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Prayers of the Faithful Today

September 28

26th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sunday
Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the 26th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be faithful in doing the Father's will, saying 'yes' to His commands through her actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may not merely pay lip service to justice, but actively work to build societies that reflect God's righteousness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have initially refused God's call but later repented, that they may find mercy and a place in His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be doers of the word and not hearers only, translating our faith into concrete acts of love and obedience, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people who consistently strive to do the will of God, even when it is difficult or costly, 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 to do God's will may now rejoice in His eternal presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may guide us by their example of faithful obedience to the Father's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may recognize that true repentance is shown not in words alone, but in a change of heart and life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with hypocrisy or a disconnect between their words and actions, that they may find the grace of integrity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be like the son who said 'yes' but did nothing, but rather strive to be faithful in fulfilling God's commands, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community where faith is lived authentically and where all are encouraged to put God's word into practice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of sincerity and conversion in our lives.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found among those who did the Father's will and inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may always say 'yes' to God's will by defending every human life, from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may not merely speak of justice, but actively work to protect every unborn child from the violence 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 hypocrisy of a culture that devalues life and embrace God's call to protect the innocent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to say 'yes' to life, supported by a community that truly does the Father's will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be known by its actions in defending the unborn and upholding the sanctity of every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work tirelessly to translate pro-life convictions into life-saving actions.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be welcomed into the Father's house by those who truly did His will, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

How to Use These Prayers

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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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