Lord Jesus - you are our hope.
Christ Jesus - you are our strength.
Lord Jesus - you are our Savior and our redeemer.
Priest: As we commemorate St John the Baptist in a special way today, we present our prayers to our heavenly Father.
1. We pray for a deeper commitment to the stewardship of our planet. May we find ways to secure the earth and her resources for our children and future generations.
2. For all who are in special need. For those who suffer from anxiety or worry. For those who struggle through illness, death or grief. For healing for us in body, mind, and spirit.
3. For the grace of true conversion, that we in the Church may address the needs of our world, not only with words, but with determination and action.
4. May we turn away from self-righteous attitudes. We pray that the Lord may free us from the need to control, and from pride and selfishness. May we learn to serve others with love, patience and humility.
5. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. For the souls in purgatory. For their entry into eternal life.
6. As we commemorate John the Baptist today, we pray for all who are called to be God's prophets and all who are persecuted for their faith.
7. For those prayers we hold in our hearts today.
Priest: Heavenly Father, we present our prayers today through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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