Sunday, July 14, 2024

Prayers of the Faithful - 21 July 2024 - 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Introduction: Jesus invites his disciples to a place of rest after their return from their missionary travels. But then Jesus sees the crowds reaching out to him and he begins to teach them. May it comfort us to know that Jesus always has time for us.

Penitential Rite: Priest:

Lord Jesus - you preached the Good News of the Gospel to the reality of the world - Lord have mercy.

Christ Jesus - you destroyed death and restored life - Christ have mercy. Lord Jesus - you are our Good Shepherd - Lord have mercy.

Priest: In confidence, let us call out to Jesus for our needs and the needs of all people near and far:

1. That Pope Francis and all our bishops and pastors may shepherd their flock with the same love and care Jesus showed to the crowds. We pray to the Lord.

2. May our legislators and policy makers may work to advance the common good in order to ensure the dignity of all people. We pray to the Lord.

3. Like Jesus, may we break down the barriers of conflict and division. We pray to the Lord.

4. For an end to terrorism, war, and violence in the world. We pray to the Lord.

5. That all who are burdened be renewed in the Spirit. We pray to the Lord. 6. For healing for the sick in body, mind, and spirit. For the faithful departed, for their entry into eternal life. We pray to the Lord.

7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. We pray to the Lord.

Priest: Heavenly Father, you comfort us when we are hurt. You console us when we grieve. And you give us hope when we despair. We present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.

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