Skip to content

Prayers of the Faithful Today

September 18

Thursday in the 24th Week in Ordinary Time

Ferial
Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Thursday in the 24th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a source of light and wisdom for those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and compassion, seeking to illuminate the path of their people with truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are lost in sin or despair, that the dawn from on high may break upon them and guide their feet into the way of peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we who have received the light of Christ may reflect that light to others through our words and actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of hope and a testament to God's tender mercy for all, 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 walked in the light of faith may now see the eternal dawn of God's glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a faithful herald of Christ, the Dayspring from on high, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may be freed from the chains of sin and oppression, and walk in the light of God's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with forgiveness or bitterness, that the tender mercy of our God may touch their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be vigilant in prayer and good works, always ready to greet the Lord when He comes, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that radiates the warmth of God's love and the light of His truth to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of repentance and gratitude for God's mercy.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be guided by Christ into the eternal peace of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a guiding light, leading all to recognize the sanctity of every human life from its dawn at conception, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be enlightened by truth and justice to protect every unborn child from the darkness of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the shadow of death that is abortion and embrace the light of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be surrounded by the tender mercy of God and our community, choosing to welcome the dawn of new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of hope, actively working to protect the unborn and guide all into the way of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to bring the light of truth to those considering abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may shine in the eternal dawn of God's loving presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

How to Use These Prayers

  1. Choose your option: Select from the available prayer options based on your celebration.
  2. Customize if needed: Click "Edit" to adapt the prayers to your parish's specific needs.
  3. Download: Click "Download PDF" to get a printable version.
  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.

Features:

  • ✓ Updated daily according to the liturgical calendar
  • ✓ Multiple options for each day
  • ✓ Editable prayers to fit your parish needs
  • ✓ PDF downloads for easy printing
  • ✓ Liturgical colors and rankings displayed
  • ✓ Free to use for all Catholic communities