PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for April 5, 2026
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
April 5, 2026
EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD
- First reading: Acts 10:34a, 37-43
- Second reading: Colossians 3:1-4 / 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8
- Gospel: John 20:1-9 / Matthew 28:1-10 / Luke 24:13-35 (afternoon/evening)
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
Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
On this feast of Christ's Resurrection, let us bring before God the needs of the Church and the world, confident in his power to renew all things.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church, that the risen Christ may strengthen her faith and give her courage to witness to his resurrection in every age.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For leaders of nations and all in authority, that God may guide them toward justice, peace, and respect for the dignity of every person.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those who grieve the loss of loved ones, that Christ's victory over death may bring them comfort and hope.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and all who suffer in body or spirit, that the Lord may heal them and restore them to health and wholeness.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish community gathered here, that we may live as Easter people, bearing witness to Christ's love in our daily lives.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For all the faithful departed, that they may share in the joy of the resurrection and dwell in the peace of God's kingdom.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Father, you have raised your Son from the dead and given us new life in him. Hear these prayers of your people, and grant us the grace to follow Christ in faith and love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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