Prayers of the Faithful Today
October 6
Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, religious / Saint Bruno, priest
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, religious
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher's dedication to education, may always nurture the faith and potential of young women, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote access to education for all, especially girls and women in underserved communities, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all educators, especially those in religious life, that they may serve with the zeal and love of Blessed Marie-Rose, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may recognize the importance of Christian formation and support all efforts to educate young people in faith and virtue, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the gifts of women are cherished and where all are encouraged to grow in wisdom and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary and all who continue Bl. Marie-Rose's mission.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who dedicated their lives to educating youth in the faith may rejoice with Blessed Marie-Rose in God's kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Bruno's love for solitude and contemplative prayer, may always foster a deep spiritual life among her members, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may seek wisdom in silence and govern with hearts detached from worldly ambition, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all Carthusians and those called to a life of silence and prayer, that their hidden sacrifices may bear abundant fruit for the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may find time for quiet prayer and reflection in our busy lives, seeking to encounter God in the depths of our hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the contemplative dimension of faith is valued and where all are encouraged to seek God in prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those discerning a vocation to the monastic or contemplative life.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who sought God in solitude and silence may now rejoice with St. Bruno in eternal contemplation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be a merciful neighbor, binding up the wounds of a suffering world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may not pass by those in need, but actively work to alleviate poverty and injustice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have been victims of indifference or neglect, that they may encounter Christ's love through our compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have hearts that are moved with pity for our neighbor, and be willing to serve those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a true Good Samaritan, reaching out to all who are wounded and forgotten, 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 showed mercy may now receive God's eternal mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may teach us by word and example how to be true neighbors to all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their shared humanity and overcome barriers of prejudice, working together for the common good, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to indifference, that their hearts may be opened by God's grace to the needs of others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may love God with our whole heart, and our neighbor as ourselves, fulfilling the great commandment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be known for its compassion, generosity, and Christ-like service to all in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper understanding of what it means to love our neighbor as ourselves.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed into the eternal inn of God's kingdom, where all wounds are healed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
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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.
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