Introduction: As begin the penitential season of Lent this Wednesday, we hear a warning from Jesus about sin in today’s Gospel. We are to focus on addressing our own sins, not focusing on the sins of our neighbor. Lent will afford us the opportunity to recognize our sinfulness and our need for God’s forgiveness. Gathered for Mass today before the start of Lent, let us resolve to repent for our sins and to follow the Lord more faithfully.
Penitential Rite: Priest:
Lord Jesus - You are the everlasting sign of love and compassion. Christ Jesus - You call us out of darkness into your light.
Lord Jesus - you show us the way to new life.
Priest: We proclaim God’s generosity from dawn to the darkest night. Let us have the confidence to bring our needs and the needs of the world before God today:
1. That we in the Church may more clearly recognize our Church’s mission and reach out to our brothers and sisters in need. We pray to the Lord.
2. That our governmental leaders work toward healing the afflictions of the people they serve. We pray to the Lord.
3. For all the living things that are dormant during the winter months. That they may reemerge and blossom in the spring and bear fruit in the proper season. We pray to the Lord.
4. That the coming season of Lent may be a time of repentance and renewal for Christians everywhere. We pray to the Lord.
5. For healing for the sick and the afflicted. For healing and wholeness in body, mind, and spirit. We pray to the Lord.
6. For our deceased family members and loved ones. For their entry into eternal life. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For all our intentions spoken and unspoken. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: God of goodness, we call on you to fulfill our most pressing needs and thank you for all the blessings we have in life. Hear the prayers we make today through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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