16 November 2025 - 33rd Sunday in ordinary time - prayers of the faithful

Introduction: Next weekend we celebrate the end of the liturgical year with the commemorate of Christ the King. This weekend, our readings prepare us for this point in the liturgical year, speaking about signs we will see and the end times to come. May we always be prepared for the coming of our savior. 

Priest: Penitential rite: 

Lord Jesus - you are the beloved son of the Father. 

Christ Jesus - you invite us into eternal life with God. 

Lord Jesus - you will come again in Glory. 

Priest: On this 33rd Sunday of ordinary time, as we near the end of the liturgical year, we present our prayers to our loving and merciful Father:

1. That we in the Church may offer hope to all the human family, especially support to those who are searching for God. We pray to the Lord. 

2. That God will strengthen and sustain us in remaining faithful in our discipleship in times of trial and distress. We pray for perseverance and courage on our journey of faith. We pray to the Lord. 

3. That the ministry and preaching of the leaders of our Church will help their communities of faith to continue their deeds of loving service and to witness to the Gospel until Christ comes in glory. We pray to the Lord. 

4. That those who have become ill, lost employment, or are grieving the death of a loved one may know God’s comforting presence this day and be strengthened by God’s Spirit. We pray for the Lord. 

5. For our children, youth, and college students, especially those who are facing struggles, difficult challenges, or crisis. That God will give them strength and courage. We pray to the Lord. 

6. That families that are divided or in opposition to one another may have God's peace touch their hearts and lead them toward reconciliation and healing. We pray to the Lord. 

7. For all who are persecuted for their religion or deprived of their rights may find hope in their faith. We pray to the Lord. 

8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts today. We pray to the Lord. 

Priest: We perseverance and determination on our journey of faith, with humble hearts, we present these prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.