18 July 2023 - Prayers of the faithful - Tuesday of the 16th week of Ordinary Time

Lord Jesus - you proclaim God's holy word. 

Christ Jesus - you are the word of God made flesh. 

Lord Jesus - you speak God's truth. 

Priest: As we recognize our need for God’s grace in our lives, let us offer our prayers to our loving Father: 

1. That the Church may preach with compassion the need for repentance, leading us to healing and union with Christ. 

2. For the leaders of nations and our local governmental leaders: that they may be prophets of justice and instruments of peace. 

3. For our children and youth, may they see God in their experiences and activities this summer as they get ready for the beginning of the school year. 

4.  For the sick and the lonely: that they may find consolation and healing through Christ’s presence in their lives. 

5. For all who have died: for their entry into eternal life. 

6. For the prayers we hold in our hearts today.                                                                                                          

Priest:  Loving Father, as you hear and answer our prayers, grant them according to your will.  We ask this through Christ our Lord forever and ever.  Amen.