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Prayers of the Faithful Today

May 6

Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Easter

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Prayers of the Faithful for Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church may persevere in witnessing to the risen Christ, even amidst persecution and hardship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may uphold the rights of all citizens, especially the freedom to worship God and live according to one's conscience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who suffer for their faith in Christ, that they may be strengthened by the Holy Spirit and find courage in the example of the first martyrs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to embrace the cost of discipleship, remaining faithful to Christ even when it is difficult, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all support one another in times of trial, 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 remained steadfast in faith may now receive the crown of righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with apostolic courage and zeal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may hear the good news of salvation and be scattered by grace to proclaim Christ to the ends of the earth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, that their sufferings may bear abundant fruit for the kingdom of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may empower us to be bold witnesses to Christ, unafraid to speak His name and share His love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that supports missionaries and all who suffer for the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in missionary vocations and a spirit of evangelization.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may join the company of martyrs and saints in praising God eternally, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a fearless witness to the sanctity of every human life, even when persecuted for this truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may have the courage to protect unborn children from the violence of abortion, choosing life over death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts in our society, that all may turn from the sin of abortion and embrace the Gospel of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers facing pressure or persecution may find strength in Christ to choose life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a steadfast advocate for the unborn, offering prayers and support for a culture that cherishes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who courageously defend the unborn in the public square.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be counted among the holy innocents 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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