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Prayers of the Faithful Today

June 5

Saint Boniface, bishop and martyr

✚Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red

Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Boniface, bishop and martyr

Option 1

1.That the Church, inspired by the missionary zeal of St. Boniface, may be fearless in proclaiming the Gospel and cutting down the idols of our time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may uphold religious freedom and protect those who courageously witness to their faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all missionaries and those who bring the light of Christ to pagan lands or cultures, that they may be strengthened by the example of St. Boniface, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage to challenge false gods and to live our faith with unwavering conviction, even at the cost of our lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the truth of the Gospel is boldly proclaimed and where all are called to conversion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Church in Germany and for the evangelization of Europe.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who died bringing Christ to others may rejoice with St. Boniface in the heavenly kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be courageous apostles like St. Boniface, felling the trees of error with the axe of truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may be purified from all forms of idolatry and embrace the one true God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are enslaved by false beliefs or worldly attachments, that they may be set free by the power of Christ's Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Easter faith may make us eager to share the good news of salvation, even with those who are hostile to it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of bold evangelizers, unafraid to speak the truth in love, 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 from darkness to light by the mercy of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Variations if Memorial is not celebrated

Option 1

1.That the Church may be ever vigilant in prayer, as she awaits the Paraclete promised by the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek the Spirit's gift of counsel in their decisions and work for the good of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are preparing for Pentecost, that their hearts may be ready to receive the fire of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live in joyful expectation of the Spirit's coming, allowing Him to renew our minds and hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people of ardent prayer, invoking the Holy Spirit upon ourselves and upon the whole world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our time.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may be filled with the eternal joy of the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that the Holy Spirit may confirm him in wisdom and fortitude for his apostolic ministry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be open to the testimony of the Spirit, who bears witness to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel weak or fearful, that the Spirit of strength may empower them to be courageous witnesses, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our lives may be guided by the Holy Spirit, leading us into all truth and conforming us to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community inflamed with the love of the Spirit, eager to share the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper devotion to the Holy Spirit, the soul of the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought by the Spirit to the perfect knowledge and love of God, 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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