PRAYING WITH THE WORD OF GOD
Prayers of the Faithful for October 23, 2026
Prepare concise intercessions with the day’s reading references, remembering the Church, the world, those in difficulty, and your parish.
October 23, 2026
Weekday
Optional observance: Saint John of Capistrano, Priest
- First reading: Ephesians 4:1-6
- Gospel: Luke 12:54-59
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 for Friday, October 23, 2026
PRIEST · INTRODUCTION
Paul calls us to patience and unity; Jesus urges us to make peace while there is time. Let us bring our needs to God.
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Church: that leaders and members may bear with one another in love and protect the unity of the Spirit.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For nations in conflict: that their leaders may choose honest talks and just agreements before more people are harmed.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For families divided by long disputes: that, where it is safe, a first conversation may open a path toward peace.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For people facing court or debt: that they may receive fair treatment, wise counsel, and a chance to make amends.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For this parish: that we may listen before judging and respond to disagreement with patience.
Let us pray to the Lord.
For those who died unreconciled with someone they loved: that God may grant them peace and comfort those left behind.
Let us pray to the Lord.
PRIEST · CONCLUDING PRAYER
Father of one people, hear us and teach us to recognize the right moment to make peace. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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