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PRAYER OF THE
FAITHFUL
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Resource for Sundays, Feasts, Holidays,
Weekdays, and Church Events
Year A
November 27, 2022–December 2, 2023
Table of Contents
Celebrations Index
Introduction
List of Page Numbers
Intercessions
Copyrights & Credits
Worksheet
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Contents
Introduction��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5
First Sunday of Advent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/27/22�������������������������������������� 10
Second Sunday of Advent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/4/22�������������������������������������� 11
The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/8/22�������������������������������������� 12
Third Sunday of Advent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/11/22�������������������������������������� 13
Our Lady of Guadalupe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/12/22������������������������������������� 14
Fourth Sunday of Advent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/18/22������������������������������������� 15
The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas): Vigil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/24/22������������������������������������� 16
Night. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/25/22������������������������������������� 17
Dawn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/25/22������������������������������������� 18
Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/25/22������������������������������������� 19
Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/1/23������������������������������������� 20
The Epiphany of the Lord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8/23������������������������������������� 21
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/15/23������������������������������������� 22
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/22/23������������������������������������� 23
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/29/23������������������������������������� 24
The Presentation of the Lord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/2/23������������������������������������� 25
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/5/23������������������������������������� 26
Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/12/23������������������������������������� 27
Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/19/23������������������������������������� 28
Ash Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/22/23������������������������������������� 29
First Sunday of Lent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/26/23������������������������������������� 30
Second Sunday of Lent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/5/23������������������������������������� 31
Third Sunday of Lent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/12/23������������������������������������� 32
Fourth Sunday of Lent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/19/23������������������������������������� 33
Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/20/23������������������������������������� 34
The Annunciation of the Lord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/25/23������������������������������������� 35
Fifth Sunday of Lent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/26/23������������������������������������� 36
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/2/23������������������������������������� 37
Thursday of the Lord’s Supper: At the Evening Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/6/23������������������������������������� 38
The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/8/23������������������������������������� 39
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/9/23������������������������������������� 40
Second Sunday of Easter (or Sunday of Divine Mercy). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/16/23������������������������������������� 41
Third Sunday of Easter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/23/23������������������������������������� 42
Fourth Sunday of Easter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4/30/23�������������������������������������� 43
Fifth Sunday of Easter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/7/23�������������������������������������� 44
Sixth Sunday of Easter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/14/23������������������������������������� 45
The Ascension of the Lord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/18/23 or 5/21/23������������������������������������� 46
Seventh Sunday of Easter (in some dioceses). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/21/23�������������������������������������� 47
Pentecost Sunday:
Vigil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/27/23�������������������������������������� 48
Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5/28/23������������������������������������� 49
The Most Holy Trinity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/4/23������������������������������������� 50
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/11/23������������������������������������� 51
The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/16/23������������������������������������� 52
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/18/23������������������������������������� 53
The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist: Vigil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/23/23������������������������������������� 54
Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/24/23������������������������������������� 55
12th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6/25/23������������������������������������� 56
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/2/23������������������������������������� 57
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/9/23������������������������������������� 58
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/16/23������������������������������������� 59
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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/23/23�������������������������������������� 60
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7/30/23�������������������������������������� 61
The Transfiguration of the Lord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/6/23�������������������������������������� 62
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/13/23�������������������������������������� 63
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Vigil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/14/23�������������������������������������� 64
Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/15/23�������������������������������������� 65
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/20/23�������������������������������������� 66
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/27/23�������������������������������������� 67
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9/3/23�������������������������������������� 68
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9/10/23�������������������������������������� 69
The Exaltation of the Holy Cross. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9/14/23�������������������������������������� 70
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9/17/23�������������������������������������� 71
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9/24/23�������������������������������������� 72
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10/1/23�������������������������������������� 73
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10/8/23�������������������������������������� 74
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10/15/23�������������������������������������� 75
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10/22/23�������������������������������������� 76
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10/29/23�������������������������������������� 77
All Saints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/1/23�������������������������������������� 78
The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day). . . . . . . . . . . 11/2/23�������������������������������������� 79
31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/5/23�������������������������������������� 80
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/12/23�������������������������������������� 81
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/19/23�������������������������������������� 82
Thanksgiving Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/23/23�������������������������������������� 83
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11/26/23�������������������������������������� 84
Supplement
The Celebration of Christian Initiation����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 85
For Unity of Christians��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 86
The Celebration of Matrimony������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 87
The Funeral of an Adult������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 88
The Funeral of a Child����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 89
Third Sunday of Lent (Year A: First Scrutiny)������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 90
Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year A: Second Scrutiny)������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 91
Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year A: Third Scrutiny)����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 92
Common of Apostles��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 93
Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 94
Common of Martyrs ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 95
Common of Pastors ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 96
Common of Doctors of the Church������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 97
Common of Holy Men and Women��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 98
Rite of Anointing of the Sick ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 99
Rite of Reconciliation for Advent��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 100
Rite of Reconciliation for Lent��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 101
Weekdays of Advent����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 102
Weekdays of Lent ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 103
Weekdays of Easter��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 104
Weekdays in Ordinary Time��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 105
War and Natural Disaster ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 106
For Promoting Harmony����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 107
Common Intercessions����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 108
Dedication (or Anniversary of Dedication) of a Church������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 110
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Introduction
I
n this workbook, brief formulas are provided for the priest celebrant or another minister to use as the introduction to the Mass. In the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM), we read, “The presiding Priest …[may] give
the faithful an introduction to the Mass of the day (after the initial Greeting
and before the Penitential Act)” (31). On Sundays, the rite of blessing and
sprinkling of holy water, or the Penitential Act and a litany in praise of God’s
mercy usually follows.
For the Prayer of the Faithful, a distinction is needed between the role of the
priest celebrant and that of the leader of the intentions. The celebrant invites
the assembly to participate in the Prayer of the Faithful and concludes with a
prayer. A deacon, cantor, lector, or member of the faithful states the intentions
(GIRM 71). The same person should not be both presider and leader. Moreover, we suggest that the leader of the intercessions be someone other than
the reader. The Prayer of the Faithful is part of The Roman Missal, not of the
Lectionary for Mass.
Musical assemblies should be invited to sing the response to the Prayer of the
Faithful in a simple, inviting way, in keeping with the tradition of the Roman
Rite. Several Mass settings include intercessions, and this moment in the liturgy
is often an opportunity to honor the multilingual nature of our assemblies by
using, for example:
“Escúchanos, Señor/Lord, Hear Our Prayer,” by Fr. Juan Sosa (Spanish, English)
“Exaudi Nos/Hear Us, O Lord,” by Rufino Zaragoza, OFM
(Filipino, Spanish, English, French, Latin)
“Hear Our Prayer,” by Bob Hurd (English)
“Hear Our Prayer, O Lord,” by Rufino Zaragoza, OFM
(Spanish, Filipino, Vietnamese, English)
“O God, Hear Us,” by Bob Hurd (English)
“Te Rogamos, Señor/Lord, Hear Our Prayer,” by Mark Purtill (Spanish, English)
If singing helps assembly members take part more fully, it fulfills its purpose. If
singing reduces participation of assembly members, the music may be too complicated or otherwise unsuitable for the a­ ssembly.
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The Categories of Intentions
Intentions for the Prayer of the Faithful fall into four categories: A) the needs of
the universal Church; B) public authorities, and the salvation of the whole world;
C) people burdened by any kind of difficulty; and D) the local community of
faith, represented by the assembly. At least one intention from each category
is to be included. Writers and leaders of the Prayer of the Faithful should
become familiar with 69–71 in the General Instruction of the Roman Missal,
Revised (2010). It is available from OCP (ed. 30108143).
The intentions in these categories should reflect the creative freedom and character of the local church: “The intentions announced should be sober, be composed with a wise liberty and in few words, and they should be expressive of the
prayer of the entire community” (GIRM 71). See pages 108-109 for common
intercessions.
A
The needs of the universal Church. This category includes petitions for
the pope, bishops, and pastors of the Church, missions, Christian unity,
and ­vocations to the presbyterate and religious life. Some examples are
as follows:
That our Bishops, Presbyters, and Deacons
grow in their love for the body and blood of Christ,
let us pray to the Lord:
For apostles of Christ who bear witness throughout the world,
and for missionaries in foreign lands,
let us pray to the Lord:
That preachers in our Church
preach what they believe and practice what they preach,
let us pray to the Lord:
For God’s people,
loved by God as a bride is loved by her husband,
let us pray to the Lord:
That all the people of all churches
come together in one Spirit, one Lord, and one baptism,
let us pray to the Lord:
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B
Public authorities and the salvation of the whole world. This category
includes petitions for peace, leaders of government, good weather, the
safety of crops, elections, and the resolution of economic crises. Some
examples are:
That men and women in positions of trust
seek justice and peace in all they do,
let us pray to the Lord:
That our country become a place where people of all races
are truly equal and at home,
let us pray to the Lord:
For civil servants in every land,
for firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and road builders,
let us pray to the Lord:
That people of every nation
use natural resources more wisely, and treat creation more respectfully,
let us pray to the Lord:
That nations never again wage war on one another,
and that people never again terrorize one another,
let us pray to the Lord:
That the harvest of the season be abundant,
and the produce of the earth be plentiful,
let us pray to the Lord:
C
People burdened by any kind of difficulty. This includes those burdened
by poverty or any other tribulation—the persecuted, the unemployed,
the sick and infirm, the dying, prisoners, and ­exiles, among others. Some
­examples are:
For children at risk,
and for all God’s little ones,
let us pray to the Lord:
That all the sick, especially those suffering alone,
experience the love and support of others,
let us pray to the Lord:
For the poor, the hungry, and the homeless,
especially those who have lost hope,
let us pray to the Lord:
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That the blind see, the lame walk, and the deaf hear,
let us pray to the Lord:
For all the unemployed and underemployed,
let us pray to the Lord:
For those who hunger to be fed,
and those who are fed, but hunger for justice,
let us pray to the Lord:
That all whose lives are in danger, especially those unborn,
receive strength and safety,
let us pray to the Lord:
D The local community of faith represented by the assembly. This includes
those in the Church preparing for baptism, confirmation, Eucharist, orders,
and marriage; it also includes pastors, an approaching church mission, and
deceased loved ones. Here are some examples:
That those preparing for baptism
find Christ’s wisdom in this community,
let us pray to the Lord:
That this church
be a haven for all in need,
let us pray to the Lord:
For the young people of our community,
and for all members of this church,
let us pray to the Lord:
For those who have died from hunger, neglect, or abuse,
and for our loved ones who have passed from our midst,
let us pray to the Lord:
Note that the ­sequence of the categories is always the same: universal Church,
world affairs, special needs, local church.
Greater flexibility is appropriate for ritual celebrations like weddings and funerals. General intentions should never be completely omitted, but the emphasis
should be on the celebration itself (GIRM 70).
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Structure
The intentions of the Prayer of the Faithful are usually expressed in one of three
forms:
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The full form (“For … that”), which announces those to be prayed for and
what is to be prayed for (as on Good Friday: “For all Christians, that they
celebrate unity around the table of the Lord”)
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A first partial form (“That­­ … ”), which mentions the favor to be requested,
referring in only one word to the persons prayed for (as in the final section
of the Litany of the Saints: “That all Christians celebrate unity around the
table of the Lord”)
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A second partial form (“For …”), which announces only those being prayed
for (as in some litanic forms in both the East and the West: “For the unity
of all Christians around the table of the Lord”). See DOL 239:1901.
The full form of the intentions (“For … that”) usually works better if reduced
to one of the partial forms, either “For …” or “That … ” Partial forms are less
susceptible to wordiness, which works against the clarity and flow of the prayer.
Partial forms are also less susceptible to a “hidden agenda.” For example, in “For
members of all Christian traditions, that they learn to dialogue more honestly
with each other,” “learn to dialogue more honestly” implies that they have not
done too well so far. The purpose of the petition is not to point out the negative
side of behavior but to emphasize a positive approach.
All intentions within one set of Prayer of the Faithful should use the same form.
For example, if the first intention begins with “For,” all the intentions that
day should begin with “For.” A consistent pattern encourages a fuller, more
confident response from the assembly.
Intentions from the assembly can be collected in a resource like Hear Our Prayer/
Te Rogamos Señor. These petitions should be reviewed in advance for ­proper
structure and appropriateness.
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The Immaculate Conception of
the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 8, 2022
Introduction to the Celebration
Let us ask the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Immaculate One,
to pray for and with us as we prepare to worship her Son.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, you protected Mary from sin. Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, you sanctified Mary in your presence. Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you presented Mary to your Church. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
We offer our prayers in union with Mary,
Mother of God and mother of the Church,
in grateful imitation of her faithfulness and trust.
Deacon or Lector
A For God’s holy Church,
for increased devotion to Mary and grace to imitate her virtues,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For rulers of nations, elected officials, and civic leaders,
for commitment to lift up the lowly and fill the hungry with good things,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For mothers, for expectant mothers, for single mothers,
and for infants and children, especially those who live in poverty,
let us pray to the Lord:
For the most vulnerable—the unborn, the poor, the elderly—
and for a heightened awareness of the sanctity of life,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For this eucharistic community, celebrating God’s wondrous deeds,
for grace to answer God’s call with Mary’s generosity,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
Lord God, you blessed Mary with the fullness of grace.
Help us to find your grace in our lives.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
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The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas):
At the Mass during the Night
December 25, 2022
Introduction to the Celebration
This is a night for rejoicing, for our Savior is born to the world.
He is the Prince of Peace. He is Christ the Lord.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, Son of David, born in Bethlehem, Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, child of the maiden of Nazareth, Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, only-begotten Son of God Most High, Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
Having heard once again the age-old story of God’s love for us,
we pray that the same love may be known to our brothers and sisters.
Deacon or Lector
A For the entire body of Christ,
for hearts and minds renewed by the mystery of Christmas,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For the family of nations, for people of all races and beliefs,
for living signs of God’s generous, creative love,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For the lonely and forgotten, those without family or friends,
for love, companionship, and hospitality,
let us pray to the Lord:
For victims of religious persecution and oppression,
especially in the Holy Land,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For the community gathered here in prayer,
for faithful witness to the presence of Emmanuel, God-with-us,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
Lord God, we thank you for revealing your grace to us.
Help us to accept your gift of salvation.
We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas):
At the Mass at Dawn
December 25, 2022
Introduction to the Celebration
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light!”
At the dawn of this new day, we remember and celebrate the Lord Jesus,
the Light that never fades.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, God from God, Light from Light, Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, Daystar from on high, Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, Sun that never sets, Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
We have heard the good news announced to the shepherds.
We carry that blessing in our hearts, and pray that it be shared with all.
Deacon or Lector
A For messengers of the Gospel in this and in every land,
for inspired preaching of the Word,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For those who govern, and for those who are governed,
for the care of this earth which is our home,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For all who find the holidays to be challenging and stressful,
whether it be due to loss of family members or a sense of alienation,
let us pray to the Lord:
For the forgotten who live on the margins of society,
for the wisdom to see and respond to their needs,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For the community gathered here to celebrate the mystery of Christ’s birth,
for a strengthening of the bonds of love among family and friends,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
God of day and darkness, we remember your unbounded mercy.
Hear and grant the prayer that we offer in the name of the One whose coming
we celebrate, Jesus Christ, our Lord.
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The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas):
At the Mass during the Day
December 25, 2022
Introduction to the Celebration
Jesus came into the world that we might become God’s children.
Today we celebrate his coming, and begin a great festival of rejoicing.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, true light which enlightens every heart, Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, Word made flesh, Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, only Son, now seated at the Father’s side, Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
On this day of gift-giving, we present our needs to the giver of all gifts,
and pray for our Church and our world.
Deacon or Lector
A For the people of God in every land, for believers and unbelievers,
that God’s Word bring light and life,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For local, national, and international leaders,
that their vision make this world a better place,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For the children of the world,
especially those who need food, shelter, clothing, and education,
that generous hands reach out to care for them,
let us pray to the Lord:
For vigorous preaching of the Gospel,
that the good news be shared among people of all ages,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For this community,
that the mystery we celebrate renew us in body, mind, and spirit,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
God, our loving Father, you know our needs even before we ask.
Hear our prayer, spoken and silent, and grant us what we need
through your beloved Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
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The Presentation of the Lord
February 2, 2023
Introduction to the Celebration
God became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ
in order to conquer death and free us from our fear.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
Simeon and Anna recognized the Messiah with delight.
God is even more delighted to answer our prayers.
Deacon or Lector
A For the Church,
that we strive to fulfill God’s law with humility and joy,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For the world,
that it recognize Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For widows, orphans, the sick, and the dying,
that they find care and comfort in Christian communities,
let us pray to the Lord:
For all children everywhere,
that they grow in strength, wisdom, and God’s favor,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For the members of our community of faith,
that we show God’s love to one another and to the whole world,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
God of mercy, you keep your promises to your servants.
Trusting in your faithfulness, like Simeon and Anna,
we ask your blessings through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night
April 8, 2023
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
We have listened to the history of salvation
and trust that God will continue to hear our concerns.
Deacon or Lector
A For our Holy Father and all believers,
that their faith in the resurrection make them joyful messengers of salvation,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For community leaders, preachers, and teachers,
that their public acts proclaim justice and mercy for all,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For all those who have not heard or who have not believed,
that their hearts be stirred by the example
of those who proclaim the risen Lord,
let us pray to the Lord:
For all those who have received the Easter sacraments tonight,
that their faith continue to deepen throughout their lives,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For the members of this eucharistic community,
that their understanding of the paschal mystery grow daily,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
All-powerful God, your love is stronger than death.
Filled with the joy of the resurrection, we entrust our petitions to you.
Grant us what we need for salvation.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
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Easter Sunday of the
Resurrection of the Lord
April 9, 2023
Introduction to the Celebration
The Eucharist we celebrate is our passover from death to life in Jesus risen.
Let us commit our life to this paschal mystery of the glorious Christ our Lord.
Penitential Rite
Lord Jesus, your resurrection brings hope to your people. Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, your resurrection calls your people to witness. Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, your resurrection renews your people. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
By raising Jesus, God changed sin and death to grace and life.
Confidently we raise our prayers to the Holy One.
Deacon or Lector
A That the whole Church in this Easter season
feel the enthusiasm of the first Christians spreading the good news,
let us pray to the Lord:
B That all in positions of authority
be the yeast that transforms society and heals our fragile earth,
let us pray to the Lord:
C That all Christian women and men
witness the resurrected Christ in all they say and do,
let us pray to the Lord:
That those who have received the Easter sacraments
continue to grow in understanding of the paschal mystery,
let us pray to the Lord:
D That all who gather to celebrate the Lord’s rising from the dead
and who share his Body and Blood
recognize him in one another,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
God of glory and power, we thank you for the resurrection of your Son.
Hear the concerns we offer you through the same Christ our Lord.
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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 23, 2023
Introduction to the Celebration
We cherish your abundant kindness,
and we praise God as a people of hope.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, you know our thoughts before we think them. Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, you are good and forgiving. Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you do wondrous deeds. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
Called to be people of faith and love,
we turn to the Father of Love with our prayers.
Deacon or Lector
A That the Church be a sacrament of unity,
teaching us to be people of trust rooted in faith,
let us pray to the Lord:
B That the servant-leaders of our community
work to guard the quality of our environment, air, and water,
let us pray to the Lord:
C That we be ever-mindful of the unemployed and the underemployed,
and assist them with needed services and care,
let us pray to the Lord:
That we may greet the underprivileged and the handicapped,
seeing in their face the countenance of Christ,
let us pray to the Lord:
D That we guard the sanctity of the Eucharist,
always seeing it as our summit and source,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
God of all goodness and grace, you are with us always.
Hear our intercessions, based in your Divine Providence.
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Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Introduction to the Celebration
As Mary gave thanks and praise to God for the privilege of bearing the Christ,
so we join with her in this celebration.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, royal ruler and humble servant, Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, Son of Mary the Christ-bearer, Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, living among us, Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
Let us join our prayers with those of Mary,
the first to hear the good news.
Deacon or Lector
A That women and men in lay ministries
call upon the strength of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
let us pray to the Lord:
B That nations and their leaders
work toward true economic justice and equality,
let us pray to the Lord:
C That refugees be welcomed, and families reunited,
let us pray to the Lord:
That young people, like Mary, be open to God’s call
and say yes to serving others in a religious vocation,
let us pray to the Lord:
D That our community trust in Mary’s intercession,
and imitate her virtues,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
Gracious God, you chose Mary to bear our Savior.
Through her intercession, hear the prayers of your children,
and grant them in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
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Rite of Anointing of the Sick
Introduction to the Celebration
Jesus often healed the sick.
Today we celebrate Christ’s healing work among us.
Penitential Act
Lord Jesus, our healer, you draw us out of darkness. Lord, have mercy.
Christ Jesus, our healer, you make every creature whole. Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, our healer, you restore all in yourself. Lord, have mercy.
Prayer of the Faithful
Priest Celebrant
Let us pray that the healing power of Jesus rest on all who are in need.
Deacon or Lector
A For the body of Christ that is the Church,
that it recognize the need for healing and wholeness,
let us pray to the Lord:
B For citizens of every nation,
that they experience the peace of the Holy Spirit,
let us pray to the Lord:
C For all who are sick and suffering, especially N. (and N.),
that they receive healing hope and tender love,
let us pray to the Lord:
For the families of sick people,
that Jesus comfort and strengthen them,
let us pray to the Lord:
D For all members of this community of faith,
that we reach out to one another with justice and mercy,
let us pray to the Lord:
Priest Celebrant
O God, you make the blind see, the deaf hear, and the lame walk.
Pour out your healing goodness on all who believe in your name.
We ask this with confidence in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.
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Common Intercessions
Common Intercessions that can be used at any celebration:
That the efforts of those who work for the increased respect for all human life
bear fruit in our day,
For all the living, from conception to natural death,
and for those who work to build a culture of life,
That this community might be a welcome place for those discerning a vocation
to the priesthood or religious life,
For those discerning a vocation to the priesthood or religious life,
and for all who work in the formation of priests and religious,
For a deepening spirit of prayer among catechumens
and candidates for membership in our Church,
For all who do the work of evangelization,
and for all who seek to join the Catholic Church,
For peace in our world,
especially in those places torn by war and violence (N., N.),
For the peacemakers among us, in our communities and beyond,
that they not lose hope as they work for just solutions to the conflicts of our time,
For the sick, for comfort, freedom from pain,
and for a recovery from all that ails them,
For the sick, (especially N., N.) and those who care for their needs,
For those who have died this day,
that they may be led by the choirs of angels to their heavenly reward,
For those who have died, that their purgation be brief,
and their eternal rewards be great,
For those who have died, (especially N., N.) and for those who mourn them,
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Common Intercessions
For all the needs of our parish,
especially for those that are written in our book of prayers,
For our Bishop, N., our Priest, N., (our pastoral team,)
and for all who work in the parishes of our diocese,
For favorable weather,
so that those who till the soil might reap an abundant harvest,
For rain to give life to the fields and to quench the thirst of all God’s creatures,
For an ever-deepening concern for creation, the gift that God has given to us all,
For those affected by floods, storms, earthquakes or other natural disasters,
that they may receive swift aid and know the comfort of our prayers,
For those who are affected by the tragic act of violence (N., N.),
and for conversion in the hearts of those who commit them,
For all who suffer for lack of food, shelter, or community,
that our efforts may help to make them whole,
For conversion among those who hate us, for tranquility in our communities,
and for rehabilitation for those justly imprisoned for crimes committed in our
community,
That our nation’s leadership always consider Christ as a model
when addressing the needs of the most vulnerable among us,
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