Introduction: With great joy, we celebrate our nation’s independence day this weekend and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. As we gather as a community of faith, may we give thanks for the many blessings we have as individuals, as families, and as a nation. We we approach the Lord’s table today with reverence and hope.
Lord Jesus - you give praise to your heavenly Father.
Christ Jesus - you reach out to those who are burdened in life.
Lord Jesus - you are seated at the right hand of the Father.
Priest: Christ invites us to come to him with all that burdens us. In his name, we now offer our prayers with hope and trust:
1. We pray for Pope Leo XIV, Bishop Kopacz, and all the bishops of our Church. May they be strengthened by the Spirit in proclaiming the Gospel to the world. We pray to the Lord.
2. We pray for all religious and governmental leaders. At all levels, may they be led to a realistic collaboration to bring peace to the world. We pray to the Lord.
3. We pray for people struggling with anxiety or stress in their lives, especially those who have suffered abuse of any kind. May we, as members of your church, reach out to all in need to help lighten their burdens. We pray to the Lord.
4. We pray for the sick and the afflicted of our parish. For all who have asked for our prayers. We pray to the Lord. 5. We pray for our country as we celebrate the 4th of July this weekend. We pray to the Lord.
6. For boldness and courage in our lives of discipleship. That we may be faithful in our witness to the Gospel message and dedicated in our service. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: We praise you, O God, for all the ways in which you care for your people. Receive these prayers on behalf of those who seek healing and release from life’s burdens. We ask this through Christ our Lord forever and ever. Amen.
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