New 16 June 2026 - prayers of the faithful for Tuesday of the 11th week in Ordinary time

Lord have mercy - you embody God’s love and mercy. 

Christ have mercy - you forgive the sins of the contrite. 

Lord have mercy - you are seated at the right hand of the Father.

Priest: Knowing that Christ brings us salvation and lead us to eternal life, let us now lift up our prayers to God with joyful hearts: 

1. That we in the universal church may be a community of joy that draws others to the love of Christ.

2. That the leaders of nations: May they work for peace across divisions and promote the dignity of all people. We pray to the Lord. 

3. That those who feel excluded from the church or excluded from society may encounter joy and welcome in communities of faith. 

4. May our ministries and gatherings overflow with the love of our faith. 

5. That our beloved dead may rejoice forever in the risen life of Christ.

6. For the sick and the afflicted. For those struggling with mental health issues, addictions, anxiety, and depression. For healing and wholeness. 

Priest: Gracious God, you fill your people with the joy of the Gospel. Hear our prayers and grant us the grace to share that joy with a world in need. We ask this through Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.