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Prayers of the Faithful Today

January 29

Wednesday in the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time

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Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Wednesday in the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may be a leaven of holiness and truth in the world, transforming society from within, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be guided by wisdom and integrity, always seeking the common good of their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are sick, especially those with chronic or life-threatening illnesses, that they may find comfort and healing in God's love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be patient and persevering in our daily struggles, trusting in God's grace to sustain us, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the corporal and spiritual works of mercy are actively practiced, 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 be granted eternal rest and peace in God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may continue to lead the Church with courage and pastoral love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may live in harmony, respecting the dignity of every person and working for a just world order, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are lonely or feel abandoned, that they may experience the warmth of Christian fellowship and God's unwavering presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be diligent in prayer and grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ each day, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a vibrant community of faith, reaching out with compassion to those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater appreciation of the sacrament of Reconciliation.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal embrace of our loving Father, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a constant voice for the voiceless, defending the sanctity of every human life from conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That our society may awaken to the grave injustice of abortion and work to establish legal protection for all unborn children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all pregnant women, especially those in difficult circumstances, that they may receive the support and resources to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those who are elderly or infirm may be treated with dignity and love, and that our culture may reject euthanasia and assisted suicide, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may actively promote the Gospel of Life through prayer, education, and compassionate outreach, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who volunteer at crisis pregnancy centers and offer support to new mothers.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be held in God's tender mercy, 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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