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Prayers of the Faithful Today

January 9

Thursday after Epiphany

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Prayers of the Faithful for Thursday after Epiphany

Option 1

1.That the Church may continue to reveal the mystery of Christ to all cultures and peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek the wisdom that comes from God in their governance and decision-making, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are lost or confused, that they may find guidance and clarity in the light of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be generous in offering our time and talents for the building up of God's kingdom on earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of faith, drawing all people to the love of Jesus, 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 light and peace of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the universal Church with faithfulness and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all nations may live in harmony, respecting the dignity and rights of every person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are poor and marginalized, that they may experience God's compassionate care through our actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be open to the surprising ways God reveals Himself in our lives and in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community of fervent prayer and active witness to the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are seeking employment or facing economic hardship.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought into the glorious presence of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may steadfastly proclaim the sanctity of every human life, created in God's image, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That our society may reject the culture of death and embrace a profound respect for life from its very beginning, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For an end to abortion, euthanasia, and all attacks against human dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may receive the support and care they need to welcome their children with joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a source of help and hope for families, the unborn, and the vulnerable elderly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in pro-life ministries and advocate for the defenseless.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all whose lives were cut short may find eternal life and peace with God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

How to Use These Prayers

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  4. Use during Mass: Have a lector read each intention, with the congregation responding "Lord, hear our prayer."

About Prayers of the Faithful

The Prayers of the Faithful, also known as bidding prayers or general intercessions, are an essential part of the Catholic Mass. These prayers allow the congregation to intercede for the needs of the Church, the world, those in authority, those oppressed by various needs, the local community, and the deceased.

Our daily prayers are carefully crafted according to the liturgical calendar, ensuring that each day's intercessions are appropriate for the specific celebration, whether it be a solemnity, feast, memorial, or ordinary day of the liturgical year.

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