Prayers of the Faithful Today
June 27
THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS
✠Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS
Option 1
1.That the Church, drawing life from the pierced Heart of Christ, may be a fount of mercy and compassion for all humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with hearts open to love and justice, seeking to heal the wounds of division and hatred, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are burdened by sin, sorrow, or loneliness, that they may find refuge and solace in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from the meek and humble Heart of Jesus to love one another with selfless generosity and unwavering fidelity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, consecrated to the Sacred Heart, may be a place where His reign of love is made manifest in our lives, 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 trusted in the Sacred Heart may now rest in His eternal love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that their hearts may be conformed to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may be drawn to the Heart of Christ, the source of all consolation and hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those whose hearts are cold or indifferent to God's love, that the fire of the Sacred Heart may enkindle in them a new warmth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may make reparation for our sins and the sins of the world by uniting our hearts to the loving and obedient Heart of Jesus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our devotion to the Sacred Heart may lead us to a deeper love for the Eucharist and a more fervent life of prayer and service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus in our families and homes.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may find their eternal home in the loving Heart of Jesus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Solemnity is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may faithfully follow Christ, even when it means embracing the cross and self-denial, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may seek the true good of their people, rather than personal gain or worldly power, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling to carry their crosses, that they may find strength and companionship in Jesus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may deny ourselves daily, take up our cross, and follow Christ, trusting in His promise of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where all support one another in bearing their burdens and following the way of the cross, 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 bore their crosses patiently may now share in Christ's glorious resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with the wisdom of the cross and the hope of the resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize that true life is found in losing oneself for the sake of Christ and the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to choose the easy path of worldly comfort, that they may embrace the challenge of Christian discipleship, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be ashamed of the cross of Christ, but see it as the source of our salvation and the power of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that willingly embraces sacrifice and follows Christ with unwavering love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of the mystery of the cross in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may, through the cross of Christ, be brought to the glory of His kingdom, 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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