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Prayers of the Faithful Today

January 15

Wednesday in the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

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

Option 1

1.That the Church, in its daily life, may be a clear sign of God's presence and love in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all who hold public office may be guided by integrity and a commitment to the service of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who face daily struggles with health, finances, or relationships, that they may find strength and hope in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognize the opportunities for holiness in our ordinary routines and offer our work to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the Gospel is lived authentically and joyfully, 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 enjoy the eternal peace of God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom and be a source of unity for all believers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That societies around the world may foster justice and peace, ensuring the dignity of every individual, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are unemployed or seeking better opportunities, that they may find dignified work, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be attentive to the needs of those around us and quick to offer a helping hand or a word of encouragement, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a vibrant community of disciples, actively engaged in the mission of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of charity and service within our community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have served God in their lives may be rewarded with eternal happiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may steadfastly uphold the sanctity of every human life, from conception until natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be inspired to create and support legislation that protects the unborn and offers alternatives to abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a complete end to the practice of abortion, and for a societal embrace of all children as precious gifts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those facing difficult end-of-life decisions may receive compassionate care that affirms their dignity, rejecting euthanasia, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a haven of support for pregnant women, new parents, and the vulnerable elderly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who volunteer in pro-life ministries and advocate for the voiceless.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all children lost before birth may be cherished in God's eternal love, 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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