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Prayers of the Faithful Today

March 16

2nd SUNDAY OF LENT

Sunday
Liturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for the 2nd SUNDAY OF LENT

Option 1

1.That the Church, contemplating the glory of the transfigured Lord, may be strengthened in her mission to proclaim Him to the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek the light of truth and be guided by a vision of peace and justice for all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are undergoing trials or suffering, that they may be sustained by the hope of future glory revealed in Christ's transfiguration, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may listen attentively to Jesus, the beloved Son, and be transformed by His grace during this Lenten season, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, in our Lenten journey, may be a place where the glory of God is glimpsed through our faith and good works, 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 behold the unveiled glory of God in the company of the saints, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead us up the mountain of prayer and reveal to us the glory of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may be transfigured by the values of the Gospel, reflecting justice, truth, and fraternal love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are discouraged or have lost sight of God's presence, that the light of Christ's transfiguration may renew their hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten practices may purify our vision, enabling us to see Christ more clearly and follow Him more closely, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that climbs the mountain with Christ, seeking His face and listening to His voice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper appreciation of the mystery of the Transfiguration and its meaning for our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in Christ may be transfigured in glory and share in His eternal radiance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may radiate the glory of God by defending the sacredness of every human life, especially the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be transfigured by truth and enact laws that protect every child from the violence of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may see the divine image in every human being, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those who are tempted to abortion may be enlightened by Christ's glory and choose life, supported by our love and care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a shining witness to the Gospel of Life, actively working to protect the unborn and support their mothers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who advocate for the legal protection of unborn children, that their efforts may be blessed.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may behold the glorious face of God in heaven, 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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