Category: Weekly Prayers of the Faithful

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 13, 2022 We present our needs to the Father seeking to be blessed by our hope in the Lord.  That the Church may be blessed with seminarians and young priests who will help build a Church “that is more faithful to the spirit of the Gospel, more free, [and]… Continue reading Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 13, 2022

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 06, 2022 We come to the Father with our prayers knowing that despite our failings and shortcomings, he answers all our needs even before we ask.  That Pope Francis, who was called as was Peter to follow Jesus and lead the Church, will remain resolute and joyful in his… Continue reading Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 06, 2022

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 30, 2022 We offer our petitions to the Father who formed us knowing that he remains with us to deliver us.  That in all our actions and interactions, the Church will be images of the patience and kindness of God's love, shunning jealousy and rudeness, but rejoicing in the… Continue reading Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 30, 2022

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 16, 2022 We present our needs to the Father trusting in his decrees and seeking the refreshment of our souls.  That the Church may not be sad and weep on hearing, proclaiming, and interpreting the words of the law but might rejoice always in the Lord our strength.  We… Continue reading Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 16, 2022

The Epiphany of the Lord, January 2, 2022 As the wise men followed the star that enabled them to find the infant, we find Jesus in the Eucharist and offer our prayers to the Father.  That the church will be a bright star that rises over all humanity and draws people from many cultures and… Continue reading The Epiphany of the Lord, January 2, 2022

Christmas, December 25, 2021 On this Christmas day as we rejoice at the birth of our Savior, let us offer our petitions with trust and confidence that Jesus is born for each of us.   That we may join with the shepherds who went in haste to find the infant and make known the message that… Continue reading Christmas, December 25, 2021

Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 19, 2021 On this last Sunday of Advent, we join with Mary in anticipation of the birth of your Son and ask that we may put aside our earthly cares so that we may receive him into our hearts and lives.   That the Church may be an effective agent in… Continue reading Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 19, 2021

Third Sunday of Advent, December 12, 2021 Without anxiety, by prayer and petition, and with thanksgiving, we make our requests known to God.   That the Church may be true to its mission to rejoice in the Lord always.  We pray to the Lord.That the world may be transformed so that nations working together may “overcome… Continue reading Third Sunday of Advent, December 12, 2021

Second Sunday of Advent, December 5, 2021 On this Advent day of preparation, we come to the Father asking that the valleys of our lives may be filled, the mountains made low, and the rough ways smoothed so that we may better see the salvation of our God.   That Pope Francis’ visit to Greece will… Continue reading Second Sunday of Advent, December 5, 2021

First Sunday of Advent, November 28, 2021 As we enter into the Advent season of expectation of the coming of the Lord, we offer our petitions knowing that the Father hears and answers all our needs.   That during this Advent season, the Church may increase and abound in love for one another and for all… Continue reading First Sunday of Advent, November 28, 2021