10 July 2023 - Prayers of the faithful - novena for our Lady of Mount Carmel Mass

Lord Jesus, you the Prince of Peace: Lord, have mercy.

Lord Jesus, you are the Son of God and Son of Mary: Christ, have mercy.

Lord Jesus, you are Word of God made flesh: Lord, have mercy.

Prayers of the faithful:  

PRIEST:  God graciously blesses all of humanity.  With humble hearts, we bring forward our needs to God with confidence:

1. That those who follow Christ may remain faithful throughout the challenges and difficult circumstances of their lives. We pray to the Lord. 

2. That God may grant wisdom to our governmental leaders in the decisions they have to make. We pray to the Lord. 

3. For peace in our communities that are torn apart by violence, terrorism, anger, or conflict. We pray to the Lord. 

4. That we may all be peacemakers who work for reconciliation, peace, and justice in our relationships.  We pray to the Lord. 

5. That our Mother Mary, Our Lady of Mt Carmel may be an example to all of us in her patience, compassion, and love. We prayer for our Carmelite sisters here in the Diocese of Jackson and our secular Carmelite group.   We pray to the Lord. 

6. For all who have been affected by storms, bad weather, and natural disasters.  We pray to the Lord. 

7. We pray for the sick and the shut-in. We pray especially for healing for Sister Jane and Father Kevin.  We also pray for the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, for their entry into eternal life.  We pray to the Lord. 

8. For those prayers we hold in our hearts.  

PRIEST: Gracious God, you bless your people with peace and justice: accept our prayers and give us your help, through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.