Prayers of the Faithful Today
September 12
The Most Holy Name of Mary
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for The Most Holy Name of Mary
Option 1
1.That the Church, invoking the Holy Name of Mary, may always find protection and guidance in her maternal care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek Mary's intercession for peace and wisdom in their governance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are devoted to the Name of Mary, that their faith may be strengthened and their prayers heard through her powerful intercession, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may call upon the Name of Mary with confidence in times of temptation, trial, and joy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, honoring the Holy Name of Mary, may be a place where her virtues are imitated and her Son is glorified, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are struggling or in distress, that they may find comfort in calling upon Mary's name.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who honored the Name of Mary in this life may now rejoice with her in the eternal presence of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that under the patronage of Mary's Holy Name, he may lead the Church with wisdom and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all nations may be brought under the protection of Mary, Star of the Sea, and find safe passage to her Son, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are forgetful of Mary or hesitant in their devotion, that they may discover the power and sweetness of her Holy Name, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our families may be consecrated to Mary and frequently invoke her name for guidance and protection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that cherishes the Holy Name of Mary and seeks her intercession in all its needs, 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 called upon Mary's name may be presented by her to Jesus in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be vigilant against hypocrisy, striving for sincerity in faith and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with honesty and integrity, rejecting all forms of deceit and corruption, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who struggle with duplicity or who present a false image to others, that they may find the courage to live in truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may strive for inner purity and authenticity, so that our outward actions may always reflect our true love for God and neighbor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where truthfulness and sincerity are valued, and where all are encouraged to live with integrity, 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 lived in sincerity of heart may now see God face to face in His eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with transparency and unwavering commitment to the Gospel message, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may reject falsehood and embrace the liberating truth of Christ, seeking what is genuine and good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are scandalized by hypocrisy in the Church or in society, that their faith may not be shaken but deepened, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cleanse the inside of our cup, focusing on interior conversion rather than mere external observance of the law, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its genuine faith and authentic Christian living, free from all pretense, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of honesty and integrity in all our dealings and relationships.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found pure of heart and welcomed into God's eternal kingdom of truth and light, 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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