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Prayers of the Faithful Today

December 30

6th Day in the Octave of Christmas

Octave Day
Liturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for the 6th Day in the Octave of Christmas

Option 1

1.That the Church may always treasure the gift of Christ's incarnation, proclaiming His saving presence to all the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may be guided by the light of the Christmas star to seek paths of peace and goodwill among all nations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all families, that the love and unity of the Holy Family may fill their homes with joy and holiness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we who celebrate the birth of our Savior may have our hearts transformed by His grace and live as true children of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a beacon of Christ's light, sharing His love and peace with all, especially during this Christmas season, 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 awaited the Messiah may now rejoice with Him in the eternal glory of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may be faithful shepherds, like those at Bethlehem, leading all to adore the newborn King, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all humanity may recognize Christ, born in poverty, as the true King of kings and Lord of lords, and worship Him with joyful hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are poor, homeless, or forgotten this Christmas, that they may experience the warmth of God's love and our Christian charity and welcome, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That the peace of Christ, announced by the angels to the shepherds, may reign in our hearts, our homes, and throughout the entire world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our celebration of Christmas may renew our faith, deepen our love for God and neighbor, and inspire us to greater service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a spirit of generosity and sharing of our blessings during this Christmas season.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be brought by the angels into the eternal light and joy of God's presence in heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church, rejoicing in the birth of Christ, may always defend every child's right to be born and cherished as a gift from God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may be inspired by the miracle of Christmas to protect every unborn child from the violence of abortion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For a profound conversion of hearts, that all may recognize the Word made flesh in every child conceived and reject the culture of death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That expectant mothers may be filled with the joy of Mary, welcoming the new life within them with love and courage, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a people who celebrate every human life as sacred, actively working to end abortion and support mothers and children, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to bring the light of Christ and the message of life to a world darkened by abortion.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may celebrate an eternal Christmas with the Holy Innocents and the Christ Child in heaven, 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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