17 January 2026 - prayers of the faithful for the Saturday of the first week in Ordinary Time

Lord Jesus - you bring us the joy of the Gospel. 

Christ Jesus - you call us to repentance. 

Lord Jesus - you call us to conversion. 

Priest: We now present our prayers to our heavenly Father: 

1. For Pope Leo XIV, Bishop Kopacz, and all of our Church leaders. That God will lead them and guide them in their roles as shepherds. 

2. That we may have a deeper connection with Christ through both the joys and the sufferings in our lives, so make present God’s loving plan for us. 

3. For the healing of racism and prejudice in society. 

4. That all of us may care for God’s creation in our daily lives and do what we can to protect planet earth. 

5. For peace. That God will turn our hearts away from violence. That we may work together to end violent crime and warfare. We pray for Beth Israel Synagogue and their healing and recovery process. 

6. For the sick and the afflicted. For healing in body, mind, and spirit. 

7. For the ACTS retreat today we are having for our team members. We pray that we feel the presence of the holy spirit with us today. 

8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts.

Priest: With faith and hope, we present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.