PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for October 1, 2026
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
October 1, 2026
Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church
- First reading: Job 19:21-27
- Gospel: Luke 10:1-12
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: Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
On Saint Thérèse’s memorial, Job longs to see his living Redeemer, and Jesus sends disciples to bring peace. Trusting that hope can travel through small acts, let us pray.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church and all who proclaim the Gospel: that they may carry peace with humility and welcome the help of others.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For leaders in places scarred by violence: that they may protect those bringing food, medicine, and a chance for reconciliation.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For people grieving someone they long to see again: that hope in the living Redeemer may sustain them and friends remain close.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For the sick and those who visit them: that each encounter may bring attentive care, relief, and a word of peace.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For our parish volunteers: that they may share the work of serving others and offer hospitality without seeking recognition.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those who have died, especially people who carried faith quietly through suffering: that God may receive them into life.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Father, hear these prayers. Send us with your peace, sustain those who wait in hope, and draw the departed to yourself. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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