Prayers of the faithful - 11 October 2023 - Feast of John XXIII

Lord Jesus - you are the word of God. 

Christ Jesus - you are the beloved son of the Father. 

Lord Jesus - you are our savior and redeemer. 

PRIEST:  Let us unite our prayers with the prayers of John XXIII as we honor him in our mass today and as we present our prayers to God.  

1. For our Church and our Church leaders, may they lead all the people in peace, compassion, and justice.  

2. For all the faithful, that we may be witnesses of the faith in the modern world and may we dialogue with the world in the spirit of John XXIII. 

3. For greater communication and dialogue amongst the religions of the world.  For an end to war, violence, and terrorism.  We pray for peace in the world, especially in Israel and Ukraine. 

4. For a conversion of hearts. May we put aside our pride and stubbornness of heart and work toward healing and reconciliation in our relationships.  

5. For healing of the sick and for the repose of the souls of the faithful departed.  

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

PRIEST:  God of mercy and compassion, may we proclaim the Gospel with our words and our actions.  We present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.