Penitential Rite
Let us call to mind our sins and ask God’s forgiveness:
Lord Jesus, you raise us to new life - Lord, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you forgive us our sins - Christ, have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you feed us with your body and blood - Lord, have mercy.
Prayers of the Faithful:
Priest - The Lord pays heed to our cries - so let us bring our needs to God.
1. For a spirit of dialogue and friendship in our communities that are experiencing conflict and violence — that there may be peace and reconciliaiton.
2. For Christians who persecuted for their faith — that they may have courage and perseverance.
3. For prisoners and their families - for victims of crime - for those who need forgiveness in their lives - that they feel the light of God.
4. For all who mourn — that they may have the support of a strong faith and help from their loving faith community.
5. For the sick and the shut-in - for those who are close to death - may the Lord bring them mercy and healing.
6. For all who have died, especially the names of our loved ones who are inscribed in the book of remembrance - that all may share in the resurrection and have eternal life.
Conclusion: Lord our God, you watch over and protect your people: turn your ear to us in the prayers we make, through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord for ever and ever.
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