Prayers of the faithful - 5 AUGUST 2022 - The feast of the dedication of the Basilica of St Mary Major in Rome - Friday of the 18th week in ORDINARY TIME

Lord Jesus - you came to earth as a humble servant - Lord have mercy.

Christ Jesus - you are the son of Mary - Christ have mercy.

Lord Jesus - you love us with your sacred heart - Lord have mercy.  

Prayers of the faithful:

Let us unite our prayers with the prayers of Mary and the community of saints as we celebrate the feast of the dedication of the basilica of the St Mary Major and as we pray through the sacred heart of Jesus:

1. For our governmental leaders and our Church leaders - that they may be faithful disciples like Mary, our Blessed Mother.  

2. That all the nations of the world and their leaders may work for true economic justice and lead the people in unity and solidarity. We pray that we all might work toward an end to war, terrorism, and violence. 

3. For the poor, the stranger, and the oppressed: that they may be welcomed by all Christians and our community.

4. That all youth, like Mary, may they be open to God’s call in their lives.  We pray for a good beginning of the school year for our youth and children.  

5. That all of us may trust in Mary’s intercessions and imitate her faith and her virtues.  

6. For the sick and shut-ins, for healing for all of us in body, mind, and spirit. 

7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts.   

Gracious God, you called Mary to be your humble servant. Hear the prayers of your children and grant them in the name of your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.