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Bidding Prayers

Prayer of the Faithful for Sunday 26 April 2026

4th Sunday of Easter

Introduction(by the Presider): Let us entrust the needs of the Church and the world to God who calls shepherds after his own heart to care for his people.

  1. For the Church: that, attentive to the voice of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, she may lead others to listen to his call and follow him faithfully. Lord, hear us.
  2. For our priests:that they may be strengthened in their ministry and know how grateful we are for their service in our community. Lord, hear us.
  3. For all the baptised:that each person may recognise and respond generously to God’s call in their lives. Lord, hear us.
  4. For vocations to the diocesan priesthood: that that young men God is calling may respond courageously, offering their lives in service to his people.. Lord, hear us.
  5. For parents and families of those discerning diocesan priesthood:that they may help them to listen to God’s call with openness and trust. Lord, hear us.
  6. For peace:that God may bring an end to conflict and guide the world along the path of justice and reconciliation. Lord, hear us.. Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For those who have died (especially N & N) and those who served God and his people through the priesthood: that they may share in the eternal joy of the risen Lord. Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider): God our Father, you never cease to call your people to follow your Son, the Good Shepherd. Hear the prayers we make through Christ, our Lord.

Child-Friendly Version

Introduction (by the Presider): Let us bring our prayers to God, who loves us and cares for his people like a Good Shepherd.

  1. For the Church:that she may listen to Jesus, the Good Shepherd, and help others to hear his voice and follow him. Lord, hear us.
  2. For our priests:that God may help them and let them know how thankful we are for all they do for us. Lord,hear us.
  3. For all who are baptised:that each of us may listen to God’s voice every day. Lord,hear us.
  4. For vocations to the diocesan priesthood:that young men who feel God’s call  to be priests may trust him and say “yes”. Lord, hear us.
  5. For parents and families: that they may support and encourage those who are trying to follow God’s call. Lord, hear us.
  6. For peace in the world: that God may bring an end to fighting and help people everywhere to live in peace and kindness. Lord, hear us. 

The Presider prays for the dead: For those who have died (especially N & N) and all who served God and his people as priests: that they may live in the joy of heaven. Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider): Loving Father, you are always with us and you hear our prayers. Please help us and answer us, through Christ, our Lord.