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Prayers of the Faithful Today

April 6

5th SUNDAY OF LENT

Sunday
Liturgical Color: Violet

Prayers of the Faithful for the 5th SUNDAY OF LENT

Option 1

1.That the Church, like Christ calling Lazarus from the tomb, may bring the hope of resurrection and new life to a world deadened by sin, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may work to unbind those oppressed by injustice, poverty, or violence, and restore them to freedom and dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are grieving the loss of loved ones, or who are facing their own mortality, that they may find comfort and hope in Christ, the Resurrection and the Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we who believe in the resurrection of the body may live in joyful hope, preparing for eternal life with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith in the resurrection is strong, and where all support one another in times of sorrow and loss, 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 who have fallen asleep in Christ may be awakened to eternal life and glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may proclaim with power the good news of Christ's victory over death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may cherish and protect human life at every stage, recognizing its sacredness and ultimate destiny in God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are trapped in spiritual death by sin or despair, that they may hear Christ's call to come forth into the light of His grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Lenten journey may lead us to a deeper faith in the resurrection, freeing us from the fear of death and inspiring us to live for Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that witnesses to the hope of eternal life and supports its members in their journey towards it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For catechumens preparing for baptism, that they may die to sin and rise to new life in Christ.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died believing in Christ may share in His resurrection and live with Him forever, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a voice for all who are entombed by the culture of death, especially unborn children, calling them forth to life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may unbind our society from laws that permit abortion, and recognize every human life as destined for resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the spiritual death of abortion and embrace Christ, the Resurrection and the Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers who are tempted to despair may hear Christ's call to choose life, trusting in His power to overcome all obstacles, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where every life is welcomed and cherished, reflecting our hope in the resurrection and eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to bring hope and support to those facing difficult pregnancies.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be raised by Christ to the glory of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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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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