Prayers of the Faithful Today
May 10
Saint Damien de Veuster, priest / Saint John of Avila, priest and doctor of the Church
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Damien de Veuster, priest
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Damien's heroic love for lepers, may always reach out to those who are most rejected and marginalized by society, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may prioritize the care of the sick and outcast, ensuring that all receive compassion and dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who suffer from debilitating diseases or social stigma, that they may find hope and companionship in Christ and His Church, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage to serve Christ in the poorest and most afflicted, seeing His face in them as St. Damien did, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of welcome and inclusion for all, especially those whom society tends to forget, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For healthcare workers and missionaries who serve in difficult and dangerous conditions.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who lived lives of selfless service to the suffering may rejoice with St. Damien in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.That the Church, guided by the wisdom of St. John of Avila, may always promote reform and holiness among her clergy and faithful, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek divine guidance and govern with a spirit of justice and dedication to truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all priests and seminarians, that they may be inspired by St. John of Avila's zeal for sacred learning and pastoral care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may deepen our understanding of the faith through prayer and study, striving for a more profound union with Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where ongoing spiritual formation and a love for sacred doctrine flourish, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the sanctification of priests and for an increase in vocations to the priesthood.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who faithfully taught and lived the Christian faith may rejoice with St. John of Avila in heavenly wisdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may conclude this week of Easter with hearts full of gratitude and praise for the risen Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil leaders may find rest and renewal this weekend, seeking wisdom for their important duties, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who will gather for worship on the Lord's Day, that their faith may be deepened and their hope in Christ's victory strengthened, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use our leisure time to grow in our relationship with God, to cherish our families, and to serve those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be united in joyful anticipation of the Sunday Eucharist, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For safe travel for all who are journeying.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in the hope of the resurrection may awaken to eternal life and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be filled with the peace and joy of the risen Christ as he shepherds God's flock, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may find moments of quiet reflection to encounter the risen Lord and experience His transformative love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families, that they may be havens of Easter peace, sharing the joy of Christ's victory with one another and the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach the end of this week with gratitude for the gift of new life won for us by Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our Sunday celebration of the Eucharist may be a powerful encounter with the risen Lord, renewing us for His mission, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated, that they may experience the fellowship of our Easter community.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed loved ones may rejoice in the eternal Easter of heaven with all the saints, 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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