Prayers of the Faithful, General Intercessions, Petitions
Prayers of the Faithful, General Intercessions, Petitions
Prayers of the Faithful, General Intercessions, Petitions
October 19, 2025
October 19, 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 it will be a leaven of joy and thanksgiving for a world steeped in a culture of complaint and resentment.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
For the Church: that we may be persistent in prayer and attentive to God’s invitations to greater discipleship
For fidelity: that God will sustain the Church as it encounters challenges and keep the Holy Father faithful to the virtues of the Gospel in his decisions and actions
For all who are dedicated to a life of persistent prayer, particularly contemplative religious: that God will strengthen them and renew their ministry through the Holy Spirit
SOURCE: Sunday Website
The Church
29th Sunday of Year C
MISSIO UK (3:31) - World Mission Sunday is on 19 October 2025.
We pray for all missionaries, that today’s World Mission Sunday will give them fresh heart as “Missionaries of Hope Among All Peoples.” When they face opposition or adversity, may missionaries be persistence and rely on God and one another for support.
"As long as Moses kept his hands raised up,
Israel had the better of the fight,
but when he let his hands rest,
Amalek had the better of the fight."
FIRST READING
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CHURCH LEADERS
FIRST READING
POPE LEO XIV: STEADFASTNESS
For Pope Leo XIV, that the Lord may strengthen his arms and the hearts of his advisors, granting them the endurance of Moses to oversee the global Church in its continuous battle against spiritual and worldly challenges. We pray to the Lord...
BISHOPS: COURAGE AND SUPPORT
For all Bishops, that like Aaron and Hur, they may find reliable support among the faithful and their clergy, empowering them to preach the Word and to lead their dioceses with courage and unwavering moral authority. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRIESTS AND DEACONS: SOUND TEACHING
For all Priests and Deacons, that they may hold fast to the standard of sound teaching found in the Sacred Scriptures, boldly proclaiming the Gospel in season and out of season, and training the faithful in holiness. We pray to the Lord...
CHURCH LEADERSHIP: FAITH AND LOVE
For all Church leaders, that the gift of God received through the laying on of hands may be continually stirred into flame, deepening their faith and love so they may serve as powerful and humble witnesses to Christ. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
POPE LEO XIV: SWIFT JUDGMENT
For Pope Leo XIV, that he may imitate the just Judge in the parable, granting swift action and wise counsel to resolve conflicts and move the Church forward with justice and clarity in the face of persistent institutional problems. We pray to the Lord...
BISHOPS: PERSISTENT PRAYER
For all Bishops, that they may be moved to imitate the persistent petition of the widow, praying day and night for the faithful entrusted to their care, and never losing hope that God will vindicate the efforts of His Church. We pray to the Lord...
Governing Authorities and the Salvation of the World
We pray for advocates of nature, that their tireless efforts to care for the earth will bear fruit for the wellbeing of the world.
We pray for all who have been elected to service in local, state or federal government, that they will stay true to their oaths of office and work with courage, wisdom and transparency for the common good.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
For peace: that God will turn the hearts of world leaders from violence and help them to take bold steps to promote peace and provide for the safety of the innocent
For members of Congress: that God will guide their search for the truth and give them wisdom to recognize it
SOURCE: Sunday Website
The World
29th Sunday of Year C
EWTN (11:04) - As the Trump administration continues ICE raids and mass deportation efforts, Montse Alvarado reports on how U.S. bishops are navigating pastoral care for members of their flock fearful of being deported. (July 18, 2025)
For immigrant populations, who feel targeted and vulnerable in their own neighborhoods, workplaces, and places of worship, as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers search for undocumented individuals.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
May the LORD not suffer your foot to slip;
may he slumber not who guards you:
indeed he neither slumbers nor sleeps...
The LORD is your guardian...
He will guard you from all evil;
he will guard your life.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
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POLITICS
FIRST READING
PRAYER FOR UNITED ACTION
For our president, that when facing critical national issues, he may receive support from the arms of Congress and the Supreme Courts, like Aaron and Hur, to rise above partisan strife and to engage in constructive dialogue, working together for the common good of the nation. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR CLEAR VISION
For all citizens, that they may look upon the current political landscape with renewed faith, trusting God's ultimate plan, and not lose heart in the battle against cynicism, so that they may promote empathy rather than polarization. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRAYER FOR BOLD DIALOGUE
For those in public service, that they may hold fast to the standard of sound teaching by engaging in political debate with patience and honesty. May the Holy Spirit grant them the wisdom to reprove injustice without resorting to personal attack, promoting truth in love. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR OPEN MINDS
For all people across the political spectrum, that they may use their reason and Sacred Scriptures to recognize the inherent dignity of their opponents. May they be trained to listen and adopt open-mindedness, fostering understanding rather than division. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
PRAYER FOR PERSISTENT LEADERS
For political leaders and advocates, that they may imitate the persistent petition of the widow, tirelessly seeking justice and reconciliation in areas of deepest polarization, trusting that the just Judge will honor their sustained efforts for peace. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR SWIFT RESOLUTION
For our divided communities, that God may swiftly move the hearts of citizens and politicians to prioritize the vulnerable. May their urgent needs compel our leaders to set aside delay and seek swift action and political resolution for the sake of the common good. We pray to the Lord...
WORLD PEACE
FIRST READING
PRAYER FOR LEADERS IN CONFLICT
For the leaders of nations in conflict, particularly in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, that they may receive the counsel and strength of the Holy Spirit to lay aside the sword of war. May God raise up wise advisors to support their arms toward genuine peace and reconciliation. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR ENDURANCE IN TRADE WARS
For those enduring economic hardship and trade disputes with China and other nations, that they may persevere and not lose hope. May the global Church hold high the banner of justice, advocating for fair practices and the endurance of those facing financial hardship. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRAYER FOR MORAL GUIDANCE IN GOVERNANCE
For political and corporate leaders engaged in complex negotiations, that they may hold fast to the standard of sound teaching found in the Sacred Scriptures. May they use their authority to reprove exploitation and promote human dignity in all international affairs and trade agreements. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR PEACEFUL PROCLAMATION
For all Christians, that they may be filled with the urgency to preach the word with patience and sound doctrine in their spheres of influence. May their witness bring moral clarity and healing to conflicts, turning hearts away from aggression toward lasting peace. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
PRAYER FOR PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS AND ACTIVISTS
For those suffering under political oppression in China and other restrictive nations, that they may be granted the persistent petition of the widow. May God, the just judge, quickly hear their cries and move the international community to swift action on their behalf. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR DIPLOMATIC RESOLUTION
For diplomats and mediators working to de-escalate global conflicts, that they may persevere in prayer day and night. Grant them unwavering hope that their persistent work will dismantle political barriers and lead to the swift establishment of peace and trust. We pray to the Lord...
For Those Facing Adversities
For all who have no voice or standing in society: that we may be aware of all who are forgotten by society and raise their needs and aspirations before others
For all judges and attorneys: that God will guide their work so that justice may be served and the injured assisted
For all who are growing weary in seeking justice and for all who are working to assist them: that the Holy Spirit will give them strength and help them to persevere
For all who feel so crushed by life that they wish to end it: that they may sense the nearness of God's love and find someone with whom to share their pain
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Special Needs
29th Sunday of Year C
BISHOP ROBERT BARRON (16:48) - Friends, in the wake of recent political assassinations, school shootings, and violent crime, we face a difficult time in our country’s life—a consequence, I believe, of a loss of faith in God. During Minnesota’s annual Red Mass, I shared with lawyers and politicians the importance of their work in preserving public discourse—the key to upholding human dignity, the objectivity of truth, and the healing of our nation.
We pray for the grace to engage in open dialogue and seek understanding, even when confronted with differing perspectives. We pray for the wisdom to uphold the moral and spiritual purpose of law in our society. May it guide us in fostering a community that values life, truth, and justice, where spirited conversation can thrive.
Will not God then secure the rights of his chosen ones
who call out to him day and night?
Will he be slow to answer them?
I tell you, he will see to it
that justice is done for them speedily.
GOSPEL
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PRIESTS FOR LIFE (2:56
RESPECT FOR LIFE
FIRST READING
PRAYER FOR PERSEVERANCE
For the Church's Pro-Life advocates, missionaries, and workers on the front lines of justice, that they may be granted the unwavering endurance of Moses, Aaron, and Hur, holding high the work of God even when their arms grow weary in the long battle against the culture of death. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR DIGNITY
For all those who are vulnerable, defenseless, or targeted by injustice, such as the unborn, the aged, and victims of human trafficking, that the Holy Spirit may raise up strong and courageous hands in every community to uphold their dignity and secure their safety. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRAYER FOR CONSCIENCE
For all leaders, legislators, and citizens, that they may hold fast to the sound teaching of Christ and use their reason to recognize the truth that every human life is created equal; may the Sacred Scriptures be a constant guide to reprove, correct, and train our consciences toward justice. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR MORAL CLARITY
For those struggling with the moral darkness of pornography and habitual vice, that the Holy Spirit may give them the strength to preach the word to themselves, finding reproof and encouragement in Christ's teachings to overcome temptation and live lives of purity and self-control. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
PRAYER FOR VICTIMS OF INJUSTICE
For all victims of injustice, including those on death row and their families, that they may imitate the persistent petition of the widow. May God, the just judge, quickly hear their pleas and move our society and courts to ensure that the dignity of every human life is protected and respected until its natural end. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR FAMILY LIFE
For couples struggling with difficult pregnancies or broken relationships, that they may persevere in prayer day and night and never lose faith. Grant them the unwavering hope and swift action necessary to defend life and find the material and spiritual support they need to raise their children in love. We pray to the Lord...
AP PRAYERS (1:40) - Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit...
YEAR OF HOPE
FIRST READING
PRAYER FOR ENDURANCE
For all Christians called to be pilgrims of hope during this Holy Year, that they may find the strength to hold up the hand of the Church's mission, granting them the unwavering endurance of Moses and the courage to fight the spiritual battle against despair. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR UPLIFTING WOUNDS
For all communities suffering from deep societal wounds of unrest and hopelessness, that the Holy Spirit may empower leaders and advocates to support one another’s arms, ensuring that the needs of the vulnerable are met and that the promise of God’s saving power is always uplifted. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRAYER FOR FAITHFULNESS
For all who are grieved and wounded by doubt, that they may remain faithful to the Sacred Scriptures and the teachings they have learned. May the authority of God's Word reprove and train their hearts, guarding them against the temptation to abandon hope. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR PROPHETIC HEALING
For the Church's ministers and evangelists, that they may be filled with urgency and equipped to preach the word with patience and sound doctrine. May their voices bring healing and conversion to a world struggling with moral confusion and mental anguish. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
PRAYER FOR PERSEVERANCE IN HOPE
For all individuals carrying the wounds of sorrow and pain, that they may imitate the persistent petition of the widow. May they cry out to God day and night for justice and consolation, trusting that the just Judge will swiftly vindicate them and restore their hope. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR SOCIETAL CONVERSION
For all institutions that contribute to the wounds of hopelessness and injustice, that they may be moved by God to change. May the faith of the persistent Church compel authorities to act, ensuring that every person finds swift relief and a place at the table of the merciful Father. We pray to the Lord...
The Local Community
We pray for the sick, the frail and the housebound, that they will draw strength from the prayerful support of the community. (Pause for silent prayer) Lord, hear us.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
For a greater love of the Scriptures: that our hearts may desire to hear and learn God’s Word and be open to the insights it offers
For all who proclaim the Word: that the Spirit of God will guide them in offering convincing and encouraging insights so that all may come to know and love God more deeply
For openness to God’s Word: that we may allow God’s Word to touch our hearts and never restrict it by our expectations or pride
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Local Community
29th Sunday of Year C
ASCENSION PRESENTS (10:27) - Fr. Mike breaks down the historical origins of the rosary as well as the logic that the saints who went before us used to organize the rosary as we know it today.
In this Month of the Holy Rosary, we pray for the wisdom to apply Scripture's teachings to the challenges and opportunities our parish community faces. May the Word of God foster unity, understanding, and mutual support among our members.
All Scripture is inspired by God
and is useful for teaching, for refutation, for correction,
and for training in righteousness,
so that one who belongs to God may be competent,
equipped for every good work.
SECOND READING
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FAMILIES
FIRST READING
PRAYER FOR PARENTAL ENDURANCE
For parents and guardians, that they may be granted the unwavering endurance of Moses, Aaron, and Hur to raise their children in faith. May they support one another's arms through the daily battle of family life and serve as beacons of strength. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR CHILDREN'S SAFETY
For children and youth, that the Holy Spirit may surround them with protection. When they face spiritual attacks and feel weary, may their faith be held high, securing their safety and leading them to saving power. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRAYER FOR FAMILY FORMATION
For all families, that they may hold fast to the sound teaching of Christ, using the Sacred Scriptures to instruct their children from infancy. May they reprove sin and train their young hearts in truth and virtue. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR PARENTAL WISDOM
For parents, that they may be granted the wisdom to preach the word with patience and love, guiding their children through difficult moral choices. May they nurture a home environment rooted in sound doctrine and mutual respect. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
PRAYER FOR PERSEVERANCE IN MARRIAGE
For husbands and wives, that they may imitate the persistent petition of the widow in their commitment to one another. May they pray day and night for the grace to forgive, trusting that the just Judge will honor their sustained efforts to uphold the sanctity of their covenant. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR SWIFT HELP FOR THE VULNERABLE
For families struggling with poverty, illness, or brokenness, that their persistent cries for help may be heard. May God, the just Judge, move institutions to swift action to provide them with the material and spiritual support they need to raise their children. We pray to the Lord...
SACRAMENTS
FIRST READING
PRAYER FOR ENDURANCE IN CONFESSION
For the whole Church, that our participation in the Sacrament of Reconciliation may strengthen our resolve. May the grace of Confession renew our spiritual energy so we can hold up the arms of justice in the daily battle against sin and weariness. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR HEALING AND STRENGTH
For all who are seriously ill and suffering, that they may seek the grace of the Anointing of the Sick. May the power of this sacrament bring them relief and endurance, enabling the entire community to hold them up in prayer during their trials. We pray to the Lord...
SECOND READING
PRAYER FOR EUCHARISTIC FORMATION
For all families, that their appreciation of the Eucharist may deepen. May the sound teaching of the Sacred Scriptures continually train their hearts to receive Christ worthily, helping them to live lives of humble service. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR MINISTERIAL FIDELITY
For our Bishops, Priests, and Deacons, that the Holy Spirit may compel them to preach the word with integrity and sound doctrine received through the Sacrament of Holy Orders. May they always hold fast to the truth, leading the faithful by their example. We pray to the Lord...
GOSPEL
PRAYER FOR SACRAMENTAL FAITH
For all who struggle with despair or doubt, that they may approach the Sacraments with the persistent faith of the widow. May their prayer day and night for the grace of Baptism be answered with the unwavering hope of eternal life. We pray to the Lord...
PRAYER FOR MARITAL PERSEVERANCE
For all married couples, that the Sacrament of Matrimony may grant them the strength to persevere. May they constantly turn to God through persistent petition, trusting that the just Judge will honor their efforts to uphold their covenant through difficult times. We pray to the Lord...
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