One another, 02A
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- Jan 17
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January 18, 2026
To God who welcomes all in love, let us pray for the good of the church and the concerns of those in need:
For the Church: that we may be a light to the nations and an instrument of God’s saving message to all who are seeking direction and a deeper meaning for their life: let us pray to the Lord.
For all disciples: that we may give testimony that will attract others to Jesus and help them encounter Christ who is the way, the truth, and the life for all the human family: let us pray to the Lord.
For this Christian community: that we who are called to be holy may allow the grace of God to work in us and form us into the people of God: let us pray to the Lord.
For catechists and parents: that like John the Baptist, they may introduce and lead the young people in their care to a deeper relationship with Jesus: let us pray to the Lord.
For the grace of humility: that we may use our gifts in the service of God and be open to the gifts of others so that through all of us, God’s work may be accomplished: let us pray to the Lord.
For a greater awareness of God’s call in our lives: that we may listen and live out the mission to which God invites us: let us pray to the Lord.
For Christian unity: that God will remove the walls of misunderstanding, help us co-operate in serving those in need, and bring us to a greater appreciation of the gifts of the Spirit at work in one another's communities: let us pray to the Lord.
For the members of Congress: that God will give them wisdom and courage as they address the issues before them so that the common good may be advanced: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who have turned away from God: that our words and deeds may make God’s love and presence known to them: let us pray to the Lord.
For an end to racism and the dawn of new cooperation amongst all peoples: that God will help us recognize the dignity of each person and give us the courage to reach past divisions and build a greater society: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who are worried or anxious: that God will ease their fear, help them to recognize that God is with them, and give them courage: let us pray to the Lord.
For greater respect of human life: that we may honor and respect all human life which God has created and support each life from beginning to natural end: let us pray to the Lord.
For all suffering from governmental persecution: that God will stir up the Spirit within them, ease their suffering, and help them to bear faithful witness to the truth: let us pray to the Lord.
For an end to civil disturbances: that God will restore peace along city streets and help all to live with dignity and in safety: let us pray to the Lord.
For peace: that God will open dialogue between nations and groups that are in conflict and guide them toward new steps to resolve disputes in non-violent ways: let us pray to the Lord.
God of every land and nation, you have created all people and you dwell among us in Jesus Christ. Listen to the cries of those who pray to you, and grant that, as we proclaim the greatness of your name, all people will know the power of love at work in the world. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
References
-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2026f, January 18). Second Sunday in ordinary time. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011826.cfm
-Cormier, J. (1995). Lord, Hear Our Prayer: Prayer of the Faithful for Sundays, Holy Days, and Ritual Masses.
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