PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for June 22, 2025
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
June 22, 2025
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi)
- First reading: Genesis 14:18-20
- Second reading: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
- Gospel: Luke 9:11b-17
Calendar used: United States · References, not full Lectionary texts. Check your diocese’s local observances.
Reading-based draft prepared with AI assistance. Review the text with the celebrant before Mass.
THE UNIVERSAL PRAYER
Prayers of the Faithful for June 22, 2025
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
As we celebrate the gift of Christ's Body and Blood, let us bring before God the needs of the Church and the whole world.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church, that we may receive the Eucharist with reverence and grow in unity through this sacred mystery.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For world leaders and those in authority, that they may work for justice and the common good of all people.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the hungry and those without daily bread, that Christ's compassion move us to feed and serve them.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and suffering, that they may find comfort and healing in Christ's presence and our prayers.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish community, that we may live as a people nourished by Christ and devoted to loving service.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those unable to join us at Mass, that they may feel the warmth of our parish's love and Christ's care.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Loving Father, you feed us with the Body and Blood of your Son. Hear our prayers, strengthen our faith, and help us share your love with a hungry world. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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