Prayers of the faithful - 2nd week in Ordinary Time - 20 January 2023

Lord Jesus, you bring us hope.  Lord have mercy. 

Christ Jesus, you bring us joy.  Christ have mercy. 

Lord Jesus, you call us to renew our spirits.  Lord have mercy.  

Priest - The Lord raises up those who are bowed down.  Let us bring forward our prayers to God with confidence.

1. For all religious leaders, especially Pope Francis and Bishop Joseph Kopacz,  that their own faith may be genuine and sincere and an example for their flock. 

2. For Christians everywhere, that they may be merciful and generous in spirit.  

3. For those who are struggling and suffering in life, that they may place their trust in God and feel encouragement in their faith. 

4. For those who grieve.  For those faithful departed whom we remember in the depths of our hearts.  May God give us comfort and hope in our grief.  

5. For those who have been affected by natural disasters and the winter weather.  

6.  For the sick and shut-in.  For those in the hospital, hospice, and nursing home.  

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

Priest -  Lord, you support those in sorrow or pain: help us in all our needs as we make our prayers through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord for ever and ever. Amen.