17 April 2020 - Prayers of the faithful - Octave of Easter

Lord Jesus, you bring us Easter joy
Christ Jesus - you are the resurrection
Lord Jesus - you are the son of the Father

Introduction: In this most Holy Season, when our Lord Jesus Christ passed from death to life, let us pray to him with confidence for all our needs 
1. for the baptized: that we may walk in the newness of life and live in the glorious freedom of the children of God. 
2. For government leaders: that Christ’s victory over evil may encourage them to work for justice and peace, especially in this time of crisis. 
3. for the sick and the lonely, especially for those suffering from COVID-19: that the risen Lord may enflame their hearts and raise their spirits 
4. for members of this parish: that we may experience the joy of the Lord’s resurrection in our lives in midst of social distancing, working from home, and our children and youth studying from home.  May the resurrected Lord help us in this new reality.  
5. We pray for the faithful departed, for their entry into eternal life. 
Priest: God of mercy, may we who celebrate the resurrection of your Son experience its power in our lives.We ask this through the same Christ, our Lord for ever and ever. Amen.