prayers of the faithful - 8 March 2024 - Friday of the third week of LENT

Lord Jesus - you are humble of heart - Lord have mercy. 

Christ Jesus - you call us to be missionary in spirit - Christ have mercy. 

Lord Jesus - you are the beloved Son of the Father - Lord have mercy. 

PRIEST: As we continue our Lenten journey today, let us bring our prayers to God: 

1. That, by prayer, fasting and almsgiving, the holy people of God will accompany Jesus on his journey during these holy days of Lent.  

2. That all Christians and people of goodwill may listen to the Word of God and obey his commandments in their daily lives. 

3. That we will find time each day for God, seeking him in the silence of our hearts and learning to love him more and more. 

4. That God will lead us to the path of justice and peace.  We pray for those who are being harmed in the world by war, terrorism, and violence. We pray especially for the people of Ukraine and the holy land.  

5. That our religious and governmental leaders will work together, especially to help the marginalized and the vulnerable.  

6. For the sick and shut-ins, for those who need healing in mind, body, and spirit.  

PRIEST: God of mercy, keep us in your love.  We ask these prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.