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Prayers of the Faithful Today

September 25

Thursday in the 25th Week in Ordinary Time

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

Option 1

1.That the Church may always heed Herod's curiosity and boldly proclaim Jesus Christ, even to those in power who may be hostile, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek true wisdom and justice, rather than being swayed by fleeting pleasures or fear of public opinion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are searching for meaning in their lives, that their curiosity may lead them to an encounter with Christ, the Son of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be afraid to speak of Jesus to others, trusting that the Holy Spirit will give us the right words, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with conviction and where all are eager to share the story of Jesus, 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 sought Christ in this life may now see Him face to face in glory, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a courageous witness to Christ, even before the powerful of this world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may have their curiosity about Jesus transformed into a living faith and a desire to follow Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted for their faith, that they may find strength in the example of John the Baptist and the apostles, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be willing to suffer for the sake of righteousness, knowing that our true reward is in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that never ceases to proclaim Christ crucified and risen, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of the cost of discipleship.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to stand before the Son of Man, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always speak with prophetic courage about the sanctity of every unborn child, even to those in power who resist this truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may have their curiosity awakened to the humanity of the unborn and protect them from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the sin of abortion and embrace the truth about God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may find strength and support to choose life, rejecting the false promises of a culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a steadfast defender of every human life, proclaiming the good news that every child is wanted by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to awaken consciences to the reality of abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be acknowledged and cherished in God's eternal 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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