prayers of the faithful - 9 July 2021 - 14th week in Ordinary Time

Lord Jesus - you are the good Shepherd. 

Christ Jesus - you are the bread of life. 

Lord Jesus - you call us to the true faith. 

Priest: Nourished by the Word of God, we place our prayers and petitions before God, who loves us beyond measure. 

1. That the Church and her leaders may continue to serve the spiritual and physical needs of the people of God. 

2. That public officials may constantly work to protect the welfare of the weak and the dignity of all people. 

3. That we may give thanks for the freedom that we have in our country, including the freedom to practice our faith, and that we may use that freedom in the service of life and of God. 

4. That all of us may work toward reconciliation and healing in our families, our Church, and our community. 

5. That those trapped by poverty or poor health may be strengthened by God's saving love and by caring people who help them. 

6. That those who have died may know the peace of the risen Christ. 

Priest: God of our ancestors, as you answer the prayers we have presented to you today, grant us the strength and courage to answer your call to holiness. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.