Prayers of the faithful for Saturday of the octave of Easter - 11 April 2026

Lord Jesus - You are the resurrection and the life. 

Christ Jesus - You are a light shining in the darkness of the world. 

Lord Jesus - You are the son of God and the son of Mary. 

PRIEST: The presence of the risen Christ fills the world with new life. With joy as we celebrate the octave of Easter, and as we celebrate Mary in a special way this morning, let us present our prayers to God. 

1. That the Church may proclaim Christ’s resurrection to the world in our words and our actions. 

2. That the leaders of the Church may embody the hope of paschal mystery which we celebrate in our liturgy during the Easter season. 

3. That the leaders of the nations of the world lead their people with integrity and respect. We pray for peace throughout the world, especially in the Middle East and Ukraine. 

4. That in the light of Christ's victory over death, all Christians may work together to bring the Gospel message to the world. 

5. For the sick and the afflicted. For healing for all of us in body, mind, and spirit. 

6. For our missionaries, for lay people serving in ministry, and for all who proclaim Christ’s Gospel to the world. 

7. For those prayers we hold in our hearts today.  

PRIEST: God of glory, you know the deepest desires of our hearts. As we celebrate the Resurrection, make us faithful to you in all we do. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.