Introduction - At the end of her life on earth, the Blessed Virgin Mary was brought to heaven body and soul. Through Mary, the son of God was born. Our Blessed Mother Mary was taken to heaven to be reunited with her beloved Son. Today, we celebrate Mary as a model of obedience and humility. Mary intercedes for us as the Queen of heaven and earth. She stands ready to welcome us to eternal life in the presence of our Lord.
Penitential rite - Priest:
Lord Jesus - you are the Beloved Son of God the Father- Lord have mercy.
Christ Jesus - you have done great things for us - Christ have mercy.
Lord Jesus - you were born of the Virgin Mary - Lord have mercy.
Prayers of the faithful:
Priest: Mary intercedes for us at Christ’s right hand. Let us join our prayers with she prayers, as she provides us a great model of faith:
1. That Mary’s acceptance of God’s will be a model for us each day as we accept the challenges of living out our faith. We pray to the Lord.
2. For our world leaders and our local governmental leaders, that through their leadership we may lift up the lowly, fill the hungry with good things, and extend compassion and mercy to those in need. We pray to the Lord.
3. For mothers and expectant mothers, that they may look to Mary as an example of devotion and strength as they live out their vocation as mothers. We pray to the Lord.
4. For our doctors, nurses, and medical professional. May they bring healing and wholeness to their patients. We pray to the Lord.
5. That our parish community may be a living model of faith, bringing the Gospel message to others. We pray to the Lord.
6. For healing for the sick in body, mind, and spirit. We pray to the Lord.
7. For peace in the world, especially in the Middle East and Ukraine. For an end to violence in our neighborhoods and cities. We pray to the Lord.
8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For all our prayer intentions spoken and unspoken. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: God of love and mercy, Mary’s acceptance of your will allowed the promises you made to your people be fulfilled through your son. We present our prayers to you through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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