prayers of the faithful - 16 March 2023 - third week of LENT

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

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

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

Prayers of the Faithful 

Priest: The Lord looks upon us as we approach him in awe and wonder. Now, let us 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 holy season of Lent.  

2. That our world may be transformed by peace and harmony. We pray for an end to war, violence, and terrorism. 

3. For our governmental leaders, that they may they put aside differences 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. That all of us may follow the Gospel of life in our words and in our actions, respecting human life from the moment of conception to the moment of natural death. 

6. For all those affected by storms, bad weather, and natural disasters in Mississippi, in our country and throughout the world.  For safety for all.  

7. For healing for the sick and the shut-in. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. 

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

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.