prayers of the faithful - 9 March 2022 - first week of Lent

PENITENTIAL RITE: 

Lord Jesus - you call us to trust in you - Lord have mercy. 

Christ Jesus - you call us to faith - Christ have mercy.  

Lord Jesus - you give us hope and inspiration - Lord have mercy. 

PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL:

Priest: With hope and trust, let us present our prayers to God:

1. For our church leaders, may they lead us and guide us in putting our trust and hope in the Lord.  

2. May our world leaders put aside conflict and difference to work toward the common good.  We pray for a peaceful resolution for the war and suffering that is going on in Ukraine.  

3. For our first responders, the men and women in the military, and our medical professionals.    

4. For our children and youth, especially as they get ready for their spring break next week.  May they see God accompanying them on their journey.  

5. For the sick and shut-ins. For healing for those who need it mind, body, and spirit.  

6. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. For our deceased loved ones and family members.  For the souls in purgatory. 

7. For those prayers we hold in our hearts today.  

Priest: Heavenly Father, we place our trust in you.  We present these prayers to you through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord for ever and ever.  AMEN.