Prayer of the Faithful Baptism of the Lord (For 11th January 2026) Introduction Today, as we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we also observe Family at Mass Sunday. In his baptism, Jesus was revealed as the Beloved Son, and we too were claimed as God's own children. Our theme, "Family Resolutions - 2026," calls us to make not just personal promises, but sacred promises we make together as families-entrusting our homes to the same God who called Jesus "beloved." May this Eucharist strengthen our families to live out our baptismal dignity in faith, hope, and love. Prayer of the faithful Celebrant : Beloved children of God, reborn in the waters of Baptism and anointed by the Holy Spirit, we are called to live as Christ's faithful disciples-beginning in our own families. With trust in the Father's merciful love, let us now place our needs before Him, saying. Response : Lord, hear our prayer. For the Church, our Holy Father, Bishops, Priests, and all consecrated persons: that by their teaching and example they may lead the faithful to live their baptismal promises with joy and dedication, we pray to the Lord. For the upcoming civic elections: that the B. M. C. elections may be conducted with integrity, peace, and a true commitment to the common good, and that elected leaders may serve with wisdom and justice, we pray to the Lord. For peace and justice in our world, especially for the people of Venezuela in this time of grave crisis: that all nations and leaders may seek reconciliation through dialogue, uphold international law, and work urgently for the peaceful resolution of conflict, we pray to the Lord. For our families, that the resolutions they make this year may be guided by the Holy Spirit, strengthened by prayer, and lived out in patience and mutual respect, making their homes places of peace and Christian witness, we pray to the Lord. For those who have grown distant from the Church or lukewarm in faith: that through the gentle promptings of grace, they may rediscover the beauty of their baptismal calling, we pray to the Lord. (Let us now pray silently for our own personal intentions and for the needs of our community…… we pray to the Lord.) Celebrant : Heavenly Father, you have claimed us as your beloved children in the waters of Baptism. Hear the prayers we have offered in faith, and grant that we may always walk in the light of your Spirit, faithful to the grace you have bestowed. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.