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Prayers of the Faithful Today

July 29

Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus

✚Memorial
Liturgical Color: White

Prayers of the Faithful for Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus

Memorial | Liturgical Color: White

Readings: Ex 40:16-21, 34-38 (404) · Jn 11:19-27 or Lk 10:38-42 (Lectionary 607)

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 every nation, that the protection of life and the pursuit of peace may become shared responsibilities rather than slogans, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For people affected by disaster and those bringing relief, that aid may reach those in greatest need and sustain the work of rebuilding, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.For households welcoming Jesus in prayer and service, that Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus may help them unite attentive listening with generous hospitality, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For all who have died, especially N., that Christ may welcome them into eternal peace and console those who mourn, 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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