PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for January 6, 2026
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
January 6, 2026
Christmas Weekday
Optional observance: USA: Saint André Bessette, Religious
- First reading: 1 John 4:7-10
- Gospel: Mark 6:34-44
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
Christmas Weekday — Prayers of the Faithful
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
As we continue to celebrate the birth of Christ, let us bring before God the needs of the Church and the world.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church, that she may grow in love and witness to Christ's compassion for all people.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For world leaders and those in authority, that they may govern with justice and work for the peace and common good of all nations.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and those who suffer in body or spirit, that Christ's healing presence may comfort and strengthen them.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the hungry and those without shelter, that we may be moved to share generously and meet their urgent needs.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our families and our parish community, that we may live the love of Christ in our daily lives.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the faithful departed, that they may rest in God's peace and joy forever.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Gracious Father, hear the prayers we bring before you this day. Strengthen our faith and guide us to follow your Son more faithfully. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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