Weekly Prayers of the Faithful

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time August 24, 2025

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time August 24, 2025 We offer our petitions to the Lord confident in his steadfast kindness toward us.  That the Regional Meeting of Bishops and Pastoral Workers of Human Mobility held in Costa Rica will be effective in guiding the Church to pray for those who leave their homes, accompanies them,… Continue reading 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time August 24, 2025

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20th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 17, 2025

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 17, 2025 God, our Father, we offer these petitions so that we might be instruments of unity in our divided world.   That by sharing lunch today with some experiencing poverty in the Diocese of Albano, Pope Leo will inspire the Church and all people to show greater care for… Continue reading 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 17, 2025

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Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2025

Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2025 We offer our prayers to the Father as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, asking for the grace to live with complete devotion to her Son.  That bishops will embrace their offices as opportunities to be of service, to embrace… Continue reading Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2025

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19th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 10, 2025

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 10, 2025 We offer our prayers in faith, the realization of what is hoped for and the evidence of things not seen.  That the Catholic Church in Africa and on all continents will be a “voice of conscience [with] a vital role to play in inspiring ethical leadership, promoting… Continue reading 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 10, 2025

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18th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 3, 2025

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 3, 2025 We turn to the Father asking for humility so that sorrow and grief will not be our occupation and our minds may be ever at rest. 1. That we will join with Pope Leo so that our Church will be a unified force for peace and strong… Continue reading 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 3, 2025

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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 20, 2025

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 20, 2025 God, our Father, having heard the message of the Gospel, we offer our prayers asking for the grace to be people who welcome those we encounter who are in need.   That we will strive to be “a missionary Church, a Church that builds bridges and encourages dialogue,… Continue reading 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 20, 2025

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15th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 13, 2025

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 13, 2025 We ask the Father this day for the grace and wisdom to be people of compassion and hope in our troubled world. “That the church will not grow complacent in her efforts as best possible to ensure the protection of children, vulnerable adults, and all people in… Continue reading 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 13, 2025

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14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 6, 2025

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 6, 2025 We offer our prayers to the Father asking that our hearts may rejoice and our bodies may flourish like the grass.  That the Church will promote “transparent processes and sincere listening” so that “a culture of prevention [will thrive] that does not tolerate any form of abuse… Continue reading 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 6, 2025

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Corpus Christi, June 22, 2025

Corpus Christi, June 22, 2025 As we celebrate the gift of the Body and Blood of Christ in the sacrament of the Eucharist, we turn to the Father and ask that this food will give us faith and nourish our minds, our hearts, and our spirits.  That in celebrating the Solemnity of the Most Holy… Continue reading Corpus Christi, June 22, 2025