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Prayers of the Faithful Today

January 14

Tuesday in the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

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Prayers of the Faithful for Tuesday in the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may faithfully proclaim the Gospel to all nations, bringing hope and salvation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may work for justice and peace, upholding the dignity of every human person, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are sick, suffering, or in any need, that they may experience Christ's healing love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we, inspired by the Holy Spirit, may seek new ways to serve our neighbor and build up the community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may grow in faith and charity, reflecting the love of Christ to all, 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.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with wisdom and courage in these ordinary times, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those in positions of authority may be inspired to create societies where all can flourish, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel lost or without purpose, that they may discover God's loving plan for their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be patient and compassionate with ourselves and others as we strive for holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish families may be sources of strength and faith for one another, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in mutual understanding and respect within our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the joy of the heavenly kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may courageously defend the sanctity of all human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may enact legislation that protects the unborn and supports pregnant women in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For an end to the scourge of abortion, and for healing for all those affected by it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those tempted to despair at the end of life may find hope and compassionate care, rejecting euthanasia and assisted suicide, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may actively promote a culture of life, cherishing every human person as a gift from God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who work in crisis pregnancy centers and for all who advocate for the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all victims of abortion may find peace and mercy in God's loving embrace, 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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