PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for May 22, 2026
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
May 22, 2026
Easter Weekday
Optional observance: Saint Rita of Cascia, Religious
- First reading: Acts 25:13b-21
- Gospel: John 21:15-19
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
As we gather in the joy of Christ's Resurrection, let us bring before God the needs of our Church and our world.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For our Holy Father and our bishop, that the risen Christ may strengthen them in faith and guide their service to the Church.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For world leaders and all in public office, that God may grant them wisdom and courage to build peace and protect the common good.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those who suffer persecution for their faith, that Christ may sustain them with hope and bring them safely through their trials.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and those who care for them, that the Lord may ease their pain and restore them to health and wholeness.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish community, that we may grow in love for one another and witness to the Resurrection in our daily lives.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those who have died, especially the faithful departed we remember, that God may welcome them into eternal peace and joy.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Almighty Father, hear the prayers we offer in faith. Strengthen our trust in the risen Christ, who conquered death and lives forever. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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