intimidation and violence that faith communities face in many parts of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the bereaved, especially those who have lost a loved one suddenly or violently, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may deepen our readiness to be inconvenienced for what we believe, and keep us honest about the gap between our faith and our practice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of genuine solidarity with those who face persecution for their faith, through prayer and practical support, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are persecuted for their Christian faith today.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who shed their blood for Christ may rejoice with St. Andrew Dลฉng-Lแบกc and his companions in heaven, 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 the faithful with the fearless love of Christ shown by the Vietnamese martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for children's mental health services may ensure that young people in crisis can access support without waiting months for an appointment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For young adults who cannot afford to rent or buy a home and are trapped in long-term housing insecurity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us a faith that holds under real pressure, and not only in the times when it costs us nothing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a community whose faith shows clearly in how it treats those who are struggling, and not only in what it professes, 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 for their faith may receive the crown of righteousness and eternal life with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.For authentic catechesis, that the Church may teach what she believes with clarity and confidence, without apology and without compromise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for protecting biodiversity may take urgent action to halt the destruction of ecosystems before the damage becomes irreversible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living in gang-affected communities, caught between the threat of violence and the absence of any safe alternative, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may open our eyes to the needs of those immediately around us, and stir us from the comfort that makes us slow to respond, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place where those in genuine crisis know they can walk in and be taken seriously, not redirected to a leaflet, 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 who served Christ in the poor may now inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For unity amid ideological divisions within the Church, that those who disagree strongly may seek truth together rather than treating each other as opponents, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those in positions of international authority may pursue arms reduction agreements and work to lower the risk of large-scale conflict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For communities recovering from natural disasters, whose needs are greatest in the months after the immediate crisis has passed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring what we have to God without waiting until we feel ready, and trust him to work with what we offer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may make a point of reaching the families in the local area who are most in need, rather than only those who already know how to ask, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper commitment to practicing the corporal works of mercy.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to hear the words, 'Come, you blessed of my Father,' and enter eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Tuesday
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, virgin and martyr
โOptional MemorialLiturgical Color: Red
Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Catherine of Alexandria
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Catherine's wisdom and courageous defense of the faith, may always be a beacon of truth and a champion of learning, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for housing strategy may fund adequate provision for those sleeping rough and ensure that emergency shelter is genuinely accessible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For international students navigating visa pressures, language barriers, and the difficulty of belonging far from home, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us the courage to speak honestly about what we believe when it matters, even when the easier option is silence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where those who have questions about faith are welcome to ask them honestly, without feeling they must first pretend to believe, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For young women, that they may be inspired by St. Catherine's example of purity and fortitude.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who died for their unwavering faith may rejoice with St. Catherine in God's eternal kingdom, 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 guide the faithful with the wisdom and clarity of thought exemplified by St. Catherine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for youth justice may invest in prevention and early intervention rather than waiting until young people are already embedded in crime, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who cannot meet their basic needs, including those who are too proud or too ashamed to ask for help from those around them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may help us to engage honestly with our faith rather than keeping it at a comfortable distance from the rest of our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a place where the practical needs of those who are struggling are noticed and met, not left to be someone else's responsibility, 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 brought into the perfect light of God's eternal wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.For seminarians and those discerning a vocation, that they may find the clarity and courage to respond to what God is asking of them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for refugee integration may ensure that people who have been granted protection receive the language support and housing they need to rebuild their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with chronic illness or persistent pain, especially those who manage their condition largely unsupported, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may teach us to rest in him with less restlessness, and to trust his timing rather than forcing our own, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may reach those who have stopped coming, through a personal invitation rather than a general announcement, 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 who awaited the Lord's coming may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For bishops, especially those who carry the weight of difficult decisions about their dioceses, that they may act with wisdom, courage, and genuine care for those in their charge, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for cancer services may reduce the time patients wait between diagnosis and treatment, when every week matters, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For elderly people who are lonely and rarely visited, particularly those in residential care who have outlived their closest friends and family, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may teach us to pray honestly about the things we are genuinely worried about, rather than offering him only our curated selves, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where no one faces a crisis alone because there is always someone who knows them well enough to notice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and vigilance as the Church year draws to a close and a new one begins.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may hear the joyful summons to enter the eternal kingdom prepared for them by our loving Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Wednesday
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Wednesday in the 34th Week in Ordinary Time
ยทFerialLiturgical Color: Green
Prayers of the Faithful for Wednesday in the 34th Week in Ordinary Time
Option 1
1.For survivors of abuse within the Church, that they may receive the truth they have been denied and find healing that is more than a promise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for school funding may ensure that children in deprived areas have access to the same quality of education as those in wealthier ones, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with severe depression or anxiety, especially those who cannot see a way through and struggle to ask for help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may draw us to genuine prayer even when we feel too tired or too distracted to begin, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may invest in young people, giving them real responsibility and showing them they are genuinely needed, 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 of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For those who have left the Church because of hurt or disappointment, that they may find a path back that honours their experience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for employment legislation may ensure that low-paid workers have access to fair wages, decent conditions, and the right to organise, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those struggling with addiction to alcohol, drugs, or other dependencies, especially those who have tried to stop and cannot without help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may forgive those who have caused us lasting harm, and find in that forgiveness a freedom we did not expect, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be genuinely welcoming to those who arrive alone and unsure, so that no one leaves feeling less welcome than when they arrived, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of endurance and fidelity in our Christian lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in God's mercy, 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 from conception, clearly and without apology, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those in legislative authority may enact laws that protect the unborn from abortion and support women in crisis pregnancies, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women facing pressure to end their pregnancy, that they may find the practical solidarity they need to choose life with confidence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may deepen our reverence for the gift of life at every stage, from the first moment of conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a community that stands alongside women in crisis pregnancies with real and practical help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who suffer for their pro-life convictions, that they may be consoled by God.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the eternal life that Christ has promised, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Thursday
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Thanksgiving Day
ยทThanksgiving DayLiturgical Color: White or Green
Prayers of the Faithful for Thanksgiving Day
Option 1
1.For the Church in this nation, that gratitude for her freedoms may translate into courageous service of those who are poorest and most forgotten, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for social welfare may ensure that no family goes without the basic provision they need to live with dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who cannot meet their basic needs, who face another day without enough food or a safe place to sleep, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us genuine gratitude for what we have received, and the generosity that such gratitude demands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may make a practical effort to reach those in the local community who have nothing and no one today, 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 share in the eternal life that Christ has promised, 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 a generosity of spirit that models the giving love of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for public provision may ensure that emergency food and shelter support reaches every household in genuine need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those living with domestic violence and abuse, for whom today brings no celebration, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring to God whatever burdens us most honestly, and trust that he receives even the prayer we struggle to form, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may ensure that those who are alone and isolated on a day meant for gathering find a genuine welcome among us, 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 share in the joy of God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.For authentic catechesis on the dignity of every human life, that the Church may teach what she believes clearly and with conviction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those in legislative authority may protect the unborn from abortion and invest in the support systems that help women choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the terminally ill who feel they have become a burden to those who care for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may deepen our reverence for every human life as his gift, and give us the courage to say so when it costs us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a practical refuge for women in crisis pregnancies, known not for slogans but for real and specific help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who give thanks to God by defending His gift of human life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the life that God has prepared for those who love him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Friday
Friday, November 28, 2025
Friday in the 34th Week in Ordinary Time
ยทFerialLiturgical Color: Green
Prayers of the Faithful for Friday in the 34th Week in Ordinary Time
Option 1
1.For greater transparency and accountability in Church leadership, that trust may be rebuilt where it has been broken, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for mental health provision may increase funding and ensure that people in crisis can access help without months of delay, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have lost their faith or feel abandoned by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognise Christ in those we find most difficult to love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may support those who are raising children alone, through practical help and not only kind words, 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 of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For young adults who have drifted from the faith of their childhood, that they may find a community that takes their questions seriously, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for environmental policy may make binding commitments to protect the natural world for future generations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For veterans living with trauma from their military service, especially those who struggle to find help or feel unseen, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be faithful to what we know is right, even in the moments when the easier option is to stay silent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may reach out to those who have stopped attending Mass, through a personal approach rather than a general announcement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and fidelity in our Christian lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the joy of God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may defend the sanctity of every human life, from conception to natural death, with courage and clarity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may strengthen legal protections for the unborn and ensure that abortion is not funded by public money, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For expectant mothers facing difficult circumstances, that they may receive the human and practical support needed to bring their child safely to birth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us genuine compassion for every life that is most at risk, and the courage to act on it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be actively connected to local organisations that support women in crisis pregnancies, rather than leaving them to face it alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who tirelessly watch over and protect the lives of the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in God's mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Saturday
Saturday, November 29, 2025
The Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday
โOptional MemorialLiturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for The Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday
Option 1
1.For families, that through Mary's example they may become genuine domestic churches where faith is passed from one generation to the next, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for migration policy may ensure that those fleeing violence are treated with dignity and given a fair hearing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For young people overwhelmed by anxiety about the future and climate change, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That Mary's faithfulness to God's will may inspire us to offer him whatever he asks of us, even when we do not understand it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may find genuine ways to involve young mothers and families in parish life, giving them a real place 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 who awaited the Lord with Mary may now rejoice with her in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For priests facing burnout or exhaustion in their ministry, that they may find genuine rest and renewal in Mary's intercession, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for housing provision may take urgent action to ensure that people sleeping rough have access to safe and stable accommodation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families broken by divorce or separation, and for children caught between parents in conflict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring our burdens to God honestly rather than carrying them alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where divorced and separated Catholics are welcomed and not made to feel like strangers in their own church, 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, through Mary's intercession, share in the joy of God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.For deeper Eucharistic faith and reverence, that the celebration of Mass may be at the true centre of parish life rather than the edge of it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for criminal justice may invest in rehabilitation programmes that give those leaving prison a genuine chance to rebuild their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those sleeping rough, especially those who have been on the streets for months and have lost all connection to services, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognise the opportunities to do good that we habitually walk past, and act on them rather than moving on, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may take concrete action to support people in local housing crisis rather than assuming someone else will step in, 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 completed their earthly pilgrimage may enter into the eternal kingdom of Christ the King, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For Catholics who feel they do not fit in any parish, who carry wounds that the Church has not yet found a way to address, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those in authority over economic and housing policy may take concrete steps to reduce the cost burden on the lowest-paid workers and renters, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For children in care, especially those who are moved frequently and have no stable adult relationship in their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may help us to bring our whole selves to him and not only the parts we feel comfortable presenting, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may make concrete space for those who are struggling with their faith, where honest questions are welcome, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated, that they may find companionship and support within our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed loved ones may rejoice in the perpetual light of God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Sunday
Sunday, November 30, 2025
1st SUNDAY OF ADVENT
ยทSundayLiturgical Color: Violet
Prayers of the Faithful for the 1st SUNDAY OF ADVENT
Option 1
1.For renewal in parish life, that communities grown comfortable in routine may rediscover a genuine hunger for God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those engaged in peace negotiations may work urgently to protect civilian populations from the destruction of ongoing conflicts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those fleeing violence and persecution, who have found no safe place to stop, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may draw us closer to himself even in our busiest days, and give us the quiet we need to hear him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known in the local area for practical generosity toward those who are most in need, 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 of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Option 2
1.For the Church, that she may be alert to those who have not yet heard the Good News, and eager to bring them to the joy they were made for, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for social provision may ensure that families in genuine need receive the support they require, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those in prison, especially those approaching the end of a long sentence with no support in place for their release, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us a genuine longing for what Advent promises, and not let us be content with its outward forms alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may gather as a community of genuine expectation throughout Advent, reaching out to those who have drifted rather than waiting for them to return, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of prayer and attentiveness during these weeks of Advent.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the joy of God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may proclaim with confidence that every human life is a gift to be welcomed and defended, from the first moment of conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may act to protect every unborn child from abortion and to fund the practical support that helps women choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women in crisis pregnancies who feel they have run out of options, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may give us the courage to speak honestly about the sanctity of life in our everyday conversations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a place where any woman facing an unexpected pregnancy can find a genuine welcome and practical help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who advocate for the unborn in law, medicine, and public life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may share in the life that God has promised, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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