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

Penitential Rite: 

Priest:
Lord Jesus - you preached the Good News of the Gospel in 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 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.We pray for the men here at CMCF who are struggling with addictions, mental heath issues, or depression. We pray to the Lord. 

7. For our deceased loved ones and family members, for their entry into eternal life. We pray to the Lord.


8. 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.