Priest: As we commemorate the beginning of the holy season of Lent today, we present our needs to God, who is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in love.
1. For our Holy Father Pope Francis, our Bishop Joseph Kopacz, and all Church leaders, that they may know the guidance and strength of the Holy Spirit as they lead the people of God during this holy season of repentance and renewal, we pray to the Lord.
2. For the Church, that she may be an ambassador for Christ by announcing the good news of reconciliation and healing, we pray to the Lord.
3. For all present at Mass today, that we may have the will to change our lives and the lives of others by our charity, our good example, and our prayers, we pray to the Lord.
4. For all who are sick or suffering in any way, that they may know the presence and comfort of the Lord. We pray for those who are struggling with depression and mental illness. We pray to the Lord.
5. For Christians everywhere, that this Lenten season will prepare us for our eternal life with God. We pray to the Lord.
6. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, for their entry into eternal life, and for the souls in purgatory, we pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers that we hold in the silence of our hearts, for all our intentions spoken and unspoken, we pray to the Lord
Priest: Heavenly Father, have mercy on your Church in all its need. As we turn away from sin, may we turn to you in repentance and embrace your holiness with all our heart. We ask this through Christ our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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