Introduction: We gather together at this holy place today as a community of faith to celebrate the Eucharist. We are forever thankful to God for sending his son who gives us his body and blood to nourish us and redeem us. May Jesus’ acceptance of the cross give us the courage to carry our own crosses and inspire us to serve others, helping them carry their crosses.
Lord Jesus - you died for our sins - Lord have mercy.
Christ Jesus - you were raised from the dead by the glory of your Father - Christ have mercy.
Lord Jesus - you bring us new life - Lord have mercy.
Priest: As we present our prayer petitions to the Lord today, let us ask the Lord how we can be of service to him and to his people:
1. For the Church: may we always assist others in carrying their crosses, especially those who are no longer able to carry their crosses by themselves, we pray to the Lord.
2. For our governmental officials: that they may dedicate themselves to eradicating injustices and oppression, that those who are forgotten and marginalized may see the dawn of a new day, we pray to the Lord.
3. For those who carry the cross of grief due to the loss of a loved one, that they may find hope and consolation in Christ. We pray for the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. We pray to the Lord.
4. For those who have suffered from natural disasters, especially those here in Mississippi who were hit with the tornadoes. That their needs may be met. We pray to the Lord.
5. For our parish community, that we may always be hospitable and welcoming, especially to visitors and new Catholics, we pray to the Lord.
6. For healing for the sick and the shut-in. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For our prayer intentions, spoken and unspoken. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: Generous God, you have bless our lives with kindness and mercy. Teach us to extend that love and mercy to all whom we meet as you fulfill our needs and the needs of the world. We present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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