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Prayers of the Faithful Today

November 16

33rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sunday
Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the 33rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a faithful steward of the talents entrusted to her by God, using them for the growth of His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with prudence and responsibility, working to multiply the good for their people and not burying their talents, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who are fearful of taking risks or using their gifts for God's service, that they may be filled with courage and trust in His grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be like the wicked, lazy servant, but diligently use the gifts and talents God has given us for His glory and the good of others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where every member's gifts are recognized, nurtured, and employed for the building up of the Church, 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 used their talents well may now hear the words, 'Well done, good and faithful servant; enter into the joy of your master,' let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be wise stewards of God's mysteries, encouraging all the faithful to use their charisms, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may recognize their God-given talents and use them to build a more just, peaceful, and compassionate world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who feel they have little to offer, or who are tempted by sloth or complacency, that they may be stirred to action by the Holy Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be ever mindful of our accountability to God for the gifts we have received, and strive to produce an abundant harvest for His kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community where all members are encouraged to discover and utilize their unique talents for the mission of the Church and the service of others, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of generosity and responsible stewardship in our lives and in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found worthy to share in the eternal treasures of God's kingdom, having used their gifts wisely, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a faithful steward of the gift of every human life, especially the unborn, using all her talents to defend them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may recognize that the protection of every unborn child is a talent entrusted to them, and work diligently to end abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may turn from the sloth that ignores the plight of the unborn and zealously defend God's gift of life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to use their unique gift of nurturing life, supported by a community that cherishes every child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people who actively use all our talents to protect the unborn and to build a culture where every life is a welcomed treasure, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who dedicate their talents to advocating for the unborn and supporting pregnant women.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion, whose talents were never allowed to flourish on earth, may rejoice in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

How to Use These Prayers

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  4. Use during Mass: Have a lector read each intention, with the congregation responding "Lord, hear our prayer."

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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