Introduction: Today, we continue to hear Jesus teachings from the Sermon on the Mount. Like the disciples who gathered with him on the mountaintop to hear his teachings, let us open our hearts to Jesus in today’s Mass as he comes to us in word and in Sacrament.
Lord Jesus, you have come to fulfill the law and the prophets.
Christ Jesus, you bring us new life.
Lord Jesus, you teach us to keep God’s laws with all our hearts.
Priest: As we are reminded today of the wondrous things God has prepared for us, let us confidently bring forth our prayers to our heavenly Father, presenting our needs and the needs of the world:
1. That the Church, led by Pope Francis and all the bishops, may guide us according to the spirit of God’s law, we pray to the Lord.
2. For all who enforce and interpret the law, that through their efforts, they may seek to bring true justice for all members of society, we pray to the Lord.
3. For all married couples, that they may work to nurture their marriages through good times and bad, and sickness and health, become a sign of Christ’s love for us, we pray to the Lord.
4. For all who suffer in relationships that are broken or painful, that they may find the support they need, we pray to the Lord.
5. For all Christians, that we may walk in the law of the Lord and seek God with all our hearts, we pray to the Lord.
6. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. For healing for the sick in body, mind, and spirit, we pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers that we hold in the silence of our hearts, for all our intentions spoken and unspoken, we pray to the Lord.
Priest: Merciful God, we ask that you teach us in your wisdom and guide us in your law. We present our prayers through your Son Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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