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Prayers of the Faithful Today

September 22

Monday in the 25th Week in Ordinary Time

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Prayers of the Faithful for Monday in the 25th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a lamp shining brightly, illuminating the world with the light of Christ's truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with wisdom and seek to dispel the darkness of injustice and oppression in their lands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are living in spiritual darkness or confusion, that the light of the Gospel may dawn in their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we who have received the light of faith may not hide it, but let it shine through our good works for all to see, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of Christ's light, attracting others to His love and truth by our example, 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 Christ may now see God face to face in eternal glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a faithful bearer of Christ's light to the nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may turn from the works of darkness and embrace the light of Christ, the Savior of the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are afraid to let their light shine, or who are tempted to conform to the darkness of the world, that they may find courage in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our lives may be so filled with the light of God's grace that we become transparent witnesses to His presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community whose good deeds shine brightly, giving glory to our Father in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a renewed commitment to letting our Christian light shine before others.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought from darkness into God's wonderful light and everlasting peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a shining lamp, exposing the darkness of abortion and proclaiming the radiant truth of every human life's sanctity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be enlightened by the light of truth 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 shadows of the culture of death and embrace Christ, the Light of Life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers who are surrounded by darkness or fear may find the light of hope and choose to let the life within them shine, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of life, actively working to dispel the darkness that threatens the unborn and to support a culture that cherishes every child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to bring the light of truth and compassion to those considering abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may shine as eternal lights in God's glorious kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

How to Use These Prayers

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  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.

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