Prayers of the Faithful Today
April 22
TUESDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER
✠Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for TUESDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER
Option 1
1.That the Church, filled with the joy of the resurrection, may be a fearless witness to Christ's victory over sin and death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be inspired by the peace of the risen Christ to work for harmony and justice among nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are encountering the risen Lord through His word and sacraments, that their faith may be strengthened and their hearts filled with hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognize Christ in our daily encounters and share the good news of His resurrection with all we meet, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, celebrating this Easter Octave, may be a place of vibrant faith and overflowing joy, 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 life promised by the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all ministers of the Church, that they may proclaim with conviction, 'The Lord is truly risen, Alleluia!', let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be touched by the grace of Easter and drawn into the embrace of God's merciful love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are grieving, that the hope of the resurrection may bring them comfort and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our lives may be transformed by our belief in the resurrection, making us bold witnesses to Christ's saving power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that this Easter season may renew our spirits and empower us for mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of the mystery of Christ's resurrection.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in faith may awaken to the glorious light of Easter morning, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
How to Use These Prayers
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- 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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