Prayers of the Faithful and Penitential Rite - Weekday of the holy season of Lent

Penitential rite: 

1. Lord Jesus, you are the light that dispels the darkness, Lord have mercy. 

2. Christ Jesus, you are the Savior of the world: Christ have mercy.

3. Lord Jesus, you are the way that leads to everlasting life: Lord have mercy. 

Prayer of the Faithful 

Priest: The Lord looks upon us as we approach him in awe and respect. Let us now pray for our needs and the needs of others.

1. That the Church throughout the world might listen to God’s beloved Son and trust in his promises, especially during this time of challenge and uncertainty.  

2. We pray that our world may be transfigured by peace and harmony. We pray for an end to war, violence, and terrorism.  Let us pray to the Lord.

3. For Governmental leaders - may they put aside difference and work together in unity and solidarity - 

4. For those children preparing for first communion, for the youth preparing for confirmation, and for those adults in our RCIA program.  May their Lenten journey help them deepen their faith and trust in the Son of God.  Let us pray to the Lord.  

5. During this difficult time, that we do not forget the needy and the vulnerable, let us pray to the Lord.

6. For the sick and shut-ins, for those in the hospital, the hospice, and in nursing homes.  For those with the coronavirus and the flu.  For all health care professionals and first responders.  

7. For the repose of souls of faithful departed.  

Priest:  Our soul waits for you, O Lord, for you are our help and our protection. Hear these our prayers and graciously grant them through Jesus Christ your Son, our Lord for ever and ever.  AMEN.