Universal Prayers

CHOOSE THE RIGHT CELEBRATION

Prayers of the Faithful for This Week

Monday through Sunday, September 21–September 27, 2026. Choose the actual day and reading set for each celebration.

A small green seedling grows between weathered stones near red-and-gold fabric and stacked books.

September 21, 2026 · A

Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist

United States

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A craftsman in a work apron restores the end of a wooden church pew with hand tools and a toolbox nearby.

September 22, 2026 · A

Weekday

United States

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A lit ivory candle stands beside rosemary sprigs and a plain ceramic bowl on a stone ledge.

September 23, 2026 · A

Saint Pius of Pietrelcina, Priest

United States

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Rows of wooden pews face a simple altar and wall cross in a softly lit stone chapel.

September 24, 2026 · A

Weekday

United States

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A family of four arranges bowls and plates for a shared meal at an ivory-covered table with a red runner.

September 25, 2026 · A

Weekday

United States

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A small clear glass cruet of olive oil catches warm light beside folded ivory linen and red cloth.

September 26, 2026 · A

Weekday

United States

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A red-bound liturgical book with a gold cross rests on a carved wooden stand in a stone church.

September 27, 2026 · A

TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

United States

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Review the selected date, the Mass, and local needs with the celebrant before use.

GIRM 69–71: the universal prayer ↗

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