22 August 2025 - prayers of the faithful - Friday - Memorial of the queenship of Mary

Lord Jesus, you the Prince of Peace: Lord, have mercy.

Lord Jesus, you are the Son of God and Son of Mary: Christ, have mercy. 

Lord Jesus, you are Word of God made flesh: Lord, have mercy.

Prayers of the faithful:  

PRIEST:  God blesses us with love and mercy. As we celebrate the queenship of Mary, we bring forward our needs to God with confidence:

1. That all disciples of Christ may remain faithful throughout their challenges and struggles.

2. That God may grant wisdom to our governmental leaders in the difficult and challenging decisions they make.

3. For peace in our communities that are torn apart by violence, anger, or conflict. For peace in the Holy Land and Ukraine. 

4. That we may all be peacemakers who work for reconciliation, peace, and justice in our relationships and in our families.  

5. That our Mother Mary, the Queen of Heaven and Earth, may be an example to all of us in her patience, compassion, and love.  

6. For all who have been affected by natural disasters. We pray especially for those recovering from the floods in Texas and other parts of the country and the wildfires in California.  

7. We pray for the sick and the afflicted. That perpetual light may shine on all our dearly departed.

8. For those prayers we hold in our hearts.  

PRIEST: Gracious God, you bless your people in many ways. We unite our prayers with Mary’s prayers. Through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.