Introduction: Next weekend we celebrate the end of the liturgical year with the commemorate of Christ the King. This weekend, our readings prepare us for this point in the liturgical year, speaking about signs we will see and the end times to come. May we always be prepared for the coming of our savior, whenever he comes.
Priest: Penitential rite:
Lord Jesus - you are the beloved son of the Father.
Christ Jesus - you invite us into eternal life with God.
Lord Jesus - you will come again in Glory.
Priest: On this 33rd Sunday of ordinary time, as we near the end of the liturgical year, we present our prayers to our loving and merciful Father:
1. That we in the Church may offer hope to all the human family, especially support to those who are searching for God. May we reach out to our brothers and sisters here at CMCF who are struggling on their journey, bringing them hope and compassion. We pray to the Lord.
2. That God will strengthen us and sustain us in remaining faithful as disciples in times of trial and distress. We pray for perseverance and courage on our journey. We pray to the Lord.
3. That the ministry and preaching of Pope Leo XIV and the leaders of our Church help the Church to continue her deeds of loving service and to witness to the Gospel until Christ comes in glory. We pray to the Lord.
4. For those who are ill, who are looking for work, or who are grieving the death of a loved one. May they know God’s comforting presence and be strengthened by God’s Spirit. We pray for the Lord.
5. For our children. We pray especially for our family members who are facing struggles, difficult challenges, or crisis. That God will give them strength and courage. That our families may always feel our love and prayers reaching out to them. We pray to the Lord.
6. For families that are divided or in opposition to one another; may they have God's peace touch their hearts and lead them toward reconciliation and healing. We pray for peace and healing for the men and women here at CMCF. We pray to the Lord.
7. For all who are persecuted for their religion or deprived of their rights may find hope in their faith. We pray for the freedom for everyone to practice their religion here at CMCF. We pray to the Lord.
8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts today. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: With perseverance and determination on our journey of faith, with humble hearts, we present these prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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