25 June 2023 - prayers of the faithful - 12th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Introduction:  In our moments of suffering, in our challenges and our difficulties, our faith gives us hope.  God watches over us and cares for us, giving the promise of eternal life.  Let us thank God at Mass today for all the blessings he has bestowed upon us, blessings that help us cope with the misfortunes and wrongs that we suffer.  Let us give glory to God in response to his love and mercy. 

Lord Jesus - you send us the spirit of truth to be our helper and our guide - Lord have mercy. 

Christ Jesus - you died and rose again to bring us new life - Christ have mercy. 

Lord Jesus - you are the giver of every good gift - Lord have mercy. 

Priest: God is with us even in moments of trial and struggle.  Let us rely on God to satisfy our needs, the needs of the world, and the needs of the Church: 

1. For the Church, that we may have the courage to speak the truth in the light, to proclaim our faith in our words and our actions, we pray to the Lord. 

2. For our elected officials: that they may lead us in justice and peace, working toward the problems and issues we face as a society, we pray to the Lord. 

3. For farmers and those who produce our food: may they be blessed with good weather and a bountiful growing season.  We pray to the Lord. 

4. For missionaries and for those who dedicate their lives to spread the Gospel message: that they may be blessed in their service, and may their missionary work convert hearts and bear much fruit, we pray to the Lord. 

5. For those who suffer from mental illness and addictions, for those who care for them and treat them, for family members and care givers, we pray to the Lord. 

6. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed.  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: Heavenly Father, as you care for us, teach us to care for our neighbor.  We make our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.