PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for May 4, 2026
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
May 4, 2026
Easter Weekday
- First reading: Acts 14:5-18
- Gospel: John 14:21-26
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 — Easter Weekday
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
On this Easter weekday, we gather in the joy of Christ's resurrection. Let us bring our prayers before God, confident that he hears and answers us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church and all her pastors, that they may grow in faith and lead others to know the risen Christ.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For world leaders and those in authority, that God may guide them to seek peace and justice for all people.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and those in pain, that Christ may ease their suffering and restore them to health and hope.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those who grieve and those who feel alone, that God may comfort them and help them find strength in community.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish and our families, that we may live the Easter message of love and forgiveness in our daily lives.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For all the faithful departed, that God may grant them eternal rest and bring them into the light of his presence.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Father, you have raised your Son from the dead and filled our hearts with Easter joy. Hear these prayers we offer, and grant us the grace to live as witnesses to the resurrection. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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