Introduction: On our journey of faith, God calls us to celebrate with him in our Mass this weekend. Let us respond to him with the gratitude of a chosen people.
Lord Jesus - you came in humility for our salvation.
Christ Jesus - you are the mediator of the new covenant.
Lord Jesus - you invite us to sit at your banquet.
Jesus has promised to lift up those who humble themselves. As we place ourselves in the presence of God’s awesome power, we present our needs today:
1. That Sacred Scripture and the Sacraments of the Church may nourish and strengthen all believers, we pray to the Lord.
2. For our world leaders and our local governmental leaders, that respect the dignity of each person they serve, we pray to the Lord.
3. For those who have been affected by natural disasters, including storms, floods, brush fires, and drought, for recovery and for the help they need, we pray to the Lord.
4. For favorable weather for our farmers, that they might bring in a bountiful harvest, we pray to the Lord.
5. For our children and youth in the new school year, for teachers and school administrators, for the new school year of religious education at our parish, we pray to the Lord.
6. For healing for the sick and shut-in, and for the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, we pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in our hearts, both spoken and unspoken, we pray to the Lord.
Lord God, in humility we present you our needs, knowing that you will hear our prayers. In faith, may we follow you where you lead us. We present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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