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Prayers of the Faithful Today

November 19

Wednesday in the 33rd Week in Ordinary Time

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Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Wednesday in the 33rd Week in Ordinary Time

Option 1

1.For the renewal of parish life, that communities which have grown weary may find again a genuine desire to pray, serve, and proclaim, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for employment law may strengthen protections for workers against exploitation, unsafe conditions, and unfair dismissal, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For couples preparing for marriage, that they may enter this commitment with honesty, realistic hope, and the support of their community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That God may help us to recognise and act on the opportunities to do good that we habitually pass by, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may invest real effort in supporting young families and newly married couples in their first years together, 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 were faithful stewards may now enter into the joy of their Master, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church with wisdom, courage, and a genuine care for those who are most vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those responsible for asylum policy may ensure that people fleeing danger receive fair hearings and are not returned to harm, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For farmers and agricultural workers facing climate-related hardship, crop failure, or financial ruin, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring to God whatever we have been too proud or too busy to pray about, and trust him with it honestly, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known for welcoming those who come for the first time and ensuring they are not left alone after Mass, 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 and well, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may be a faithful steward of the precious talent of every human life, especially the unborn, entrusted to her by God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may recognize that the protection of every unborn child is a grave responsibility and use their authority to defend this gift, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For women facing pressure to end their pregnancy, that they may find the practical support and human solidarity needed to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to be faithful stewards of the new life within them, supported by a community that cherishes every child, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be genuinely ready to support any woman in a crisis pregnancy who asks for help, with something real and not only good intentions, 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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