Prayers of the Faithful Today
January 11
THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD
✤Feast
Liturgical Color: White
Prayers of the Faithful for THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD
Option 1
1.That the Church, through the sacrament of Baptism, may continue to welcome new members into the family of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may protect religious freedom as a fundamental right, allowing communities of faith to worship and serve without interference, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who have never been baptized but are quietly considering the faith, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may live the promises made at our baptism with more honesty and courage than we have managed so far, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community, remembering our own baptism, may be renewed in our identity as sons and daughters of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For parents and godparents, that they may faithfully support those entrusted to their care.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died in the grace of their baptism may share in Christ's resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all who lead the Church, that they may draw people to Christ by the quality of their service rather than the exercise of authority, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may uphold the rights of those whose conscience prevents them from complying with unjust laws, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who were baptized as infants and have never engaged with the faith they received, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be attentive to the ways God speaks to us in the events of this ordinary week, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may make genuine contact with those who were once part of this community and have drifted away, 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, made children of God through Baptism, may inherit the promise of eternal life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Feast is not selected
Option 1
1.That the Church may proclaim the Gospel with courage in a culture that increasingly ignores or dismisses its message, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may ensure fair working conditions and adequate wages for those in the lowest-paid occupations, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those struggling with severe loneliness, especially the elderly living alone without regular visitors, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be faithful to the small daily practices of prayer rather than waiting for spiritual inspiration to arrive, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may make genuine contact with those who live nearby but have never once entered the building, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those beginning new responsibilities or roles this week.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may rest in the peace of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be close to those in the Church who are isolated, discouraged, or overlooked, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may strengthen provision for social housing and ensure that no family is left without a safe place to live, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those facing a diagnosis of serious or terminal illness, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may forgive someone who has wronged us, even if they have not asked for it, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community where no one is expected to hide what they are going through, 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 welcomed into eternal life, 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.
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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