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Prayers of the Faithful Today

January 19

2nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sunday
Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the 2nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church throughout the world may faithfully proclaim the joy of the Gospel in this Ordinary Time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be guided by a spirit of service and promote justice and peace for all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are suffering from illness, poverty, or any form of distress, that they may experience the compassion and healing of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be attentive to God's call in the ordinary circumstances of our lives and respond with generosity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may grow in unity and love, supporting one another on our journey of faith, 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 banquet of heaven, 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 holiness in its mission to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may recognize their interconnectedness and work together for the common good and the care of creation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are searching for meaning and purpose, that they may encounter Christ, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use our gifts and talents to serve others, reflecting the love and mercy of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a vibrant community of disciples, witnessing to the transforming power of God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in the peace of Christ may be welcomed into the joy of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a steadfast defender of 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 be enlightened to protect every human life, especially the most vulnerable among us, the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For an end to the scourge of abortion, and for healing and mercy for all those affected by it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those who are elderly, sick, or disabled may receive loving care that affirms their inherent dignity, rejecting all forms of euthanasia, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may actively promote a culture of life, offering support and resources to mothers, children, and families in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work in crisis pregnancy centers and for those who advocate for the legal protection of the unborn.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children who have died without the grace of baptism may be entrusted to God's infinite love and mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

How to Use These Prayers

  1. Choose your option: Select from the available prayer options based on your celebration.
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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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