Intercessory Prayers
Complete collection of intercessory prayers for others and the world. These prayers help us fulfill our Christian duty to pray for others, following the example of Jesus who intercedes for us.
Biblical Examples of Intercession
Abraham
Genesis 18:16-33
Interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah, asking God to spare the cities for the sake of the righteous.
Moses
Exodus 32:11-14
Interceded for the Israelites after they worshiped the golden calf, asking God to spare them.
Jesus
John 17
The High Priestly Prayer - Jesus intercedes for His disciples and all believers.
Why Intercessory Prayers Matter
Christian Duty
We are called to pray for others as part of our Christian vocation and love of neighbor.
Universal Church
These prayers unite us with the entire Church and expand our prayer beyond ourselves.
Divine Mercy
Intercessory prayer is an act of mercy and charity toward our brothers and sisters.