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Prayers of the Faithful Today

December 16

Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Advent

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Prayers of the Faithful for Tuesday in the 3rd Week of Advent

Option 1

1.That the Church may always be a community of joyful repentance, turning from sin and embracing God's merciful call to new life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may govern with justice and integrity, seeking the true good of their people and not their own selfish interests, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who have strayed from God's path, that this Advent may be a time of conversion and a return to the Father's loving embrace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be like those who say 'yes' to God but fail to do His will, but rather strive for authentic obedience in our daily lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where repentance is practiced, forgiveness is sought, and all are encouraged to live in God's grace, 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 repented of their sins may now rejoice in God's eternal mercy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be a strong voice calling the Church and the world to ongoing conversion and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize their need for God's forgiveness and turn to Him with contrite and humble hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with habitual sin or who feel trapped by their past, that they may find freedom and new beginnings in Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our Advent preparations may include a sincere examination of conscience and a firm purpose of amendment, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that actively supports its members in their journey of repentance and growth in virtue, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater participation in the Sacrament of Reconciliation during this Advent season.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be found among those who did the Father's will and inherit the kingdom prepared for them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may call our society to repent from the sin of abortion and to embrace God's will for every human life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may turn from enacting laws that permit the killing of unborn children and instead work to protect them, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all who have supported or participated in abortion may seek God's mercy and forgiveness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be empowered to say 'yes' to God's will by choosing life for their children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people of true repentance, actively working to end abortion and to build a culture that cherishes every life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who offer prayers and sacrifices for the conversion of those involved in the abortion industry.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may find justice and peace in God's eternal kingdom of mercy, 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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