Introduction: We hear Jesus teaching us about the kingdom of God today, of our eternal hope in God’s kingdom. Often, we see how the values of God’s kingdom are not the values of our secular world. Let us pray today that our values may align with the values of God’s kingdom, that we will live out those values each day in our daily lives.
Priest: Penitential rite:
Lord Jesus - you became poor to show us the riches of salvation.
Christ Jesus - you suffered insults on behalf of those you would save.
Lord Jesus - you call us to the blessedness of God’s kingdom.
Priest: In imitation of Jesus, who brought mercy, hope, and love to those in need, let us offer our prayers for our needs and for all in need:
1. That we in the Church may be a visible sign of God’s blessings in our service to the poor and to the outcast. We pray to the Lord.
2. That our Church leaders and governmental leaders may reach out to those who are ignored, rejected, and belittled. We pray to the Lord.
3. For all who suffer in war and in fear, that in this Jubilee year of hope, they may find hope in the midst of their despair. We pray to the Lord.
4. For those in the country who are suffering from the winter weather. We pray to the Lord.
5. For those who are sick and afflicted. For healing for them in body, mind, and spirit. We pray to the Lord.
6. For our Catholic service appeal, that we may all give generously to help the different ministries and programs of our Diocese. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: God of justice and mercy, listen to the prayers we make today in faith and trust, through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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