10 May 2026 - prayers of the faithful for the 6th Sunday of Easter

Introduction: We are nearing the end of our celebration of the Easter seasons, as we celebrate the risen Christ in our weekend liturgies in a special ways. We will close out the Easter season in the next two weekends with our celebrations of the Ascension of the Lord and Pentecost. As we reflect on the meaning of Christ’s resurrection and the paschal mysteries, may we always feel the joy of the risen Lord in our hearts. 

Lord Jesus - you call us to a life of discipleship. 

Christ Jesus - you lead us on the path of holiness. 

Lord Jesus - you call us to keep God’s commandments. 

Priest: As you promise to send us the spirit of truth to accompany us on our faith journey, we present our prayers to you today with faith and hope: 

1. That Jesus’ commandment to love one another may motivate ministries of outreach in the Church to those in need. We pray to the Lord. 

2. That we may care for our planet and all its inhabitants with wise stewardship and reverence, recognizing the Creator in all of creation. We pray to the Lord. 

3. As we celebrate May as the Month of Mary, we pray that we united our prayers with Mary’s prayers. May we grow in our devotion to her. We pray to the Lord. 

4. For those who are afflicted and ill in body, mind, or spirit, May the Lord release them from all that holds them down and liberate them in new life in Christ. We pray to the Lord. 

5. For mothers, grandmothers, and great grandmothers. That the Lord may strengthen them and guide them and their families in their lives of faith. We pray to the Lord. 

6. For those who are struggling in different ways on their journey. That the Holy Spirit lead them in the right direction and restore them to wholeness. We pray to the Lord.  

7. For all who have died. For our deceased family members and loved ones. For their entry into eternal life. We pray to the Lord. 

8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. We pray to the Lord. 

Priest: As we continue our journey through the Easter season, may we feel the joy of the risen Lord accompanying us each step of the ways. We make our prayers through your son Jen Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.