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Prayers of the Faithful Today

October 3

Friday in the 26th Week in Ordinary Time

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Prayers of the Faithful for Friday in the 26th Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.That the Church may always rejoice when the Gospel is proclaimed and souls are brought to Christ, even by those outside her visible communion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote tolerance and cooperation among all people of goodwill, regardless of their beliefs, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who work for the kingdom of God, that they may be united in spirit and purpose, avoiding jealousy and rivalry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a generous heart, recognizing and affirming the good done by others, even if they are not part of our own group, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of open-mindedness and collaboration, working with all who seek to do good in Christ's name, 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 served Christ faithfully may now rejoice in the unity of 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 a spirit of inclusivity and discernment, recognizing God's work in many forms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may overcome prejudice and suspicion, and work together for the common good of humanity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted by narrow-mindedness or sectarianism, that their hearts may be expanded by Christ's universal love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not hinder the work of the Holy Spirit, but rejoice wherever good is done in the name of Jesus, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a welcoming community, embracing all who seek Christ and working in partnership for His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of ecumenism and interreligious dialogue.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be gathered into the one flock of Christ, the Good Shepherd, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may rejoice in every effort made to protect unborn children, recognizing God's hand in all who defend life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be open to the good work of all who advocate for the unborn, regardless of other differences, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For an end to the division that hinders the pro-life cause, and for a united front in defending every human life from abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may support all who work to save children from abortion, affirming their efforts in the name of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where every defender of unborn life is welcomed and encouraged, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For unity and collaboration among all pro-life organizations and individuals.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may be gathered by Christ into His eternal kingdom of life and peace, 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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