PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for July 6, 2025
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
July 6, 2025
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
- First reading: Isaiah 66:10-14c
- Second reading: Galatians 6:14-18
- Gospel: Luke 10:1-12, 17-20 / Luke 10:1-9
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 July 6, 2025
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
As Christ sends us forth as messengers of peace, let us bring before God the needs of the Church and the world.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For missionaries and pastoral workers who carry the Gospel to distant places, that they may find welcome and bear fruit in their labors.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For leaders and people in divided communities, that Christ's peace may overcome hostility and build bridges of understanding and reconciliation.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For all nations and those who govern them, that they may choose justice and the common good over conflict and self-interest.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick, the lonely, and all who suffer rejection or hardship, that they may know Christ's healing presence and compassion.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish and families gathered here, that we may welcome one another as Christ welcomes us and share his peace with our neighbors.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the faithful departed and all who have gone before us in faith, that they may rest in God's eternal peace and joy.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Gracious Father, you send your disciples into the world bearing your peace. Hear our prayers, strengthen our faith, and make us instruments of your love and reconciliation. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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