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Prayers of the Faithful Today

March 16

Monday in the 4th Week of Lent

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Prayers of the Faithful for Monday in the 4th Week of Lent

Option 1

1.For catechumens preparing for baptism, that the prayers of the whole Church may sustain them through these final weeks of their Lenten journey, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may invest in mental health services, ensuring that no one in crisis is left without access to care, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who live with chronic pain day after day, that they may find moments of relief and the grace to endure with dignity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may bring our true selves to God in prayer this week, without pretence or performance, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be known as a place of healing, where those who carry heavy burdens find welcome and rest, 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 rest in the healing peace of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Option 2

1.For the Church, that fasting from distraction may deepen her listening to the Word of God, and her attention to the poor, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That governing authorities may enact policies addressing food poverty, so that no family in our country goes hungry, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are homeless and sleeping rough, that they may find shelter, dignity, and the knowledge that someone cares, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may fast this Lent not only from food but from the habits of heart that keep us from loving God and neighbour, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may grow through this Lenten season into a community more marked by simplicity, generosity, and prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, and all who have asked for our prayers.Lord, hear our prayer.
For N. and all the faithful departed, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

Pro Life Option

1.That the Church may stand with courage alongside every mother told her unborn child will not survive, offering care and accompaniment rather than pressure to end the pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That lawmakers may remove the financial and social pressures that make abortion feel like the only choice, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For mothers carrying a child with a life-limiting condition, that they may be accompanied with compassion from the moment of diagnosis, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage to accompany families facing difficult pregnancies with real solidarity, not merely kind words, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community of solidarity for every family facing a difficult or unexpected pregnancy, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For all who minister in post-abortion healing programs.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all innocent children lost to abortion may find eternal healing and peace in God's loving embrace, 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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