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Prayers of the Faithful Today

May 22

Easter Weekday

Weekday
Liturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Friday of the 7th Week of Easter

Option 1

1.That the Church may hear again Christ's command to Peter: Feed my lambs, tend my sheep, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all who lead may exercise authority as loving service rather than domination, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For priests, deacons, parents, teachers, and caregivers, that they may shepherd those entrusted to them with patience and love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may answer Christ's question, Do you love me, with lives of faithful service, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may care tenderly for the young in faith, the wounded, and those who have wandered, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For pastors and all entrusted with spiritual care.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be gathered by the Shepherd of souls, 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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