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Prayers of the Faithful Today

April 17

HOLY THURSDAY OF THE LORD'S SUPPER

Holy Thursday
Liturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for HOLY THURSDAY OF THE LORD'S SUPPER

Option 1

1.That the Church, nourished by the Holy Eucharist and inspired by Christ's example of service, may always be a community of love and self-giving, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For Pope Leo XIV, all bishops and priests, that they may faithfully celebrate the Eucharist and serve God's people with the humble love of Christ, the High Priest, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.That world leaders may learn from Christ's command to wash one another's feet, and govern with a spirit of humble service and care for the vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we who partake of the Lord's Supper may be transformed by His presence and become living witnesses to His love in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, gathered around the altar of sacrifice, may be united in charity and go forth to serve our brothers and sisters in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life, to serve at the altar and among God's people.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed who were nourished by the Eucharist on earth may now share in the eternal banquet of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For the holy Church of God, that this night we may be renewed in our love for the Eucharist, the sacrament of Christ's abiding presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For all priests, who share in Christ's priesthood, that they may be strengthened in their ministry and conformed ever more closely to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.That civil authorities may promote unity and selfless service, inspired by Jesus who came not to be served but to serve, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our reception of Holy Communion may deepen our commitment to love one another as Christ has loved us, especially the poor and needy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish community, as we keep watch with the Lord this night, may grow in adoration and gratitude for the gift of His Body and Blood, 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 who have died may be brought to the heavenly feast, where Christ is the eternal priest and victim, 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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