Priest: Penitential Rite:
Lord Jesus - you welcomed those on the margins of society.
Christ Jesus - you bring us your new covenant.
Lord Jesus - you show us the way to God’s kingdom.
Priest: Jesus invites his disciples to turn to the Father with their needs. Let us now humbly present our prayers to our heavenly Father:
1. As we commemorate Labor Day weekend, we pray for all the workers of the world, that they may all earn a living wage and are provided safe working conditions. We pray to the Lord.
2. For the unemployed and for those looking for work. May God lead them to where they need to be. We pray for any released inmates and family members who are looking for new employment. We pray to the Lord.
3. That those who struggle with grief, hardship, or doubt know the support of our Catholic faith community. We pray for those who have lost a loved one. We pray to the Lord.
4. That we in the Church may always welcome the poor, the forsaken, and those on the margins, showing them that in God’s eyes they are respected and exalted. We pray to the Lord.
5. For all the men who have leadership and ministry positions in our faith community. We give thanks for their help and leadership. We pray to the Lord.
6. For those who have suffered tragedy or loss. That they receive consolation in their faith and the help they need. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For our prayer intentions spoken and unspoken. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: Heavenly Father, as we are invited to your feast, may we accept your mercy and generosity and pass it on to those in need. We present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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