Optional Text for Good Friday Solemn Intercession: For Peace in Ukraine

The Roman Missal states that “in a situation of grave public need, the Diocesan Bishop may permit or order the addition of a special intention” (Roman Missal, The Passion of the Lord, no. 13) in addition to the ten solemn intercessions which are provided for the Good Friday Liturgy.

Sample (Austria Bishops Conference):

(Translations courtesy of Fr. Michael Lewis and Fr. Ivan Montelongo, Diocese of El Paso. Music engraved by Peter Kolar.)

Sample (Diocese of Albany):

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