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Prayer of the Faithful for the current Sunday in the catholic liturgical year.

Feast of the Holy Family (Year A) – Prayer of the Faithful

CONTEXT FOR THESE INTERCESSIONS These prayers flow from the themes explored in today's readings and the unique tension of this feast day. For deeper biblical and theological context, explore the Feast of the Holy Family (Year A) - Biblical Background, which examines Sirach's defense of families under cultural pressure, the meaning of splanchna compassion in Colossians, and the Holy Family's vulnerability in Matthew's Gospel. For liturgical...

Fourth Sunday of Advent Year A – Prayer of the Faithful

Context These intercessions flow from deep exploration of this Sunday’s readings. For the full theological and scriptural foundation of these themes, especially understanding the story of Ahaz's refusal to receive the sign from God and St. Joseph's receptiveness and to dig deeper into Jesus' lineage, see the Biblical Resources for this Sunday. Celebrant Introduction: Brothers and sisters, as we prepare to welcome Emmanuel—God with us—we...

Second Sunday of Advent (Year A) – Prayer of the Faithful

Context: These intercessions flow from the Sunday's deep exploration of baptism as present tense reality, the peaceable kingdom as the world we're baptized into, and the call to stop hiding behind fig leaves and religious performance. For the full theological and scriptural foundation of these themes, see the Biblical Background. To experience your baptism in an embodied, prayerful way, explore the Post-Communion meditation: Returning to the...

Prayer of the Faithful: 1st Sunday of Advent (Year A)

Presider: As we begin this season of watchful waiting, let us bring our prayers before the Lord who comes to us in light. For Pope Leo and all who keep watch over the Church: that they may lead with wisdom and courage, guiding us to walk together in the paths of the Lord.Lord, hear us.All: Lord, graciously hear us. For our community of faith: that our lives may express the hope of Advent, waiting with joyful expectation for Christ's return,...

Prayer of the Faithful: Christ the King (Year C)

NOTE FOR LITURGY PLANNERS These intercessions are offered as a complete set, but you are invited to choose 4-5 petitions that resonate most with your community's current needs. Select the prayers that will serve your parish this Sunday, and adapt the language to fit your local context. CELEBRANT INTRODUCTION On this final Sunday of the liturgical year, we proclaim Christ as King of the Universe—not enthroned in a palace, but reigning from a...

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) – Prayer of the Faithful

NOTE FOR LITURGY PLANNERS These intercessions are offered as a complete set, but you are invited to choose 4-5 petitions that resonate most with your community's current needs. Select the prayers that will serve your parish this Sunday, and adapt the language to fit your local context. CELEBRANT INTRODUCTION On this last Sunday in Ordinary Time, we have encountered Jesus in his wholeness—and in his loneliness. Like the widow who gave from her...

Prayer of the Faithful – 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

Celebrant: Brothers and sisters, Moses raised his hands in prayer and his arms grew heavy, yet with the support of Aaron and Hur, Israel prevailed. A widow persisted in her cry for justice and was finally heard. With confidence in the God who neither slumbers nor sleeps, let us lift up our prayers for the Church and for the world. For the Church: That all who shepherd God's people - bishops, priests, deacons, and pastoral leaders - may have...

Prayer of the Faithful – 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

Celebrant: Brothers and sisters, Abraham left the crossroads of his father's journey and completed the path to God's promise. With the faith of those who know they are chosen and beloved, let us bring our prayers before the One who serves us at His own table. For the Church: That all who gather for Eucharist may move beyond spiritual performance anxiety to recognize Jesus' invitation to friendship, discovering that we are called not to serve...

Prayer of the Faithful – 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

Celebrant: Brothers and sisters, we have learned that our life is hidden with Christ in God. With confidence in our Abba Father, let us bring our prayers before the One whose breath sustains us. For the Church: That all who call upon the name of the Lord may discover their true identity hidden in Christ, moving beyond the spiritual striving and spiritual bypassing to find the baptismal consciousness that simply rests in God's presence. Reader:...

Prayer of the Faithful – 17OT_C

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C Celebrant: Like Abraham, we approach our loving God with bold confidence, bringing the needs of our world to the One who delights in our every prayer. Reader: For the Church throughout the world: that like Abraham, we may discover anew the courage to approach God as beloved children, abandoning fear and formality for the intimate trust of those who know they are unconditionally loved. Reader: Lord, hear us....