Prayers of the faithful for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary time cycle A - 21 June 2026

Introduction: As we commemorate the 12th Sunday in Ordinary, we hear Jesus tell his apostles in today’s to not be afraid and the proclaim his Gospel message with great enthusiasm. We are all called to live out our life of disciples in boldness and joy. We are not to fear the things of this world, to place our trust in God’s eternal kingdom. 

Lord Jesus - you call us not to be afraid. 

Christ Jesus - you proclaim God’s love to the world. 

Lord Jesus - you call us to the joys of God’s kingdom. 

Priest: Loving Father, as we gather before you today, in confidence we prayers to you with faithful and joyful hearts: 

1. We pray for Pope Leo XIV, Bishop Kopacz, and all the bishops and priests of the Church. May they lead their people to give public witness and public proclamation of the Gospel. We pray to the Lord. 

2. We pray for our world leaders. May they have the courage to use the authority given to them for the good of their people, especially the less fortunate. We pray to the Lord. 

3. We pray for those people suffering all over the world. May the light of hope begin to shine for them in the darkness. We pray for peace throughout the world, especially the Middle East and Ukraine. We pray to the Lord. 

4. We pray for our local faith community and for Christians everywhere. May we be true disciples of Christ and not be afraid to put our trust in God’s providence. We pray to the Lord. 

5. We pray for the sick and the afflicted of our parish. We pray for those who are struggling with addictions and mental health issues. We pray for all who have asked for our prayers. We pray to the Lord. 
6. We pray for our deceased loved ones and family members and all who have died recently. May they be welcomed by God into the halls of the heavenly kingdom. We pray to the Lord. 

7. For safe travels for those who are traveling in these summer months. We pray for our children, youth, and college students, for their summer trips and activities. We pray to the Lord. 

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

Priest: Gracious God, filled with the knowledge that you listen to our prayer, we open our hearts to you in Jesus’ name, for he is our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.