intercessory

[ in-ter-ses-uh-ree ]

/ ˌɪn tərˈsɛs ə ri /

having the function of interceding: an intercessory prayer.

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1570–80; < Medieval Latin intercessōrius, equivalent to Latin interced- (see intercession) + -tōrius -tory¹, with dt > ss

Despite (or rather because of) being raised Southern Baptist, I am uncomfortable with the whole concept of intercessory prayer.
Bring on the Made-for-Reality-TV District Race Down South|Michelle Cottle|February 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
It would follow, then, that intercessory prayer is not a work of extraordinary merit but a necessary element of devotion.
With God in the World|Charles H. Brent
Our confidence in the intercessory power of the saints is founded on their relation to God and to us.
Mary, Help of Christians|Various
What should I do, if I had not the privilege of intercessory prayer for you?
The Expositor's Bible: The First Book of Samuel|W. G. Blaikie

More accurately reading the sûtras on their behalf, but this exercise is practically equivalent to intercessory prayer.
Hinduism and Buddhism, An Historical Sketch, Vol. 3 (of 3)|Charles Eliot
Nothing is better fitted to enlarge and warm the heart than intercessory prayer.
The Expositor's Bible: The First Book of Samuel|W. G. Blaikie