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Prayers of the Faithful Today

February 1

FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Sunday
Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for the FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Option 1

1.That the Church may faithfully proclaim the Beatitudes and live as a community of the poor in spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may recognize the blessedness of working for justice and peace, and govern with humility and compassion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are mourning the loss of a loved one, that God may console them with his tender mercy and surround them with the support of the community, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may hunger and thirst for righteousness, seeking to live according to the values of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community shaped by the Beatitudes, where those who suffer find genuine welcome and those who mourn are not left alone, 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 may inherit the kingdom of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may lead the Church in the way of humility and service, following Christ's teaching, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That those who govern may choose the path of reconciliation and dialogue over violence, and seek peace as their first response to conflict, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, that they may be strengthened by God's grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be merciful as our heavenly Father is merciful, showing compassion to all we encounter, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community where all find welcome, support, and encouragement to live the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For an increase in vocations to serve God and His people.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be comforted and see the face of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may defend the sanctity of every human life from conception to natural death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may recognize the blessedness of protecting the vulnerable and enact laws that safeguard the unborn, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers who are being pressured by others to end their pregnancy, that they may receive protection, genuine support, and the freedom to choose life, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That those facing difficult end-of-life decisions may receive loving care that affirms their dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a place where pregnant women in difficulty are welcomed without judgment and supported with real practical help, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who work to promote respect for life and support those in need.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children who have died may be held in God's eternal love, 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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