Prayers of the Faithful Today
October 24
Saint Anthony Mary Claret, bishop
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for Saint Anthony Mary Claret, bishop
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Anthony Mary Claret's tireless missionary zeal and devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, may always be eager to spread the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote justice and protect the freedom of all to hear and respond to God's Word, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all missionaries, preachers, and catechists, especially Claretian Missionaries, that they may be filled with the Holy Spirit and the apostolic fervor of St. Anthony Mary, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have a deep love for the Word of God and use all means, including modern media, to share its saving truth with others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the faith is boldly proclaimed and where all are committed to the New Evangelization, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For the conversion of sinners and for those who have not yet heard the Gospel.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who zealously spread the good news may rejoice with St. Anthony Mary Claret in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all bishops, that they may be true apostles like St. Anthony Mary Claret, tireless in their efforts to evangelize, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value religious instruction and support efforts to form consciences in truth and goodness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are indifferent to the faith or have lost their zeal, that St. Anthony Mary's example may enkindle their hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be creative and courageous in finding new ways to share the Gospel message in our contemporary culture, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively supports missionary work and encourages all its members to be evangelizers, 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 who have died may be brought into the perfect light of God's truth through the merits of Christ, 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 vigilant against hypocrisy, striving for sincerity and authenticity in her life and teachings, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may govern with integrity and truthfulness, rejecting all forms of deceit and manipulation, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are tempted to prioritize outward appearances over inner conversion, that they may seek true holiness before God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be discerning of the signs of the times, always ready to interpret them in the light of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where faith is lived with genuineness and where all are encouraged to be true to their Christian calling, 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 lived in sincerity of heart may now rejoice in God's eternal truth, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with unwavering commitment to the Gospel, free from all pretense, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may reject the leaven of falsehood and embrace the liberating truth of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are scandalized by hypocrisy, that their faith may be strengthened by the witness of authentic believers, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may cleanse our hearts from all duplicity, striving to live lives that are pleasing to God in thought, word, and deed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community known for its genuine faith and its authentic witness to the love of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a deeper spirit of honesty and integrity in all our relationships.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found pure of heart and welcomed into God's eternal kingdom of light and truth, 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.
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