PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for October 19, 2025
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
October 19, 2025
Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
- First reading: Exodus 17:8-13
- Second reading: 2 Timothy 3:14—4:2
- Gospel: Luke 18:1-8
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 October 19, 2025
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
As we gather in faith, let us bring before God the needs of the Church and the world, trusting in the power of persistent prayer.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church and her pastors, that they may lead us with courage and guide our prayers toward justice and truth.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For world leaders and those in authority, that they may hear the voices of the vulnerable and act with fairness and compassion.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those denied justice in courts and institutions, that God will strengthen their hope and bring them fair resolution.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For all who feel their prayers go unanswered, that they may find courage to persevere and trust in God's care.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish community, that we may support one another in faith and stand with those who cry out for help.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the faithful departed, that they rest in peace and intercede for us as we continue our journey of faith.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Merciful Father, hear the prayers we lift to you with confidence and persistence. Strengthen our faith and grant us the grace to seek justice and love mercy. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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