PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for July 13, 2025
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
July 13, 2025
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
- First reading: Deuteronomy 30:10-14
- Second reading: Colossians 1:15-20
- Gospel: Luke 10:25-37
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 13, 2025
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
On this Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, we gather as one family in Christ to bring our needs and hopes before the Father who loves all people.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church throughout the world, that we may grow in unity and faithfully proclaim Christ's love to all nations and peoples.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our leaders and those in authority, that they may govern with justice and work for the peace and common good of all.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those injured, displaced, or in danger, that God may grant them shelter, medical care, and the support of compassionate neighbors.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and suffering among us, that they may find healing, comfort, and the strength to endure their trials with hope.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish community, that we may recognize Christ in every neighbor and serve one another with the compassion of the Good Samaritan.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the faithful departed who showed us love and mercy, that they may rest in peace in God's eternal kingdom.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Gracious Father, you command us to love our neighbor as ourselves. Hear these prayers, strengthen our hearts to serve, and bring all people to know your peace. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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