July 27, 2025
July 27, 2025
General Intercessions, Prayers of the Faithful for Sunday Mass.
General Intercessions,Prayers of the Faithful for Sunday Mass.
The Church
We pray for the church, that in our war-torn world it will be a vibrant sign of the Christ in whom all things have been reconciled in peace. (Pause for silent prayer) Lord, hear us.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
For the Church: that, like Abraham, we may grow in our friendship with God and honestly present our needs to God each day
For a deeper appreciation of our baptism: that we may recognize the great gift of our new life in Christ and faithfully live as daughters and sons of God
SOURCE: Sunday Website
The Church
17th Sunday of Year C
POPE LEO XIV (8:16) - Pope Leo XIV lifts his voice in a powerful and heartfelt prayer of gratitude to the Almighty. His words, filled with reverence, praise, and unwavering trust in God’s sovereignty, remind us of one eternal truth: God is faithful—even in the storm.
May we give thanks to you, O Lord, with all our hearts. Inspired by today's Responsorial Psalm, may we join together with Pope Leo in praising your name, as we lift our voices like the sounding cymbals, strings, and pipe, to glorify your sovereign majesty.
I will give thanks to you, O LORD, with all my heart,
for you have heard the words of my mouth;
in the presence of the angels I will sing your praise;
I will worship at your holy temple
and give thanks to your name.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
CHURCH LEADERS
FIRST READING
Prayer for Wisdom in Church Leadership: We pray that Pope Leo XIV, bishops, priests, and deacons are granted wisdom like Abraham, to guide their flocks in faith, hope, and love. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Justice and Mercy: May our Church leaders, inspired by God's mercy, work tirelessly for justice and the salvation of all, just as Abraham interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Strength in Adversity: Grant strength and courage to our Church leaders, dear Lord, to face challenges and division with faith, like the faithfulness of Abraham. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
Prayer for Faithfulness in Leadership: May Pope Leo XIV, bishops, priests, and deacons remain steadfast in faith, like St. Paul, leading the faithful with courage and dedication. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Unity in the Church: Guide our Church leaders to unite the Body of Christ, O Lord, like the unity brought by Christ's death and resurrection, promoting peace and harmony. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Humble Service: Inspire our Church leaders to serve with humility, dear Lord, like Jesus who came to serve, not to be served, guiding us in love and compassion. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
Prayer for Prayerful Leadership: May our Church leaders, like Jesus, prioritize prayer and intimacy with You, leading the faithful in faithfulness and love. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Persistence in Guidance: Grant our Church leaders persistence, O Lord, to guide and teach the faithful with Your divine wisdom, like the persistent neighbor in Jesus' parable. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Fulfilling Spiritual Needs: Guide Pope Leo XIV, bishops, priests, and deacons to fulfill the spiritual needs of the faithful, like the loving Father who provides good gifts to His children. We pray to the Lord...
Governing Authorities and the Salvation of the World
We pray for a world-wide revolution of solidarity, that every person on earth will be assured of their daily bread and never go hungry.
We pray for all who dare to become public advocates for justice, that they will be endowed with the courage, determination and skills they need to uphold the cause of right.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
For government leaders: that God will guide them in addressing the issues of inflation, violence, and the care of creation so that all may live in safety, find housing, and have food
For peace: that God turn hearts away from violence, bring an end to warfare in Ukraine and the Middle East, and protect the vulnerable from harm
SOURCE: Sunday Website
The World
17th Sunday of Year C
SANCTUS (4:20) - Catholic prayer for protection over the innocent victims of war.
Merciful God, as Abraham interceded for the innocent, we ask for compassion for those affected by violence in Ukraine and the Middle East. Inspire acts of kindness and support amidst the devastation.
Then Abraham drew nearer and said:
"Will you sweep away the innocent with the guilty?
Suppose there were fifty innocent people in the city;
would you wipe out the place, rather than spare it
for the sake of the fifty innocent people within it?
FIRST READING
WORLD PEACE
FIRST READING
Prayer for Intercession in Global Conflicts: We pray for the grace to intercede for peace in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Asia, following Abraham's example of interceding for others. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Peace through God's Mercy: May God's abundant mercy guide leaders involved in the trade war and other conflicts to seek peaceful resolutions, promoting harmony among nations. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
Prayer for Unity Amidst Global Division: May the peace of Christ rule in the hearts of leaders, uniting them to work for reconciliation and peace in the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Asia. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Wisdom in Addressing Global Issues: Grant wisdom to world leaders, like St. Paul, to navigate the complexities of international trade and conflict, prioritizing justice and harmony. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
Prayer for Perseverance in Seeking Peace: May leaders and peacemakers persistently seek peaceful solutions for the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Asia, like the friend knocking on his neighbor's door in Jesus' parable. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for God's Providence in Global Challenges: We ask for God's providence and guidance, like the loving Father, to provide for the needs of those affected by the trade war and global conflicts. We pray to the Lord...
For Those Facing Adversities
For all who need daily bread: that God will open new opportunities for them to access food and touch the hearts of all who have an abundance to share more freely
For all who are burdened with guilt: that God's love will free them and bring them to the confidence that they are loved and all their sins are forgiven
For all who strive to help the poor and the forgotten of society: that God will strengthen them as they plead and call for justice for God's children
For all who are fleeing violence: that God will lead them on their journey, protect them from harm and help them find a new home where they can grow and contribute to the common good
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Special Needs
17th Sunday of Year C
ECHOES AND LEGENDS (3:39) - Tears of the Innocent is a heartfelt prayer for the children and families devastated by war in Iran, Israel, and beyond. This song lifts the sorrow of the fatherless and homeless to God, pleading for His mercy, peace, and protection. May their tears move our hearts to intercede and act. (June 21, 2025)
Lord, hear the tears of the innocent. Gather them close in your mercies embrace and heal the wounds of the innocent.
What father among you
would hand his son a snake
when he asks for a fish?
Or hand him a scorpion
when he asks for an egg?
GOSPEL
RESPECT FOR LIFE
FIRST READING
Prayer for Protecting Innocent Life: We pray for a strengthened commitment to protect the lives of the unborn, like Abraham's desire to save the lives of the innocent. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Building a Culture of Life: Grant wisdom to leaders and individuals, dear Lord, to promote a culture of life that respects the dignity of every human being. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
Prayer for Overcoming the Culture of Death: Through Christ's power, may we overcome the culture of death, fostering a society that values and supports life at all stages. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Spiritual Renewal: May the grace of baptism renew our hearts, transforming individuals and society to uphold the sanctity of life. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
Prayer for Persistence in Pro-Life Advocacy: Like the persistent neighbor, grant us determination to advocate for the dignity of human life, from conception to natural death. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for God's Provision in Supporting Life: May God provide for the needs of mothers, families, and vulnerable individuals, promoting a culture of life and love. We pray to the Lord...
YEAR OF HOPE
FIRST READING
Healing and Hope for Wounded Hearts: May those burdened by sorrow, pain, and hopelessness find healing and hope in God's mercy, like Abraham's intercession for Sodom. We pray to the Lord...
Fostering Hope in Our Communities: Inspire us to cultivate hope within our communities, dear Lord, addressing societal wounds and fostering unity. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
Transformation Through Christ's Love: Through Christ's love and grace, may we experience inner transformation, healing our wounds, and embracing a life of hope and purpose. We pray to the Lord...
Building Hope in the Body of Christ: Grant us the wisdom to build a hopeful Church, united in faith and love, like St. Paul's vision for the Colossians. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
Persistent Prayer for Hope: Like the friend in Jesus' parable, may we persist in prayer, seeking hope for ourselves and those afflicted by despair. We pray to the Lord...
God's Provision of Hope: We ask for God's abundant provision of hope, like the loving Father who gives good gifts to His children, that we may be instruments of hope in the world. We pray to the Lord...
The Local Community
We pray for parents and teachers, that they will lead children by example in the practice of daily prayer.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
For the grace to be ministers of reconciliation: that we may witness to God’s mercy by offering forgiveness to one another and by seeking forgiveness when we have injured someone
For persistence in prayer: that the Spirit will teach us how to authentically express our deepest needs to God in prayer and give us strength never to grow tired of calling upon God for assistance
For a renewal of the Holy Spirit in our lives: that God will refresh and deepen the gift of the Spirit who has been poured out into our hearts so that we may be dynamic instruments of God’s love
For all who are ill: that God’s healing spirit will bring them through their illness and restore them to wholeness
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Local Community
17th Sunday of Year C
CATHOLIC MASS SONG (1:52)
Loving Father, instill in us the desire to pray the Lord's Prayer each day, as Jesus taught his disciples. May this prayer strengthen our faith and bring us closer to you and your will for our lives.
When you pray, say:
Father, hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come.
Give us each day our daily bread
and forgive us our sins
for we ourselves forgive everyone in debt to us,
and do not subject us to the final test.
GOSPEL
FAMILIES
FIRST READING
Strengthening Families Through Faith: We pray that families may grow in faith like Abraham's, trusting in God's guidance and protection for their children's well-being. We pray to the Lord...
Nurturing Hope in Our Children: May we inspire hope in our children, teaching them to rely on God's abundant mercy in times of uncertainty and challenge. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
Raising Children in Christ's Love: Grant parents the grace to raise their children in Christ's love, fostering a deep understanding of His sacrifice and its impact on our lives. We pray to the Lord...
Building Strong Christian Families: May our families find strength and unity through baptism, like the Colossians, growing in faith and supporting one another in love. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
Modeling Persistent Prayer for Our Children: We pray that parents may teach their children the importance of persistent prayer, like the friend in Jesus' parable, seeking God's wisdom and provision. We pray to the Lord...
Nurturing Hope in Family Life: May families cultivate a hopeful spirit, relying on God's provision and teaching their children to trust in His divine plan for their lives. We pray to the Lord...
SACRAMENTS
FIRST READING
Prayer for Baptismal Renewal: As Abraham interceded for Sodom, may our baptismal call inspire us to work for the healing and renewal of our communities. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Matrimonial Unity: Strengthen the unity and faith within marriages, O Lord, like Abraham and Sarah, that families may journey together in hope. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
Prayer for Eucharistic Community: May the celebration of the Eucharist unite us as one body in Christ, like the Colossians, fostering love and support among all members. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Reconciliation and Forgiveness: Inspire us to embrace the grace of reconciliation, O Lord, like the Colossians who were reconciled through Christ's sacrifice. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
Prayer for Confirmation's Fruits: May the gifts of the Holy Spirit, received in Confirmation, enrich our prayer life, like the persistence of the friend in Jesus' parable. We pray to the Lord...
Prayer for Anointing of the Sick: Grant healing and comfort to those who are ill, O Lord, like the loving Father providing for His children, through the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. We pray to the Lord...
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