Prayers of the Faithful This Week

Week of July 13 - July 19, 2026

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Monday

Monday, July 13, 2026

14TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

·SundayLiturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the 14TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1
1.That the Church may not soften Christ's hard words but proclaim them fully: He came not to bring peace at any price, but the sword of a truth that divides even what is closest to us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern in the light of a truth that sometimes divides — knowing that real peace cannot be built on silence or compromise with injustice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have paid a price in family or friendship for their faith in Christ, that they may find in His promise the consolation they need: whoever loses his life for my sake will find it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may take up our cross without bargaining, love Christ more than our dearest relationships, and trust that losing what we cannot keep is the only way to find what we cannot lose, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be one where even the smallest act — a cup of cold water given in Christ's name — is honoured and celebrated, for it will surely not lose its reward, 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 chose Christ above every earthly bond may now find the life they gave away waiting for them in Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church without fear of the division Christ's word inevitably causes, trusting that truth spoken in love eventually heals the very wounds it first opens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may discover the paradox Christ teaches: that the life clung to is lost, and the life surrendered for love is the only life worth having, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those estranged from family because of their faith — converts, reverts, those who left a harmful way of life — that they may be sustained by Christ and welcomed by the community of the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may grow in the radical love Christ demands — a love that places Him above comfort, approval, and even family — and discover that this love does not destroy but transfigures our bonds, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community where every cup of cold water is treasured as a sacramental act, and where the smallest kindness is seen as a share in Christ's own mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who have sacrificed career, family acceptance, or security for the sake of the Gospel.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may receive the reward promised to all who gave even a cup of cold water in Christ's name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may carry the sword of truth about human life into every public debate, even when it divides — knowing that a truth not spoken for fear of division is a truth betrayed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may love justice more than approval, choosing to defend the unborn even when it costs them politically — for whoever loses his position for what is right will find something greater, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers who have chosen life at great personal cost — estrangement, financial hardship, or loss of opportunity — that they may know their sacrifice will surely not lose its reward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those who offer even a cup of cold water to a mother in crisis — a meal, a ride, a listening ear — may know they serve Christ Himself and will not lose their reward, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may take up its cross in the service of life with the same total love Christ demands of every disciple, holding back nothing from what this mission requires, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who bear a personal cost in defending the sanctity of life — professionally, socially, or within their families.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children who died before birth may receive the life that was lost for them, now found in the arms of the One who commanded us to welcome them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Tuesday

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, virgin

●MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, virgin

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Kateri Tekakwitha's profound faith and love for Christ, may always cherish the diverse cultures that enrich her life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote respect and justice for indigenous peoples, honoring their traditions and protecting their lands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all Native American and indigenous communities, that they may preserve their heritage and find strength in their faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate a deep love for the Eucharist and a spirit of penance, following the example of St. Kateri, the Lily of the Mohawks, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where all cultures are welcomed and where faith is lived with simplicity and devotion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who suffer from illness or disfigurement, that they may find healing and hope in Christ.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived lives of quiet holiness may rejoice with St.Kateri in the eternal beauty of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide the faithful with the gentle spirit and deep piety of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may work to heal the wounds of past injustices against indigenous peoples and promote reconciliation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted or misunderstood for their faith, that they may find courage in St. Kateri's perseverance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cherish the natural world as God's creation, seeing His beauty in it as St. Kateri did, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values inculturation and supports the spiritual growth of all its members, 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 welcomed into the company of the saints and behold the face of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may heed Christ's call to repentance, not hardening her heart to the signs of God's presence among us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may not dismiss the works of God in their midst, but open their eyes to truth and justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have long heard the Gospel yet remain unmoved, that God may grant them a fresh outpouring of grace to repent and believe, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognize the mighty works God has done in our own lives and respond with gratitude and conversion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that we may never take lightly the gift of faith, but treasure every grace and grow in holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of humility and repentance, that we may not be like Chorazin and Bethsaida who saw Christ's works yet did not change.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may receive God's mercy and enter the joy of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may courageously proclaim the need for repentance and conversion to a world that often ignores God's call, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations and peoples may heed the signs of the times and turn back to God before judgment falls, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are indifferent to God, that Christ's warning that it will be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon may awaken them to the urgency of conversion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be open to correction and willing to change our ways whenever we hear the voice of the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may never presume on God's patience but live each day as an opportunity for deeper conversion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are far from God, that they may hear Christ's word today and be moved to repentance and new life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be gathered into the eternal kingdom where Christ reigns in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Wednesday

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Saint Bonaventure, bishop and doctor of the Church

●MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Bonaventure, bishop and doctor of the Church

Option 1
1.That the Church, enlightened by the Seraphic Doctor, St. Bonaventure, may always lead souls to God through the paths of intellect and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek true wisdom and govern with a spirit of humility and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all theologians, scholars, and students, that they may pursue knowledge with a heart aflame with love for God, like St. Bonaventure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may see the created world as a ladder to God, recognizing His footprints in all things and ascending to Him in love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith and reason work in harmony, and where all are encouraged to seek God with both mind and heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For Franciscan communities and all who are inspired by St. Bonaventure's spirituality.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who sought God through learning and love may rejoice with St. Bonaventure in the eternal vision of divine truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be wise teachers and loving pastors, guiding the Church with the intellectual charity of St. Bonaventure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value both intellectual and spiritual pursuits, fostering a culture that seeks truth and goodness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who struggle to reconcile faith and reason, that St. Bonaventure's example may show them the way to harmonious integration, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our study of the faith may not be merely academic, but may lead us to a deeper prayer life and a more fervent love for God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that encourages lifelong learning in the faith and supports all who seek to understand God's mysteries, 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 wisdom and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may always give thanks that God has hidden these mysteries from the wise and learned and revealed them to little ones, trusting in the wisdom of God's ways, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with humility, recognizing that true wisdom comes from God and not from human power alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel simple or overlooked, that they may rejoice knowing that the Father is pleased to reveal His mysteries to the childlike and humble, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may come to know the Father through the Son, embracing the gift of faith with the open hearts of little children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that we may cultivate a spirit of childlike trust and simplicity before God, never letting pride or self-sufficiency block our openness to His grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For humility to receive God's revelation as little children, setting aside pride of intellect.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may enter into that full knowledge of the Father which the Son has now revealed to them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may joyfully proclaim what the Son has freely chosen to reveal of the Father, drawing all people into that loving knowledge, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations may not trust in the wisdom of the world alone, but open themselves to the higher wisdom God reveals to the humble, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For scholars and theologians, that they may always approach divine mysteries with the humility of little children, knowing that reason serves faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may treasure the gift of knowing the Father through the Son, and never cease to marvel at the grace given to us in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may support one another in growing in that intimate knowledge of God which Jesus alone can give, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper awareness of the gift of faith and the mystery of our adoption as children of the Father.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in the love of God may now see face to face the Father whom Jesus revealed to us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Thursday

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Our Lady of Mount Carmel

○Optional MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Option 1
1.That the Church, under the protection of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, may always be a garden of prayer and contemplation, leading souls to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek the peace and serenity that come from God, fostering harmony among all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who wear the Brown Scapular and honor Our Lady of Mount Carmel, that they may persevere in faith and live according to her virtues, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cultivate a deep interior life, seeking God in prayer and silence, and clothing ourselves in the virtues of Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, devoted to Our Lady, may be a place where prayer flourishes and where all find spiritual refreshment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For Carmelite communities and all who follow the spirituality of Mount Carmel.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who died with devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel may be clothed in glory and welcomed by her into heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that Mary, Star of the Sea, may guide him in navigating the Church through the challenges of our time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value silence, contemplation, and the spiritual well-being of its citizens, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with worldly distractions or spiritual dryness, that Our Lady of Mount Carmel may lead them to the wellspring of God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may faithfully wear the scapular as a sign of our consecration to Mary and our trust in her maternal protection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that honors Mary under her title of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, seeking her intercession for all our needs, 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 prayers, attain the holy mountain, Christ our Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may always respond to Christ's invitation — 'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened' — by becoming a refuge of rest and mercy for the broken and exhausted, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may take upon themselves the gentle yoke of justice and service, seeking the good of their people above personal gain, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are weary and heavily burdened — the sick, the grieving, the overwhelmed — that Christ may grant them the rest He promises to all who come to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from Jesus who is meek and humble of heart, taking on His yoke and finding that His burden is indeed light, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may truly be a place of rest for weary souls, where all who come find refreshment for their spirits in Christ's gentle presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who are weary in their faith, that they may return to Christ who offers them rest.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may now find the perfect rest that Christ promised to all who came to Him in faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a gentle and humble shepherd, offering the Church not a heavy burden but the light yoke of Christ's loving truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations may find rest from conflict and strife by submitting to the wisdom and peace that God offers to the humble of heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those worn down by anxiety, self-reliance, or the weight of sin, that they may hear Christ's voice today — 'Come to me' — and surrender their burdens to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may imitate the meekness and humility of Christ, allowing His gentle yoke to shape our relationships and daily choices, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that all who feel crushed by life's hardships may find in our parish family the refreshment and support Christ desires to give them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of meekness and humility, that we may carry the light burden of Christ rather than the crushing weight of our own pride.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may enter into the eternal Sabbath rest that Christ has prepared for those who love Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Friday

Friday, July 17, 2026

Thursday, 14th Week in Ordinary Time

·FerialLiturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Thursday, 14th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1
1.That the Church may always hold fast to the teaching of Jesus — 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice' — and proclaim a God who prizes compassion over rigid observance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with mercy and wisdom, giving priority to human dignity over bureaucratic rule, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those burdened by legalism, perfectionism, or a distorted image of God, that they may encounter the merciful Christ who desires compassion above all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from Jesus, Lord of the Sabbath, to keep holy days as seasons of grace and renewal rather than occasions of scrupulous burden, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that we may build a community marked by mercy toward one another, forgiving readily and welcoming all with the heart of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of God's mercy, that we may mirror it in all our dealings with others.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may receive God's mercy and rest in the peace of His eternal Sabbath, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may proclaim the Gospel of mercy boldly and guide the Church to be a field hospital of compassion for the wounded and searching, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations may enact laws that reflect the mercy and dignity God wills for every human person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are hungry — spiritually, materially, or emotionally — that they may find nourishment in Christ, who satisfies every longing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognize Jesus as Lord of every moment of our lives, and offer our Sundays and daily rest to His glory rather than to our own pursuits, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may seek first God's kingdom and trust that all else will be given to us, never placing lesser concerns above worship and prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who have drifted from Sunday worship, that they may rediscover the Lord's Day as a gift of grace.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into that eternal Sabbath rest where Christ is Lord of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may proclaim with Christ that God desires mercy — and that every act of mercy toward the unborn and their mothers flows from this divine heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may choose mercy over political calculation, protecting the lives of unborn children and the mothers who carry them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers in crisis pregnancies who feel crushed under impossible pressures, that they may find the mercy and practical support they need to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may never be silent when human dignity is at stake, but speak the truth with the mercy of Christ who said 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice', let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may be a people of mercy who welcome both mother and child, supporting them through pregnancy and beyond, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who serve women in crisis pregnancies, that their work of mercy may be blessed and fruitful.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost before birth may rest in the boundless mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Saturday

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Saint Camillus de Lellis, priest

○Optional MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Camillus de Lellis, priest

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Camillus de Lellis' compassionate care for the sick, may always be a tender mother to those who suffer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may prioritize healthcare for all, especially the poor and terminally ill, ensuring their dignity and comfort, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all healthcare workers, chaplains, and caregivers, that they may serve the sick with the selfless love and dedication of St. Camillus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may see Christ in the suffering and be moved to offer them our prayers, presence, and practical help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of healing and support for all who are ill, reflecting the merciful love of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are dying, that they may be prepared for a holy death through St. Camillus' intercession.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who dedicated their lives to caring for the sick may rejoice with St. Camillus in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may encourage ministries to the sick and dying, following St. Camillus' example, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may ensure that all have access to quality healthcare and compassionate end-of-life care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are afraid of sickness or death, that St. Camillus may intercede for them to find peace and trust in God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be generous in visiting the sick and comforting the sorrowful, fulfilling the corporal works of mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively supports and prays for the sick, the dying, and those who care for them, 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 receive the eternal healing and comfort of God's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may be the fulfillment of Isaiah's vision — the chosen Servant through whom Christ brings justice to the nations with gentleness rather than force, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may not break those who are already bruised but protect the vulnerable and lift up the downtrodden, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel like a bruised reed or a smoldering wick — nearly broken, nearly extinguished — that Christ may tenderly heal and rekindle them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may place our hope in Christ, God's chosen Servant, who will not cry out or raise his voice in the streets yet will bring justice to victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that we may be a community of gentle healers who do not crush the bruised reed but strengthen the weak and encourage the faint of heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are close to despair, that they may find in Christ the One who will not quench the smoldering wick.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be held in the tender care of Christ, God's Servant, and welcomed into His eternal joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may model the gentleness of God's chosen Servant, leading without dominance and restoring without crushing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations may find peace not through coercion but through the justice Christ brings — the justice that upholds the weak and defends the voiceless, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the brokenhearted and those whose faith has grown dim, that the Spirit may be poured out on them and restore them to new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may trust in Christ's name and place our hope in Him, for He is the Servant in whom God's soul delights, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may be a people who uphold justice quietly and lovingly, never failing or growing discouraged until it is established in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of gentleness in our service to others, that we may strengthen rather than crush those who are struggling.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may enter into the joy of the Servant who brought justice to victory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Sunday

Sunday, July 19, 2026

SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

·SundayLiturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1
1.That the Church may be patient as God is patient, allowing wheat and weeds to grow together until the harvest, trusting that God's judgment will be just and merciful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may resist the temptation to rule by force alone, seeking the slow growth of justice like leaven in the dough, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel their faith is small as a mustard seed, that they may trust that God will bring it to fullness in His own time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may never presume to uproot others in judgment, but leave the final harvest to God who alone sees the heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of patient and hopeful growth, like the mustard seed that becomes a great tree offering shelter to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of patience and hope as we await the fullness of God's kingdom.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be gathered as good wheat into the eternal granary of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may sow the Word of God with patience and trust that the kingdom works like yeast — slowly, invisibly, transforming the whole, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations may allow the leaven of the Gospel to transform their laws and cultures from within, beginning with those who dare to believe, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are discouraged by the persistence of evil in the world, that they may find hope in the mustard seed and the leaven — God's kingdom is already at work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be witnesses to the transforming power of the Gospel in our own lives, letting God's love leaven everything we do, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may rejoice that the kingdom of heaven is among us, growing quietly and surely until the day of the great harvest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a renewal of hope in the power of small and faithful acts to transform the world for Christ.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Alternate Prayers of the Faithful for the SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1
1.That the Church may preach the full mystery of the kingdom — its hiddenness now and its glorious revelation at the harvest — with joy and conviction, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may understand that true justice, like the mustard seed, often begins small and grows through patient and faithful effort, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who wonder if God is active in a world that seems full of weeds, that they may trust in His hidden presence, working like yeast in the dough, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not grow weary in doing good, remembering that the Son of Man will send His angels to gather the righteous at the final harvest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may embrace the mystery of growth — small beginnings, faithful effort, and the confident hope of an abundant harvest for the kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who sow seeds of the Gospel in hard or resistant soil, that they may persevere in hope.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be gathered into God's eternal kingdom where the righteous shine like the sun, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may proclaim the nearness of God's kingdom with the conviction that even the smallest seed of faith, faithfully nurtured, bears great fruit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That nations may resist the urge to uproot one another in haste, and instead seek the patient building of peace through dialogue and mutual respect, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For the discouraged and the struggling, that they may find in today's parables the assurance that God's work is never wasted, never defeated, always growing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may allow the leaven of God's grace to transform us from within — our families, our work, our communities — until His kingdom permeates all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our community, that we may be people of quiet, persistent faith — like yeast in the dough — bringing the presence of Christ into every corner of our world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who labor invisibly for the kingdom — in prayer, in service, in hidden acts of love.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may find that the small mustard seed of faith they planted bore fruit for eternity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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