Mass introduction: Today, as we celebrate the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we continue to hear parables from the Gospel of Matthew. We are reminded this weekend in our readings that God’s patience and mercy far exceed our own. Just as the wheat and the weeds grow together, God allows us time to grow in grace. Let us open our hearts to his word and the working of the Holy Spirit. We welcome our new deacons today, Chris and Hunter, as they celebrate mass as deacons for the first time at our parishes.
Penitential Rite: Preist:
Lord Jesus, you come to our aid in our weakness.
Christ Jesus, you judge with clemency and govern with compassion.
Lord Jesus, you are generous in kindness to all who call upon you.
Prayers of the faithful:
Priest: With mercy, God hears our prayers for ourselves and for the world. We now present our prayers to the Lord:
1. That we, the baptized of the Church, may bear the good fruit of God’s compassion, kindness, and mercy. We pray to the Lord.
2. We pray for the governmental leaders of the world. May those in positions of power lead with justice and clemency. We pray to the Lord.
3. For those who are hungry. May the Lord may provide for their needs through the generosity and mercy of others. We pray to the Lord.
4. That parents plant the mustard seed of faith in their children’s lives and nurture it with their own faithful witness. We pray for the welfare of the children, spouses, and families of the men and women here at CMCF. We pray to the Lord.
5. For those carrying the burden of illness, injury, or disease. May the Spirit of God come to their aid and grant them healing and wholeness. We pray to the Lord.
6. For the lay leaders of our Catholic community Here at CMCF. May the Lord give them wisdom and perseverance. We pray to the Lord.
7. For all who have died, especially our loved ones and family members. For their entry into eternal life. We pray to the Lord.
9. For the prayers we hold in our hearts. For those who have asked us to pray for them. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: Loving Father, you show forth your might power with gentleness and clemency, and you know the hearts of all your holy ones. We present these prayers today through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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