prayers of the faithful - feast day of St Francis of Assisi - 4 October 2022

Lord Jesus - you call us to be good stewards of God’s creation. 

Christ Jesus - you bring us the Father’s love. 

Lord Jesus - you come to us as a servant. 

As we celebrate St Francis of Assisi on his feast day today, we come to God with our prayers in faith and hope. 

For Pope Francis and all our church leaders, that they may help us be good stewards of God’s creation. 

For our governmental leaders, that they may be servant leaders who help feed the hungry and rise up the poor.

For healing and reconciliation in our broken world. 

For safety and security for those in danger, help for those battling addictions, and comfort for the afflicted. 

For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, for their entry into eternal life. 

With hope and joy, we present these prayer to you, O God, through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.