Prayers of the Faithful This Week

Week of August 14 - August 20, 2028

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Monday

Monday, August 14, 2028

Saint Maximilian Kolbe, priest and martyr

●MemorialLiturgical Color: Red

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Maximilian Kolbe, priest and martyr

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Maximilian Kolbe's heroic charity and love for the Immaculata, may always defend human dignity and offer her life for others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may reject violence and hatred, and work to build a civilization of love where every life is sacred, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are imprisoned, especially those suffering unjustly or facing death, that they may find hope and strength in Christ through St. Maximilian's intercession, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage to lay down our lives for our friends, imitating Christ's selfless love and the example of St. Maximilian, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where charity abounds and where all are willing to make sacrifices for the good of others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For families, especially those facing hardship or separation.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs of charity who gave their lives for others may rejoice with St. Maximilian Kolbe 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 be true shepherds, willing to give their lives for their flock, like St. Maximilian, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may learn from the horrors of the past and actively combat all forms of hatred, bigotry, and violence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with addiction or despair, that they may find hope and healing through the intercession of St. Maximilian, patron of the addicted, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our love for Mary Immaculate may lead us to a deeper love for her Son and a greater willingness to serve Him in our neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that champions the cause of life and stands in solidarity with all who suffer, 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, through the merits of Christ's sacrifice, attain eternal life and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may always uphold God's plan for marriage: that from the beginning He made them male and female, and what God has joined together, no human power may separate, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may defend the sanctity and indissolubility of marriage in law and policy, recognizing it as the foundation of family and society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For couples whose marriages are in difficulty, that they may receive the graces needed to remain faithful to their vows and to grow in love through every trial, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may embrace marriage as a vocation of total, faithful, and life-giving love, ordered by God from the beginning of creation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may provide strong marriage preparation and ongoing support for married couples, honoring the great sacrament entrusted to the Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those whose marriages have broken down, that they may find healing, guidance, and God's mercy.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived in faithful married love may now rejoice in the eternal union of God's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may courageously teach the beauty of God's plan for marriage and family in a culture that redefines them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may recognize marriage as a unique covenant between one man and one woman, providing the stable foundation that children need to flourish, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are called to celibacy for the sake of the kingdom of heaven—priests and consecrated religious—that they may embrace their vocation as a great gift, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive whatever vocation God gives us—marriage or celibacy—with gratitude, living it faithfully as a path to holiness and eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may celebrate both marriage and consecrated life as beautiful vocations, supporting all who live these callings with prayer and fraternal love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For seminarians, novices, and all who are discerning their vocation, that they may find clarity and courage.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be united in the perfect love of God, who is the author of every faithful bond, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Tuesday

Tuesday, August 15, 2028

THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

✚SolemnityLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Option 1
1.That the Church may magnify the Lord with Mary's own voice, proclaiming with the Magnificat that He has looked on the lowliness of His servant and done great things for His people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may heed Mary's canticle: that God casts down the mighty from their thrones and lifts up the lowly, and build societies that reflect His justice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are poor, hungry, or overlooked, that Mary's Assumption may be their sign of hope—God fills the hungry with good things and remembers His promise of mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may rise with haste, like Mary visiting Elizabeth, to bring Christ to those around us, and find in every encounter the joy that makes the heart leap with gladness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may celebrate this solemnity with hearts full of the Magnificat, rejoicing that God's mercy is from age to age on those who fear Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are grieving, that Mary assumed into glory may be their sign of resurrection and lasting hope.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may share in Mary's glory, raised body and soul into the eternal presence of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all shepherds, that they may lead the Church in Mary's school of faith, teaching us to ponder God's word and magnify the Lord in all things, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all who are powerful in this world may hear the Magnificat's challenge—God scatters the proud in their conceit—and govern with humility and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women who carry new life and face fear or hardship, that they may be visited by God's grace as Mary visited Elizabeth, strengthened and filled with holy joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live in the light of the Assumption: our bodies are temples of the Spirit, destined for glory, and called to share in Mary's eternal victory over sin and death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may honor Mary's Assumption by embracing her Magnificat as our own—seeking God's justice, serving the poor, and living in joyful hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper Marian devotion in our community, that Mary may lead us to her Son.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may, through Mary's intercession, be taken up into the joy of heaven where she reigns with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Solemnity is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may never hinder the little ones from coming to Christ, but in every generation bring children to Him through Baptism, catechesis, and the witness of holy lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may protect children's dignity, safety, and right to know their Creator, never placing obstacles before the most vulnerable members of society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For children who suffer from neglect, abuse, poverty, or illness, that Jesus who laid His hands on them in blessing may surround them now with His healing love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may embrace Christ's word: 'Let the children come to me, do not hinder them,' by our reverence for every child's life from the moment of conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a welcoming home for children and families, where the young are formed in faith and the kingdom of heaven is made tangible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For children who are lost, exploited, or at risk, that the Lord may place His hands of blessing upon them.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may enter the kingdom that belongs to those who come to Christ with a child's trust, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may lay their hands in blessing on the young people of the Church, forming them in the faith that leads to eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may protect every child from exploitation and harm, recognizing that to such as these belongs the kingdom of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For parents who faithfully bring their children to Christ in prayer and sacrament, that they may be strengthened and encouraged in this most important vocation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive the kingdom of heaven with childlike trust and simplicity, never letting pride or self-sufficiency become obstacles to God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may support families with young children in practical and prayerful ways, so that no family ever faces the journey of faith alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For unborn children in danger, that the Lord's hand of blessing may protect them and open hearts to welcome them.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed by Christ who gathers to Himself all who came to Him with humble hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Wednesday

Wednesday, August 16, 2028

TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

·SundayLiturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1
1.That the Church may bring Christ's healing to all peoples without exception, extending the Lord's mercy far beyond every boundary of nation, race, or religion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may care for those who are excluded and forgotten, hearing their persistent cry as God heard the Canaanite woman's plea, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who cry out to God in desperate need for a loved one who is suffering, that they may not lose heart but persevere in faith until the answer comes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be humbled by the Canaanite woman's example: kneeling before the Lord with total trust, saying only 'Lord, help me,' and receiving the gift of great faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that welcomes every person who comes seeking healing and mercy, never turning anyone away from the table of God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who feel like outsiders or who approach God with doubt, that they may find His welcome.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who persevered in faith may now feast at the eternal banquet where God's mercy overflows without measure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all shepherds of the Church, that they may carry the Gospel to all peoples, even the unexpected and the overlooked, as Christ revealed Himself to the Canaanite woman, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may hear the call to faith, breaking down barriers of prejudice and exclusion, so that every person may encounter the healing mercy of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose prayers have gone seemingly unanswered, that they may persist like the Canaanite woman and trust that God hears even the silent cries of the heart, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may hear Christ's word as our greatest reward: 'O woman, great is your faith!'—and let that hunger for God be the driving force of our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may reach beyond its walls to serve those in greatest need, recognizing that even the crumbs of God's grace bring healing to the whole person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of persistent prayer and unwavering trust in God's hidden purposes.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to gather with the nations at God's eternal table, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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

Option 1
1.That the Church may be a mother who intercedes for her children with the tenacity of the Canaanite woman, bringing every broken and suffering life before the healing presence of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may hear the cries of those living on the margins and respond with swift justice, not silence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers and fathers who cry out to God for their children who are suffering in body, mind, or spirit, that the Lord may hear their plea and grant healing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may persevere in prayer when God seems silent, trusting that behind His silence is a hidden mercy preparing a greater gift than we could imagine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may never give up praying for those who are far from God, persisting with the woman's boldness until every lost soul is found, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For parents and family members interceding for loved ones who have left the faith or are struggling.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who persisted in faith through trial may now be welcomed to the fullness of God's merciful grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all the Church, that they may carry Christ's healing word to every nation, making no person an outsider to God's saving love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may build systems of welcome and solidarity, so that no one is turned away empty-handed from the resources that sustain human dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For refugees, migrants, and all who are treated as outsiders, that they may encounter in the Church a community that mirrors Christ's welcome to the Canaanite woman, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the faith that breaks down every barrier—the faith that kneels before the Lord and does not rise until He says: 'As you desire, so let it be done,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may reflect the universality of God's mercy, active in outreach and fearless in bringing the Gospel to those who have not yet heard it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who feel unworthy of God's mercy, that they may dare to approach Him with humble boldness.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be gathered from every nation into the eternal banquet of God's merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Thursday

Thursday, August 17, 2028

Monday, 20th Week in Ordinary Time

·WeekdayLiturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Monday, 20th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1
1.That the Church may always call her members beyond mere observance of commandments to radical discipleship—to give all they have and follow Christ wherever He leads, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be moved to share wealth with the poor and create just societies where no one is left behind by the hunger for possessions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel the pull of Christ's call but hesitate, weighed down by possessions, comfort, or status, that they may not walk away sad but embrace the freedom of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may honestly ask the Lord: 'What do I still lack?'—and be open to whatever He asks, even if it means letting go of our most prized possessions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of generous disciples who hold nothing back from God, storing up treasure in heaven through service and self-giving, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those discerning a vocation to religious life or priesthood, that they may respond to Christ's invitation with courage.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may have laid aside every earthly attachment and now possess the treasure of eternal life in God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may inspire the faithful to seek not worldly comfort but the treasure in heaven that moth and rust cannot destroy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may be freed from the idolatry of wealth and possessions, recognizing that eternal life is the one thing worth seeking above all else, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are enslaved to materialism or consumerism, that Christ's invitation—'Come, follow me'—may break through the hold of earthly goods and set them free, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may hear today's Gospel as addressed personally to us: 'What good must I do?'—and take a courageous step toward greater love of God and neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may encourage generous giving, simplicity of life, and the detachment that makes us truly free to follow Christ without looking back, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are struggling with debt or poverty, that they may find generous support and God's providential care.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may find in Christ the treasure that surpasses all earthly riches, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may call every generation to see children not as a burden but as the one treasure that cannot be bought or sold—a gift from God to be welcomed with open arms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may understand that true wealth is measured not in material goods but in the lives we protect—especially those of unborn children—and may legislate accordingly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women in crisis pregnancies who feel they have too little to give their child, that God may show them that a mother's love is the greatest treasure, and that support is near, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not walk away from the invitation to choose life—for ourselves or for others—but respond generously, trusting that those who give all receive a hundredfold, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community may be rich in practical support for vulnerable mothers and children, so that no one faces the gift of new life feeling alone and without resources, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For crisis pregnancy centers and ministries that provide material support to mothers choosing life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died, including the unborn, may receive the treasure of eternal life from the God who knows every soul by name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Friday

Friday, August 18, 2028

Tuesday, 20th Week in Ordinary Time

·WeekdayLiturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Tuesday, 20th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1
1.That the Church may always proclaim, with the disciples' wonder, that salvation is impossible for human beings but possible for God—and so never cease offering the mercy of Christ to every sinner, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may hear the Lord's warning that the accumulation of wealth makes it harder to enter God's kingdom, and may govern with justice and generosity rather than self-interest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are enslaved to riches, ambition, or security, that God—who does the impossible—may free their hearts to follow Christ with joy and total trust, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we who have given up much for Christ may trust His promise: we will receive a hundredfold and inherit eternal life, for the last shall be first and the first last, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that holds earthly goods lightly, invests generously in God's kingdom, and trusts that what is impossible for us is always possible for God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are struggling financially, that they may experience God's providential care.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who gave up earthly things to follow Christ may now receive the hundredfold in eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may proclaim God's mercy as the only power that makes salvation possible, and never reduce the Gospel to mere human effort, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize that true wealth is found not in possessions or status but in belonging to God, who makes impossible things possible through His grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have left families, careers, or security behind to serve Christ—missionaries, priests, and religious—that they may rejoice in the hundredfold promised to those who follow Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be humbled by the reversal Christ announces—the last will be first and the first will be last—and so serve rather than seek to be served, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may encourage generous sacrifice for the kingdom, celebrating every act of self-giving as an investment in the eternal inheritance God prepares for His children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those discerning religious vocations, that they may trust Christ's promise of the hundredfold reward.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may enter the new age where the last are first, welcomed into God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Pro Life Option
1.That the Church may boldly proclaim that protecting every unborn life—even when it seems costly or impossible—is the kind of love that God rewards with a hundredfold, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may trust that defending the life of the unborn, even against great pressure, is not impossible—for with God, all things are possible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers in crisis pregnancies who feel that choosing life is impossible, that God who does the impossible may provide everything they need and show them they are not alone, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may give generously to support mothers and children at risk, trusting that every sacrifice made for life will receive a hundredfold return in God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a sign of God's power to make the impossible possible: a community where no mother has to face the gift of new life alone or without hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For crisis pregnancy ministries that make life-affirming choices possible for vulnerable mothers.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died, including unborn children, may receive the inheritance of eternal life from the God for whom nothing is impossible, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Saturday

Saturday, August 19, 2028

Saint John Eudes, priest

○Optional MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint John Eudes, priest

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. John Eudes' devotion to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, may always be a fount of divine love and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with hearts full of compassion and seek to promote the spiritual well-being of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all priests and seminarians, that they may cultivate a deep love for the priestly heart of Christ and the maternal heart of Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a tender devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, finding in them our refuge and strength, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where love for the Sacred Hearts flourishes, leading all to holiness and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are struggling with lukewarmness or indifference in their faith.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who were devoted to the Sacred Hearts may now rejoice in their eternal embrace with St. John Eudes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that their hearts may burn with love for Christ and His mother, guiding the faithful with pastoral zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may be transformed by the power of divine love, fostering a culture of compassion and solidarity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose hearts are hardened by sin or sorrow, that they may be touched by the merciful love flowing from the Hearts of Jesus and Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may make reparation for offenses against the Sacred Hearts through our prayers, sacrifices, and works of charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community deeply consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, 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 find eternal rest in the loving Hearts of Jesus and Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1
1.That the Church may proclaim God's astonishing generosity—that He calls workers at every hour of life and offers the same eternal reward to all who come to Him—and never treat His mercy as something to be rationed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be challenged by the parable of the vineyard: that justice is not merely equal wages for equal work, but a generosity that ensures no one is left without what they need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who came to faith late in life, or who are only now hearing God's call, that they may know they are fully welcomed into His vineyard and will receive the same reward as those who came before them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may resist envy of God's mercy shown to others, and rejoice that the last are called with the same love as the first, for His generosity has no limit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may mirror the vineyard owner's spirit—always going out to invite more workers, never closing the gates, and celebrating every person who answers the call at any hour, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who feel it is too late to turn back to God, that they may hear His call even now and come.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may receive the same denarius of eternal life, by God's mercy rather than their merit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may go out at every hour to call laborers into God's vineyard, persisting in evangelization without discouragement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may build economies of generosity where no one stands idle for lack of opportunity, and where the dignity of labor is respected for every person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have been standing idle—distant from God or alienated from the Church—that today they may hear the Lord's call: 'You too go into my vineyard,' and respond with joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may receive our day's wage—God's grace—with gratitude rather than comparison, trusting that His goodness to others does not diminish what He gives us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may welcome returning Catholics and new believers with the same generous embrace as those who have been faithful from the first hour, letting no one feel second-best, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are new to the faith or returning after long absence, that they may be fully welcomed into the life of the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may receive by God's free gift the eternal life He promised to all who answered His call, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Sunday

Sunday, August 20, 2028

Saint Bernard, abbot and doctor of the Church

●MemorialLiturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Bernard, abbot and doctor of the Church

Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Bernard's ardent love for Christ and his eloquent preaching, may always draw souls to the sweetness of God's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek wisdom and govern with hearts full of charity and concern for their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all monks, nuns, and those dedicated to contemplative prayer, that their lives may be a powerful witness to the primacy of God, like St. Bernard, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep personal love for Jesus and a tender devotion to His mother Mary, as St. Bernard taught, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the love of God is fervently sought and where all are encouraged to grow in holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Cistercian Order and all who follow the monastic way of life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who loved God ardently in this life may now rejoice with St. Bernard in the eternal vision of His glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be true "mellifluous doctors," like St. Bernard, feeding the flock with sound doctrine and sweet devotion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value spiritual wisdom and create an environment where faith and contemplation can flourish, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with dryness in prayer or a lack of spiritual fervor, that St. Bernard's intercession may enkindle their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from St. Bernard to meditate on the mysteries of Christ's life and to find in Him all our joy and consolation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that values both intellectual understanding of the faith and affective love for God, 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 sweetness and light of God's eternal 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 proclaim the cross before the crown, following Christ who went up to Jerusalem knowing He would be handed over, mocked, and crucified—and rose on the third day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may understand with Christ that true greatness is not domination but service, and may govern as those who come not to be served but to serve their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who seek positions of honor or influence in the Church or society, that they may be converted by Christ's word: 'Whoever wishes to be great among you shall be your servant,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may ask ourselves with courage: 'Can you drink the chalice that I am going to drink?'—and say yes to whatever suffering, service, or sacrifice God asks of us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of servants rather than one seeking the best seats, shaped by the Son of Man who gave His life as a ransom for many, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those carrying heavy crosses of illness, grief, or injustice, that Christ's passion may give meaning to their suffering.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who drank the chalice of suffering with Christ may now share in His resurrection glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be servants of the servants of God, modeling their ministry on Christ who came not to be served but to give His life for many, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may honor and reward those who dedicate their lives to service rather than those who accumulate power and wealth, reflecting Christ's standard of true greatness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those called to sacrificial vocations—parents, caregivers, nurses, teachers—that they may find in Christ's self-giving the strength and dignity that sustains them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may enter ever more deeply into the mystery of the Eucharist, where we receive the very Body and Blood of the One who gave His life as a ransom for many, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be formed by the servant-heart of Christ: a community where the greatest is the one who gives most generously in love and in service of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who serve others without recognition or reward, that God may honor their hidden sacrifice.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may share in the victory of Christ who ransomed them by giving His life for many, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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