Lord Jesus - you call us to learn more about our faith.
Christ Jesus - you are a light in the world.
Lord Jesus - you reached out to the poor and the oppressed.
Priest: As we celebrate the feast day of St Augustine today, we present our prayers to our heavenly Father:
1. That our governmental leaders may dedicate themselves to justice, authentic freedom, and the defense of the poor.
2. That God give us the strength to discern his divine will and to reject the false promises of this secular age.
3. That God grant our Church leaders wisdom and courage as they lead the people of God.
4. For those affected by natural disasters and the hot summer weather.
5. For blessings on all students, teachers, parents, and school administrators in the new school year.
6. For an increase of vocations to the priesthood, the diaconate, and to consecrated religious life.
7. For the sick and afflicted. For healing and wholeness.
8. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. For their entry into eternal life.
9. For those prayers we hold in our hearts today.
Priest: Heavenly Father, we unite our prayers with the prayers of St Augustine today. We present these prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord for ever and ever. AMEN.
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