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July 2

Friday of the 13th Week in Ordinary Time

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Liturgical Color: Green

Prayers of the Faithful for Friday of the 13th Week in Ordinary Time

Ferial | Liturgical Color: Green

Readings: Gn 23:1-4, 19; 24:1-8, 62-67 · Mt 9:9-13 (Lectionary 381)

Option 1

1.For the baptized in every nation, that their work and relationships may bear witness to the hope of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.For leaders facing difficult decisions, that they may listen to those affected and serve honestly rather than seek applause, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those harmed by abuse, that they may be heard, protected, and supported in seeking justice and healing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.For our parish, that Jesus' call to Matthew may teach us to welcome people whose past we are tempted to judge, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our departed friends and benefactors, especially N., that the good they shared may bear fruit and they may rejoice in God's presence, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.

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  5. 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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