16 April 2026 - prayers of the faithful for Thursday of the 2nd week of Easter

Lord Jesus - you are the resurrection

Christ Jesus - you bring us new life

Lord Jesus - you bring us hope.

Priest: We present our prayers to our heavenly Father with faith and hope during this 2nd week of the Easter season: 

1. For Leo XIV our Pope, the communion of Bishops, and all the clergy. For their fidelity to the truth of the Gospel revealed in the mercy of Christ. 

2. That all Christians may embrace the corporal and spiritual works of mercy that we are called to in our baptism. 

3. For all people of good will. That the entire human family may recognize our common bond to work for justice and peace and for the good of all peoples. 

4. For all victims of injustice.That they may learn the freedom of mercy and find healing in their brokenness. 

5. For all those enslaved by their past sins or past decisions. That the presence of the risen Christ encourage them to seek his mercy and love. 

6. We pray for the sick, the suffering, and the dying. That they may receive healing and encounter the mystery of their dignity as God's children. 

7. For those prayers we hold in our hearts.

Priest: Heavenly Father, we present these prayers through your son Jesus Christ our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.