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If you require the prayer of the faithful for a particular Sunday that is not listed, please email us on Jesus said to his disciples. “You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil. When someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one as well. If anyone wants to go to law with you over your tunic, hand over your cloak as well Mass Readings for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A The Second Reading is from the First Letter of St. Paul to the Corinthians 3. 16-23. As we work our way through the first part of 1st Corinthians, last week we heard Saint Paul tell of the true wisdom of God. This week he again addresses the divisions in the people of God and reminds the Corinthians [and us] who we really belong to The Gospel is taken from St. Matthew [5. 38-48]. The lesson we have to learn from today's gospel hardly needs any emphasizing. We must, if we are truly Christian, forgive those who offend or injure us. We must love all men, whether they be friends or enemies. G. K. Chesterton says . "We are commanded to love our neighbors and our enemies; they are generally the same people. " This is very true for all of us. It is very easy for me to love [in a theoretical way] all Japanese, Chinese, Russians and most Europeans—they never come in contact with me and never tread on my corns. But it is my neighbors, those among whom I live and work, who are liable to injure me and thus become my enemies Charity begins at home, because it is here that it can and should be learned and practiced. It is first and foremost necessary for Christian peace in the home. Husband and wife must learn to understand and tolerate each other's imperfections and faults. If one offends in what the other would regard as something serious, the offended one should not demand an apology but should show forgiveness before the other has humbly to apologize. No two persons in the world, not even identical twins, can agree on all things, so it is vain and unrealistic to expect even one's married partner to agree with one in all points. Christian charity alone can cover the multitude of faults of both partners If there is peace and harmony between husband and wife, as there will be if both are truly charitable, the children will learn too to be understanding and forgiving. Such a home will be a truly happy home even if it has little of the world's riches Our charity must spread from the home to our neighbors–to all those with whom we have contact. It is easy to get on with most people, but in every neighborhood and in every village or town there will always be those who are difficult. There will be the dishonest, the tale-bearers, the quarrelsome, the critic of everyone and everything. It is when we have dealings with such people that all our Christian charity is necessary. Most likely we will never be able to change their ways of acting, but charity will enable us to tolerate their faults and will move us to pray for their eternal welfare Life for many, if not for most people, has many dark, gloomy and despairing moments. The man or woman who is moved by true Christian charity can bring a beam of sunshine, a ray of hope, into the lives of these people. Fr. Faber in a booklet on kindness has a poem which we could all learn and practice with great profit for ourselves and for a neighbor in need of kindness. He says For the Church. May we be reconcilers and peacemakers, extending ourselves in passionate care and empathy to the alienated, the unloved and the wounded — offering hope to those who are overwhelmed We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the grace of “tough love. ” May we provide truthful direction to people who are hurting themselves or others. May we be open to those who confront us with honesty and strong enough to mend our ways We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May we have the courage to forgive those who have hurt us and the strength to rebuild relationships. Keep us aware of the many unconscious ways we promote racism and exercise prejudice. Open our minds and our hearts We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who suffer through violence, war and natural disaster. For all who are sick, dying or grieving. For all who are addicted, depressed or afraid. Give them hope, healing and peace We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the intentions we hold deep in our silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF SEPT. 3, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For Pope Francis and the Church. Strengthen us in mind, heart and spirit that we may follow Christ with faith and conviction. May Christian values hold our world together We ask. Receiver our prayer, O God Give us hearts of compassion that we may understand the needs of those who are devastated, homeless, addicted or depressed. May we extend welcome and support to those who seek safety, help and encouragement We ask. Receiver our prayer, O God For an end to war, violence, racism and prejudice. May we grow to understand the dignity of all human life We ask. Receiver our prayer, O God For administrators, teachers and students in colleges, high schools and elementary schools. May wisdom and clarity guide their decisions. May safety be upheld and may this be a year of growth and discernment for them We ask. Receiver our prayer, O God For our nation and for its workers. May our citizens honor those who labor. May our workplaces bring dignity and meaning to our lives and help restore the common good We ask. Receiver our prayer, O God Renew the hearts of all who are discouraged — the sick, dying or grieving. And for the needs we hold in our silence … We ask. Receiver our prayer, O God WEEK OF AUG. 27, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For Pope Francis, successor to St. Peter. May his vision be guided by God’s Spirit to promote love and unity in the Church and in the world We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who exercise authority in religion, society or government. May they use their power to promote justice, to end all forms of violence and hatred, and to advance the common good We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For college students, teachers and administrators beginning a new academic year. May this be a time of safety for them. May their growth be filled with wise decisions and good choices We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For peace in our world. May leaders of nations have the courage to seek what is good for the poor and the forgotten. For an end to all racism, prejudice and war. For a deeper respect for the dignity of all life. May all countries open their hearts and borders to those who seek safety and refuge We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who are addicted, depressed or lonely. For the needs of the sick, the dying and the grieving. May hope prevail We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For our personal needs, and for the needs of those we call to mind in our silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF AUG. 20, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For the Church. May we be signs of God’s mercy, welcome and compassion to all who have been maligned, hurt or abused. Strengthen our efforts to end prejudice, injustice, the rejection of immigrants and all violence We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the governments of every nation. May they provide intelligent and wise leadership that the poor and marginalized may have hope. May all people grow in empathy and compassion. We ask. Receive our prayer, O God Free us from every bias, from our impulse to condemn others. Open our hearts to the blessings others offer us. Bless our efforts to create a peaceful world We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who live in fear. For people who are alone or afraid. For those who have become disabled physically or psychologically. For victims of addiction or depression. May they find hope and opportunity We ask. Receive our prayer, O God Strengthen our faith Make us persistent in our desire for healing. Bless our beloved sick, dying and grieving. And hear the prayers we hold in silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF AUG. 13, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For the Church all over the world. May we trust God during our times of growth and suffering, know Divine Presence in the storm we encounter and find security in our faith We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For a deeper trust that God’s hand is always shaping our world, calling us to find ways to end injustice and racism, alleviate hunger and oppression, cease all types of violence against creation and God’s children, and to discover the blessings of peace We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May we find ways to surrender our own anxieties and fears, to depend on the strength of our faith, and to confidently place all within God’s hands We ask. Receive our prayer, O God Strengthen all who are separated from their loved ones — members of the military, missionaries, prisoners, immigrants who leave their homes and loved ones, all who struggle with loneliness We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For those who endure poverty, starvation and disease. May leaders of government bring compassion and safety to all who live in fear and need We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who experience violence or abuse. For those who suffer through illness, addiction or grief. And for the needs we place before God in our silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF AUG. 6, 2023 Please respond. Receive our prayer, O God For the Church. Transform us by listening to Your Word and by sharing in the Eucharist so we can radiate your glory throughout our lives We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the world leaders. May the health and welfare of all people be sustained and all efforts toward peace may be renewed, supported and accomplished We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who lack self-esteem who doubt their worth or who live in paranoia or fear. May they find affirmation and know their value and dignity as people created in God’s divine image We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who suffer because of poverty, injustice, violence or war. For people bound by illness, grief or addiction. May help and healing be made available to them We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the prayers we offer in silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JULY 30, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For Pope Francis and the Church. Give us wisdom to perceive God’s Kingdom and to find ways to uncover the treasures you offer us We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who are searching search for fullness. For all who wander without direction. For all who separate themselves from God’s mercy and love. Bring them home, open up possibilities that they may find meaning for their lives We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the grace to surrender, the strength to endure transition, and the openness to receive what you offer us We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For parents, teachers, political leaders and judges. May they make decisions with wisdom and understanding, guiding those in their care with compassion We ask. Receive our prayer, O God Strengthen all who suffer in our world — immigrants; victims of prejudice; the war-torn, those who are poor, powerless, addicted, sick, dying or grieving We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the intentions our hearts hold in silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JULY 23, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For the Church. May we allow God’s power and wisdom to work in our minds and our hearts that we may bring forth a rich harvest of justice and kindness in our world We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the grace of patience. May we learn to defer judgment, become reflective and prayerful and await insight from God that we may make better choices in our daily living; We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May we be a leaven of compassion and hospitality in our society, opening our minds and our hearts to those who have been disregarded, cut off, judged and condemned We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For healing within the church, our nation and our world. For an end to poverty, war and racism, injustice, political manipulation and world hunger that all people may grow in blessing We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For all who are sick, dying and grieving. For those who are addicted, alone or afraid; and for the intentions we hold in our silence … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JULY 16, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For the Church. May we spread seeds of hope and joy with great generosity and abandon that more people may know God’s compassion and love We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For a greater respect for the Earth. May we strive to keep our air, land and water clean so that all may be able to live, breathe and grow We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May we courageously share our faith and its traditions with the young and with those who are un-churched. And may our efforts plant seeds within them for the foundation of a solid faith We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May God’s love and healing sustain all who are sick, afraid, addicted or grieving. May the dying know the comfort of God’s peace We ask. Receive our prayer, O God As we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel this week, may this be a time of prayer and memories for us. We are thankful for the great legacy of faith given to us by our ancestors, priests and nuns who served us, and all who still work and contribute to sustain our parish family We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the prayers we offer in silence. We remember the needs of our country and the world, for healing in our struggles with violence, racism, war and immigration We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JULY 9, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God Inspire Pope Francis, Bishop Lucia and all church leadership with vision, that all people may know the gentle love, compassion and forgiveness of Jesus We ask. Receive our prayer, O God Hold those who are burdened by life — the sick and dying, all who struggle with finances and job loss, anyone dealing with trauma or addiction. Bring healing, hope and renewal We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May we embrace the grace to be childlike, surrendering our attempts to control others through manipulation, power or status We ask. Receive our prayer, O God We pray for a deeper consciousness of the damage caused by systemic racism and the unwelcoming of immigrants seeking refuge. May we be humble and open disciples of Jesus We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the gift of peace. Transform those filled with anger, jealousy and judgment. Comfort the grieving, and hear the prayers we hold closely in our hearts … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JULY 2, 2023 Response. Lord, receive our prayer For the grace of openness. May prophetic leadership within the Church uncover ways to understand, nourish and celebrate our faith with vibrancy and joy We ask. Lord, receive our prayer For the grace of hospitality. As a church and as a nation, may we welcome immigrants and refugees and receive them with generous love We ask. Lord, receive our prayer For the grace of surrender. May we be willing to surrender all that impedes us from following Christ more closely — power, pride, or possessions We ask. Lord, receive our prayer For the grace of blessing on our nation and our world. May God guide us to eradicate all forms of systemic racism, prejudice, violence and addiction, and to heal suffering throughout the world We ask. Lord, receive our prayer For the grace of compassion. May we tenderly care for those who are sick and those who grieve. May we hold those who have died in our hearts, our memories and our prayer. And may God hear the intentions we offer in silence … We ask. Lord, receive our prayer WEEK OF JUNE 25, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For Pope Francis and the Church. May we continue to bring hope to the world with the confident assurance of God’s abiding love — now and always We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For national and world leaders. For bishops and church leadership. Open their hearts and minds to those who speak with faith and vision We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For confidence. May we speak the truth that the Spirit has planted within us, unafraid of rejection or ridicule We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For an end to systemic racism and prejudice. May we recognize and embrace the dignity of each individual as brother and sister, and child of God We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For blessings upon Father Jim who assumes his new role as pastor of two faith communities. May he be blest with discernment and affimation We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For our personal needs. For patience in our trials. For all who suffer with addiction, sickness and grief. May those who face death know God’s peace We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JUNE 18, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God May the church welcome all who are lost, misguided or abandoned into God’s all-embracing love We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May leaders and nations work harder to uphold the dignity of all people, making inroads to end violence, war, discrimination, hunger, poverty and injustice We ask. Receive our prayer, O God Let us pray for Pope Francis, whose vision embraces the entire world. Let us pray that he be accorded respect and honor that his voice can breathe life into the church and bring healing to all parts of the world We ask. Receive our prayer, O God May the sick, addicted, dying and grieving know God’s tenderness through the care of those who love and support them We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For our fathers, living and deceased. For grandfathers, stepfathers, godfathers and all men who devote energy and strength toward the direction, care and welfare of others We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the prayers we offer silently … We ask. Receive our prayer, O God WEEK OF JUNE 11, 2023 Response. Receive our prayer, O God For the Church. Inspire us to live as a Eucharistic people, giving ourselves generously to serve others so that all may have a fuller life We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For our pastor, Father Jim, all priests and bishops, and for all who exercise priestly ministry. Renew their vision and strengthen them and draw them closer to your people We ask. Receive our prayer, O God For the hungry and the poor of our world. For immigrants seeking refuge, safety and peace. Open our hearts to find ways to sustain their lives and to work for justice We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
The First Reading is taken from the Book of Leviticus 19. 1-2. 17-18. Today, we hear one of the rules of conduct which are set out in chapter 19; that of love of neighbor. Other rules included reverence for parents, observance of the Sabbath, avoidance of idolatry, upon harvesting leaving some of the grain in the fields for the poor, and the practice of justice and charity in social dealings
For the gift of peace in our world. Heal our divisions. Enlighten our dialogue to encourage unity nad to end all forms of violence, greed and prejudice
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Bring comfort and healing to those who suffer through illness, addiction and grief. Bring understanding and peace to the dying. Hear the prayers we hold in silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF JUNE 4, 2023
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For the Church. May we proclaim your great love and be signs of your creative, healing and life-giving energy in the world
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the world. May we appreciate and delight in your gift of nature, behold your handiwork in all created people and things, and give positive energy to conserve creation’s beauty for our children and their future
We ask. Receive our prayer, O G od
For our human family. Kindle deep within us a desire for truth. Help us renew and heal broken relationships and strengthen our commitment to non-violence
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Heal the sick, the addicted and the grieving. Comfort the dying. Sustain all who suffer because of hunger, poverty or violence. Bring peace to people who are alienated, afraid and alone. Open hearts to welcome and shelter immigrants and refugees
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the intentions we make in our silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF MAY 28, 2023
Response. Come to us, Spirit of God
Spirit of Unity and Forgiveness. Destroy the divisions that separate our human family wherever we are broken — in the church, the nation or the world. Help us work and live together in harmony
We ask. Come to us, Spirit of God
Spirit of Love and Discernment. Help us place our time, energy and gifts at the service of others, Carrying their burdens and honoring God’s presence in all people
We ask. Come to us, Spirit of God
Spirit of Truth and Reverence. Encourage a more profound study and discovery of our tradition, of wisdom, the arts and science that we may fully embrace the wonder of life
We ask. Come to us, Spirit of God
Spirit of Hope and Healing. Renew all who are overwhelmed by their struggles — those who are discourage, in pain or grief. Gi ve them reasons to believe
We ask. Come to us, Spirit of God
Spirit of Justice and Peace. Uplift the needy, abused and exploited; those who are oppressed or victimized by addiction, poverty or war. Offer them new beginnings and grace their lives
We ask. Come to us, Spirit of God
For the prayers we offer in silence …
We ask. Come to us, Spirit of God
WEEK OF MAY 21, 2O23
Response. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the grace of discipleship. May the Church be formed and reformed through prayer, hope and steadfast attention to God’s word
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For all who suffer and for all who wait. Give them patience to endure their struggles. For those who confront illness and disease. For cancer survivors and all who know the power of waiting with hope
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For all who face the future with fear or apprehension. Grant them courage and peace to remain faithful and strong
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
Inspire us to pray with thanksgiving confident that our prayer will bring us peace and that we can become a blessing to others
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For peace, and a de-escalation of tension in our world. Inspire world and local leaders to seek peaceful resolutions nd to act in wisdom and in truth
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
And for the needs we hold in silence … We remember all who are sick, dying, addicted or grieving
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
WEEK OF MAY 14, 2023
Response. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the Church. May your Spirit help us reimagine how to proclaim the Gospel today and how to reshape our communities and our worship with safety, prayerfulness and celebration
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the world. May we recognize your presence in the beauty of creation, in the choices we make to care for our Earth, in the relationships we build and nurture
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
May we have a more loving spirit with others — thinking, speaking and acting with gentle reverence — embracing the sacredness of every person and our enemies with kindness
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
Inspire world leaders and government workers to act justly, to promote goodness, and to speak in truth. Grant them insight to help restore and preserve peace
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
We pray in thanksgiving for the gift of our mothers and for all those who have shown us a mother’s love. We remember our deceased mothers. May all who nurtured us so lovingly know our love and find blessing with God
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For our beloved sick, dying and grieving. For those who are addicted, afraid or overwhelmed. And for the personal needs we hold in silence …
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
WEEK OF MAY 7, 2023
Response. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For the Church. May we be “living stones” working together to provide a cornerstone of faith and hope for our ever-changing world
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For all who suffer — the poor, hungry, war torn and forgotten; Immigrants and those who homeless; those who are prisoners of addiction and all who are afraid. May we find ways to provide healing and hope
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For all who graduate from colleges over these weeks. Open pathways and opportunities for them during their time of searching for new life
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
Inspire vision in the decisions of world leaders that all people may willingly share in the gifts of our earth
And live more fully with love and peace…we ask
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For the intentions that we hold in silence … For those who are sick, addicted or dealing with grief
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
WEEK OF APRIL 30, 2023
Response. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For the Church and all who minister. May we lead, inspire others to develop and celebrate our faith
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For the grace of openness. May we walk on pathways of gentleness and forgiveness supporting others with kindness and love
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For national and world leaders. Give them the heart of a shepherd. May they lead with wisdom and discernment, caring tenderly for those entrusted to them, especially the poor and the marginalized
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For all who work to restore life and bring healing. For medical personnel, counselors, social workers and chaplains. Strengthen their dedication and expertise
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For all who are ill or broken in spirit. For those who are alone or in nursing homes. For all who suffer with pain or addiction. Bring them hope and healing
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For our parish first communion class as they celebrate the beauty of Eucharist this weekend. May they be blest with steadfast faith
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For the intentions that remain in the silence of our hearts
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
WEEK OF APRIL 23, 2023
Response. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the Church. Open our eyes to your constant presence in our lives. Walk with us and help us find the direction we seek
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the world. Bring life, healing, and hope to all in need. Bring clarity to our confusion. Inspire leaders with discernment and wisdom. May all people grow in sensitivity and openness
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For those who journey — missionaries, immigrants, members of the military. Protect and lead them in safety
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
Nurture a longing within us for the Eucharist. A love for our parish community, a commitment to celebrate our faith together, a peace that comes from our sharing
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the sick, the dying. The grieving, depressed, lonely and addicted. Grant them hope and peace. And for what we ask in silence …
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
WEEK OF APRIL 16, 2023
Response. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For the Church. May we embrace those who struggle with faith, those who are confused, those who believe they are too rational for faith, those who cannot find direction for their lives. May we be channels for them to open their hearts
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For our world. May we be better instruments of peace and forgiveness, reconciling enemies, conquering prejudice and abandoning judgment so we can rediscover the power of love
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
Bring hope and healing to all who are in need — the poor, the homeless, the homebound and the immigrant; those who suffer because of illness, loneliness or isolation; those held captive by fear. May all know the miracle of your grace
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
Free those bound by sin, addiction or despair. May they find new freedom, love and mercy
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
For all who grieve, and for the prayers we hold in our silence …
We ask. Risen Lord, hear our prayer
WEEK OF APRIL 9, 2023
Response. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
We pray for Pope Francis and the Church. May our journey together be touched by the radiant light of Christ, inspired by our confident faith and filled with resurrection joy
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For a renewed vision of who we are within the Church and in the world. May the suffering of our world fill and unite us with empathy and compassion. May we bring hope to those who live in despair — the poor, the hungry, those displaced by war, the abused, the persecuted and the forgotten
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For an end to all prejudice, persecution and violence. May all people grow in reverence toward others, honoring the gifts of every race, creed and culture, and working together to bring peace everywhere
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
May Easter inspire a new era — where truth opens the way to peace, where welcome is offered at every border, where listening bridges divisions, where love and understanding fill all emptiness
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
For the many needs we hold in our hearts … for those who are sick, addicted, dying and grieving. For our beloved deceased whose memories we cherish. And for loved ones separated from us today
We ask. Risen Lord, receive our prayer
WEEK OF APRIL 2, 2023
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
Inspire Pope Francis and the entire Church. Give us renewed vision and strong direction. May the experiences of Holy Week all over the world inspire optimism, goodness, generosity and caring
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Give us the courage to empty ourselves, to gratefully surrender our lives into God’s hands, to give up anxieties and worries, and to embrace suffering with understanding
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who carry the crosses of life — the poor, hungry and homelests; hose who are lonely, who experience stress and conflict; the persecuted, unjustly accused, abused, forgotten, sick or addicted
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May governments and people of every nation welcome immigrants, reject violence, resolve conflict peacefully, seek answers to the climate crisis, and discover ways to foster truth, reconciliation and healing
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For peace and an end to violence in every corner of our world. May the sacred events we recall this week inspire our world and fill us with hope
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all the prayers we hold in silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF MARCH 26, 2023
Third Scrutiny. Deliverance from cosmic, universal evil
As Lazarus was raised from the dead, we hope that this journey of Lent will free us from sin and evil and bring us new life
God is power God is might. God will triumph over sin
- When the dignity of humanity is threated. When people are victimized by discrimination. When indifference answers the cry of the poor
- Wherever people are threatened by war. Wherever prisoners are tortured and humiliated. Wherever people are not free to practice their faith. Where the spirit of the powerless is stifled and crushed
- From the ungrateful depletion of our atmosphere. From our failure to save energy and resources. From our exploitation of the natural wonders of creation
Deliver Us, O Lord
May peace and harmony reign in our world. May love and dignity prevail in our time. May all creation live in unity and harmony. Free us from any falsehood and evil and create in all of us a clean heart, a renewed vision a deepened sense of your indwelling holiness
WEEK OF MARCH 19, 2023
Second Scrutiny. Deliverance from institutional evil
This week of Lent calls us to reflect upon our true identity as followers of Christ. Like the man born blind, we pray that obstacles to our vision and direction be removed
God is power God is might. God will triumph over sin
- When we are blind to the needs of others … When we disregard the rights of our children … When we degrade others because of class, creed, race or lifestyle … When we ignore the wisdom and dignity of the elderly
- Whenever we silence our prophets and our visionaries … Whenever there is violence in our homes, schools and cities … Whenever we betray our principles and our faith … Whenever we are unfair in church, or in the workplace
- When we mismanage or deceive others to seek our own gain … When we abuse time and corrupt our political systems …When we take advantage of those who are institutionalized … Whenever we exult evil in any way … Whenever we deny the holiness of other people
Deliver Us O Lord
May the power of your word change our lives and invigorate our spirit. Free us from any falsehood and evil. Give us a clean heart, renewed vision, a deepened sense of your indwelling holiness
WEEK OF MARCH 12, 2023
First Scrutiny. Deliverance from personal evil
We reflect on our intimacy with Jesus and upon those things that keep us from enjoying a fuller life
God is power God is might; God will triumph over sin
- When fear or hatred imprisons us. When greed and selfishness divide us. When we choose to ignore those who are in need. When we destroy reputations by malicious words
- When we manipulate others to maintain control. When the attraction to wealth or power overtakes us. When we hold on to revenge and hesitate to forgive. When we feel alone and forgotten
- When we are weak in confronting our addictions. When jealousy, envy or arrogance enslave us. When we harden our hearts and close our minds. When we turn away from you and all that is life-giving
Deliver Us O Lord
May the power of your word change our lives and invigorate our spirit. Free us from any falsehood and evil. Give us a clean heart, renewed vision, a deepened sense of your indwelling holiness
WEEK OF MARCH 5, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For Pope Francis and the Church. May we be willing to follow Christ in new and dynamic ways and with fuller vision that we may discover a deeper holiness
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Give the blessings of courage to all who face crisis, depression, illness or addiction. Transform them with grace. May this season of Lent offer them new beginnings
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For a deeper realization of the sacredness of humanity. May we find ways to end poverty, hunger, discrimination and violence. As descendants of Abraham, may all Christians, Muslims and Jews welcome, honor and embrace each other
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the gifts of peace and healing. Ease the many tensions that threaten our world. Deliver us from all that threatens life
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Inspire all those who prepare for Easter sacraments and bless all people who are on a spiritual journey
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For our personal needs, and for the needs of our beloved sick, dying and grieving
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF FEB. 26, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For Pope Francis and the Church throughout the world. May this time of Lent bring us clarity and renewal. May God bless the progress of our Worldwide Synod that we may listen to and welcome back all who have been abandoned or hurt by the church
We ask. Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For world leaders. May they help us restore a proper balance with all creation by promoting life, dignity, compassion, empathy and safety for all who suffer through poverty, violence and war
We ask. Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For all who struggle with depression, anxiety or addictions to drugs, alcohol, gambling, technology or pornography. May we find ways and funding to develop better treatments that can encourage deeper healing
We ask. Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the grace of conversion as we journey through Lent. May your Spirit lead us to confront the demons in our lives with a strong faith that we may find a deeper holiness in our lives
We ask. Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For those preparing for sacraments in our parish. For RCIA candidates, engaged couples, expectant parents, First Communion and Confirmation classes. May the time of Lent draw them closer to you
We ask. Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For our own intentions that we hold in silence. And for the needs of our beloved sick, dying and grieving …
We ask. Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF FEB. 19, 2022
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Strengthen Pope Francis and fill our Church with courage that we may we learn how to listen, love, accept and forgive without condition or expectation
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Give us wisdom that opens our hearts — wisdom that helps us recognize and respond to the needs of others; wisdom that helps us welcome refugees and immigrants
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For government leaders in every nation. May they establish structures that promote life, peace, justice, dignity, and safety for all
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
May we be drawn into a fuller relationship with Christ that we may see an increase in religious vocations, a deeper cooperation and faith in the world wide Synod, and a growth in compassion from all Church ministries
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For those victimized by poverty, war, injustice, addiction or abuse. For all who struggle from natural disaster or pandemics. May they find hope, care, safety and health
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
May the coming season of Lent bring blessing, wisdom and discernment to our diocese and to our parish, and to each of us
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For all who are sick, dying or grieving, and for all who seek and need our prayer …
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF FEB. 12, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Bless Pope Francis and the Church. May we grow in our understanding of the law that we may be a holy people and a loving Church
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the gift of courage in our world. Empower us to make life-giving decisions — choices that can us bring happiness and that inspire peace and joy to the world
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For all who suffer because of poverty, violence, addiction or abuse. For immigrants who seek safety and refuge. May we open to welcoming all who are in pain and find ways to alleviate their suffering
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For married and engaged couples. For those who have lost a spouse because of death, separation or divorce. For those who lead single or celibate lives. May all people be channels of love for others
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For peace in our world, and for healing with the problems and concerns that we face in our personal lives. For our beloved sick, dying and grieving
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF FEB. 5, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For insight and direction within the Church. May we be communities of flavorful salt and piercing light, healing, serving and transforming our parishes, neighborhoods, cities and world
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Inspire preachers, poets and prophets, artists, writers and thinkers who awaken us to the needs of others. May they help us find direction, be a moral compass and stir our desire to work for justice and the common good
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For ministers, leaders, workers and volunteers who face burnout or apathy. Restore their spirits and energize their creativity that their work may continue to lead and inspire
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
We pray for those who live or work in dangerous places — diplomats, journalists, health workers, missionaries, members of the military, victims of war, those who are imprisoned or tortured. May they have protection, guidance and healing
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
May there be peace in our world. May we be open to welcoming immigrants and to provide refuge and safety for their families. We pray for all people who are addicted, alone, sick, dying grieving
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the prayers we offer in silence …
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF JAN. 29, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
As a Church, may we be poor in spirit — unassuming, humble and giving — making God the center of our lives
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
May our world hunger for righteousness, working to support and help the abused, the imprisoned and all who suffer any kind of discrimination
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Strengthen our efforts to be peacemakers, to promote dialogue, understanding and reconciliation within families, and among nations, races and cultures
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Bless our occasions to show mercy and compassion — to care for the addicted, the sick, the immigrant and the elderly
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Comfort those who grieve and mourn their loved ones. May they know the concern and support of others
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
Bring hope to all who suffer for the sake of faith — those who live in places hostile to Christians, those imprisoned or silenced because of the Gospel
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the needs of that we hold in silence …
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF JAN. 22, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the Church. May we have the freedom to leave everything behind, including our ego and judgment, that we may selflessly follow the call of Jesus, serving others as a loving community
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For a spirit of hope in our world. May those who find themselves in darkness, depression or addiction ne awakened by a renewed awareness of God’s Word
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the unity of all Christians. May we join together to manifest God’s love and presence in every part of our world
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For blessings upon world leaders. Give them the wisdom to work for peace and unity, and to develop policies for the common good
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For all discerning a call to ministry in the Church. May those called to priesthood, religious life or lay ministry answer with pure and selfless motivation
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For a deeper respect for every stage of human life from conception to death. May we find the blessing of every stage of life. infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old age
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For our beloved sick, dying and grieving, and for the prayers we offer in silence
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF JAN. 15, 2023
Response. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For the Church. May we allow divine grace to work in us and form us into the people of God
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For all the disciples of Christ. May we be a light to the nations, united as a single beacon illuminating the way for those who seek deeper meaning
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
As we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. , we pray for an end to all kinds of prejudice against others. May we teach our children to know the dignity of all people
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
We pray for blessings upon those places in our world where poverty and violence compromise the dignity of human life. We pray for the courage to speak and work for justice and for a deeper generosity to share our gifts
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For a solid respect for human life. May we find ways to alleviate the suffering of those who live with anxiety, depression or addiction
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
For our own intentions. May our beloved sick, dying, and grieving find comfort. And for the needs of our families and friends …
We ask. Lord, hear your people’s prayer
WEEK OF JAN. 8, 2023
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
Bless the Church with wisdom and understanding. Give us a mature faith. May those who are hurt, angry or abused find healing. Those who feel inferior or afraid find welcome. May our young and those searching have their spiritual hungers fed with understanding
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Bless world leaders with honesty and compassion that we may stop hateful violence caused by prejudice. We pray for an end to racial intolerance and anti-Semitism. May we embrace the truth that all people are God’s children
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May this be a year of blessing and grace for the needy. May the poor find dignity; the hungry be fed, the hurting be strengthened, the angry find forgiveness. May migrants and refugees be welcomed, respected and allowed to establish new lives for their families. May medical research and the cooperation of all people bring all pandemics to a swift end
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Bless Father Jim and our parish family. May this be a year of grace and growth for us. May our faith deepen and shape our experience. May our journey together be directed by vision and dreams. For blessings upon all members of our parish and any who come to worship here from other faiths or cultures
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Sustain all who are in need — the sick and dying; those experiencing grief, depression and addiction; and for all who need our prayer …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF JAN. 1, 2023
Response. Lord, hear our prayer
For the Church. May this year bring us insight and wisdom. May we join together with Pope Francis in all of his efforts and prayers to unify our world
We ask. Lord, hear our prayer
For all who are suffering — the hungry and the homeless; those who suffer through violence; all who are sick, addicted, depressed or afraid; for immigrants who seek a new life. Sustain their spirits and strengthen their hope
We ask. Lord, hear our prayer
Give us grace to forge new beginnings in any of our broken relationships. Free us from all that has bound us in the past. Give us energy to live more fully in happiness, love and service to others
We ask. Lord, hear our prayer
Bless our world with peace. Inspire government leaders to heal divisions, to end bloodshed and to protect the least among us
We ask. Lord, hear our prayer
For Father Jim and for our parish community. May this be a year of grace and blessing for us
We ask. Lord, hear our prayer
For safety and an end to this pandemic. Hear the prayers and intentions we hold in our silence …
We ask. Lord, hear our prayer
WEEK OF DEC. 25, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For Pope Francis and the Church all over the world. May we all proclaim the joyful message of God’s angels with confident faith. Christ is here among us, showing us the way to healing, leading us on the road toward peace
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the human family in every land. May we be instruments of reconciliation and welcome. May we find lasting ways to end any anger, hurt or hatred that divides us. May we embrace a deep reverence for all people, for the planet we share and for these moments of time in which we live
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For those who find Christmas difficult — victims of war and human trafficking; prisoners, refugees and mmigrants; the sick, dying and grieving; those who are alone or who cling to a time that has passed. For people suffering with addiction, dementia or disease. For those who struggling in broken relationships. May they find healing, comfort and peace
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May this time of Christmas fill everyone with hope. May world leaders embrace a vision that unites people, celebrates life, encourages a blossoming of justice, and heralds a promise of peace
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For our beloved deceased family members and friends. For every person we tenderly cherish and love. And for the intentions that remain silent in our hearts …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF DEC. 18, 2022
Response. Come, Lord Jesus
For wisdom in the Church. May we find ways to follow God’s Spirit and open wide the doors of faith to those who are lost, searching, or angry
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For peace in our world. May we find ways to alleviate the burdens of the poor and all who suffer. May all people recognize the urgent need for peace in so many parts of our world
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For all who are waiting. parents expecting birth or adoption, families welcoming loved ones back home, members of the military or any who are away from family and friends, immigrants who seek welcome. May all find peace and joy
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For blessings upon young people. May optimism fill their minds that they may dream of a better world and have courage and strength to follow their visions
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For those who are sick, dying or grieving. For the addicted and the depressed. May they be touched by tender care and embrace new hope
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For the needs we hold in our silence …
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
WEEK OF DEC. 11, 2022
Response. Come, Lord Jesus
For the Church and for the world. May this season of Advent intensify our deepest longings to bring wholeness, vitality, dignity and joy to the church and to the world
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
May we be grateful for our relationships. May this season help us recognize the love we share with others — spouses, family members, friends and all who are significant in our lives
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For all who struggle with doubt about Jesus or the Church. Open hearts and minds to the marvels and miracles that abound daily in our world and around us
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For those who are ill, disabled, addicted, imprisoned, suffering or depressed. For immigrants, and those who struggle through war. May the God of Advent bring comfort, hope and peace
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For peace, justice and healing in our nation and our world. For attention given to educating our young people in faith, morality, ethics and civility. That their efforts may help create a better world. And for the prayers we offer in our silence …
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
WEEK OF DEC. 4, 2022
Response. Come, Lord Jesus
For renewal in the Church. May the Spirit grant wisdom, strength and understanding so we can know what it means to be children of the light and honor the dignity of every person
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For a deeper sense of justice on Earth. May we work aggressively and with vision to establish God’s order in the world, to sow seeds of kindness and compassion, to work against corruption, violence and injustice
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For prophets in our day who call us to face the truth, live the truth and speak the truth. May they be strengthened and not silenced. May we be encouraged by their message and inspired by their witness
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For healing and forgiveness where people are hurt or divided. For openness and welcome wherever immigrants suffer. For freedom for those oppressed by addiction. For our beloved sick, dying and grieving. May they find wholeness, acceptance and peace
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For the prayers we hold in our silence …
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
WEEK OF NOV. 27, 2022
Response. Come, Lord Jesus
For the Church. In the midst of darkness, selfishness and greed hat covers much of Earth, may we live as children of light, nearers of God’s love, patience and compassion
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For the world. Open the hearts of our human family. Change our swords, guns, bombs and weapons for war into plowshares and resources for peace and human development
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For all who await God’s blessings. Those who are pregnant, engaged to be married, those separated from family or homeland, prisoners, immigrants, all who suffer from alienation, addiction or illness, those who face death
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
During this season of hope and expectation, may we find time for reflection and silence. Prepare our hearts for a deeper awareness of Christ’s presence in our lives
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
For those who find this season difficult, and for the many needs we hold in our silence …
We ask. Come, Lord Jesus
WEEK OF NOV. 20, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For Pope Francis and the Church. May we bring healing, forgiveness and reconciliation to those who have been alienated or marginalized
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who exercise authority over others. May they use wisely the power of the offices entrusted to them, leading and serving with honesty, integrity and compassion
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For those who struggle with life’s demands — the poor, the homebound, the immigrant, those with mental illness or suffering with addiction. May they be supported and helped by the love of others
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who will be travelling this week. May they do so safely. And may the coming holidays be times of celebration and joy for families and friends
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For those who are sick, dying or grieving. For those who we need to forgive and who seek forgiveness. May faith and love be our guide and support through difficult times
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For what we hold in our silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF NOV. 13, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
May the Church offer hope and vision to the human family during our times of depression, confusion and chaos
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May we deeply trust that God is with us always and will never abandon us
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May our nation find healing during these times of division. Guide us toward clarity and truth. Give us a deep wisdom that will lead us to build bridges of understanding
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who suffer in any way. For the impoverished and the hungry. For the victimized, the persecuted and the addicted. For those who seek refuge and safety and who cannot find welcome in a new home
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May we strengthen and nurture our faith so that it can sustain us during our times of fear and guide us when we despair
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who are afraid. For those who are sick or facing the prospect of death. For those who grieve and for all who lack hope. We lift our prayers and our own unspoken needs to God …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF NOV. 6, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
May we, the Church be a faithful witness of your love and a sign of resurrection and new life. May we open the hearts of those in doubt, depression and despair
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who grieve. May counseling and faith provide strength for them to continue in loving relationships
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Strengthen the faith of those who are afraid of dying. May they find confidence, consolation and healing
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May all people know how deeply our beloved deceased live on with us — in our memories, in our hearts and in the communion of saints That gathers with us every time we celebrate our faith
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For peace in our nation and in our world. For blessings upon all newly elected leaders. May they govern with kindness and justice upholding the rights of all people and the common good-
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all veterans and for agencies and people who support them. We give thanks for their service and their dedication
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For our personal prayers — and for the needs of those who are ill, addicted or grieving …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF OCT. 30, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For the Church. May we extend your love to all who are on the fringes of society, welcoming them to find friendship within the Christian community
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For those who have grown wealthy in dishonest or unfair ways. May we usher in and embrace a new culture in which no one uses others for their own benefit
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Guide all who are lost — young people without direction or who are addicted, older people who have memory loss, are lonely or disabled; all who are estranged from families; and immigrants who seek peace and safety
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For so many trouble spots in our world. May we break the cycles of violence and establish governments that protect the victimized and accord dignity to all people. For peace in all parts of our world. Calm our unrest and make us instruments of mercy
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Bless all who are sick, dying and grieving, and hear the prayers we hold in our silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF OCT. 23, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For the Church. May we learn to pray with honesty and humility, listening to God’s prayer to us, open to experiencing the great depth of God’s mercy and love
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For our world. May there be an end to every form of tyranny. May the powerless be exalted and the powerful feel genuine compassion and offer generous help to those who are burdened and in need
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
May we know the grace of humility, abandoning our pride and pretensions, and honestly recognizing the limits of our own strength and power
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For those who are prisoners of their own self-righteousness and egos. Free their hearts and break down the walls of their prejudice. May they know the dignity of each person and discover new dimensions of faith
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the needs of immigrant families, widows and orphans. For all who live on the margins of society. For our beloved sick, addicted, dying and grieving. And for all that we seek and hold in silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF OCT. 16, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For perseverance in the Church. May we work and pray consistently for peace and justice in every land. We pray for an intentional inclusion of women in the Church to help form our pathways and directions
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who have no voice or standing in society. For those who face injustice and indignity at every moment. May they be a persistent presence in the consciences of the righteous and the satisfied
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For judges, attorneys, politicians and government leaders. Guide and inspire their work so that justice is served, so that those who are hurt and hopeless are assisted, so that the war-torn may be aided and immigrant families be welcomed and healed
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For growth in our own personal prayer. May we learn to move beyond rote and repeated prayer and discover how deep and sincere prayer is the only way to know God’s vision
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For anyone who feels crushed by life’s pressures. Hold our beloved sick, addicted, dying and grieving. Bring them peace and comfort. Hear the prayers we offer in silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF OCT. 9, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For the Church. May we influence governments all over the world to open their borders with healing, acceptance and welcome; to provide food and opportunity for their poor, and to end violence and war
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For our world. May we accept all people as children of God. Free ourselves from any prejudices we hold and open our hearts to dismiss politics and embrace love
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For a deeper sense of gratitude. May we be more consciously thankful for all that happens in our lives and humbly surrender to God’s will and healing
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For understanding where there is anger or hurt. For forgiveness and reconciliation where there is silence and division. For resolution and peace where there is conflict and pain
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For blessings upon the sick and the dying. For those who have long-term diseases. For those who are burdened with addiction. Bring understanding and patience to all who grieve
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For our special needs that we hold in silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF OCT. 2, 2022
LIVING
Rosemarie Chiffy [Happy 96th Birthday] — The Chaineys
Cornelius Deep — David Struz
Chet Kukowski — The Chaineys
Victoria Perritano — David Struz
Pat and Jim Schaefer and family — Julia Elacqua
For an end to abortion
For the respect of life from conception until natural death
Children and grandchildren — mom
DECEASED
Mario Bevivino — wife and children
Michael Castelli — Sharon and Gary Carrock
Kathleen Cichon — famiy
Mary Coriale — Paulene Santino
Angelina Cucchareali — Fred and Anne Bruzzese
Tom, Grace and Tommy DeCrescenzo — family
Theresa Rubino Dubyna — Jeannine and Gus Givonetti
Theresa Dubyna — Meola Family
Sandy Dziok — Philip and Gloria Enea
Ginny Eannace — Peter and Karen
Norton Esposito — Bee
Dawn DiMasse Finlon — daughter
Carmella Graziadei Grande — Rocco and Lisa Grande and family
Julia Coppola Grandinetta — daughter Fiorinda Grandinetta Wilson
Una E. Hahn — Dick and Diane Basile
Joe Inserra — Barbara Inserra
Joe Inserra — David Struz
Pasquale and Roma Inserra — Barbara Inserra
Barbara Janis — V. Rocci
Alex Kogut — Tom and Roseanne Gerace
Mr. Joseph LaMachia — Rick and Dolores Chainey
MaryBeth LaNeve — Tom and Roseanne Gerace
Ida and Josephine Manze — David Struz
Ida M. and Josephine D. Manze and family — will
Manze and Motto Families — will
Anthony Martin — Carol and Phil Scampone
Mrs. Clorinda Mondi — cousins Rick and Dolores Chainey
Fanny J. Panetta — will
Eleanor Pape — David Struz
Mrs. Eleanor Pape — Rick, Dolores and Maryellen
Augustine [A. J. ] Pedone — father, brothers and sister
Pedone Family — Andy and family
Yolanda Gigante Pedone — hon and children
Carol Sebergandio — Aunt Ann and family
Lisa Spiridigliozzi — mother Bruna and sister Teresa
Stan and Mary Struz — family
Maria and Alberta Testa — granddaughter Jean
Denise Timpano — Grace and Carl Trozzi
Anthony R. and Erminia M. Trino — daughter Edye
Maria Sorce Vullo — Rocco and Lisa Grande and family
Michael, Bill and Chancey Wicks — will
WEEK OF OCT. 2, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For the Church. Stir up your Spirit within us that we may love without expectation, forgive without condition and Hope without limits
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For a flowering of faith in the world. That all people can believe in the possibility of a more humane and compassionate world where the hungry, the poor and the alienated are satisfied and treated with dignity. We pray for patience so that we never abandon our hope
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For world leaders and governments. May they seek vision so that their work may bring joy, promise and peace for all people, and especially for those who are weak, powerless and hopeless
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For a greater respect for human life. May every person deeply honor and appreciate the great gift of life from conception to natural death
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the grace to support each other’s hopes and dreams, and the strength to build and affirm each other’s faith through all of life’s difficulties and transitions
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
Bring comfort to our beloved sick, addicted, dying and grieving, and hear the intentions we hold in silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF SEPT. 25, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
For the Church. May your Spirit guide us to show care and compassion toward the poor, the hungry, the immigrant and the alienated
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For those who are owned by their possessions and who continue to create the growing abyss between the rich and the poor. Open their hearts and minds toward generosity and continuous sharing
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For our country. Heal the divisions that politics has caused among us. For a growth in understanding and compassion toward people of all races, faiths and economic status
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For all who are in despair. For refugees and for the homeless. For children orphaned by war, terrorism or disease. For those dying of hunger or untreated illness
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For a lasting peace. Inspire efforts of diplomacy to end human bloodshed, terrorism and destruction
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the needs of our community and parish family. Strengthen the weary, the sick and the dying. Enlighten those who are confused or grieving. Bring hope to the addicted and to all who are in pain. Hear the intentions we offer in our silence …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF SEPT. 18, 2022
Response. Receive our prayer, O God
May the vision of Pope Francis take root throughout the entire world that we may become more and more a church for the poor, sharing our gifts and using them for the benefit of others
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For growth in ethics, honesty, civility and morality in business and government. May those who lead be guided by God’s Spirit to show greater compassion, respect, and justice toward all
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the grace to live life to the fullest. Grant courage, energy, opportunity and vision so that all people can pursue goals and develop abilities
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the gifts of peace and serenity. Inspire world leaders to find ways to end hatred, bigotry, prejudice and violence. May immigrants be welcomed everywhere in peace
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
For the prayers we hold in our hearts. For our beloved sick, dying and grieving; and for the needs of our parish, families and friends …
We ask. Receive our prayer, O God
WEEK OF SEPT. 11, 2O22
Response. Receive our prayer, O Lord
For the church. May those who are estranged from religion because of hurt, anger, policy or prejudice find acceptance, healing and welcome in the Church
We ask. Receive our prayer, O Lord
May we have the grace to forgive those who have injured us
We ask. Receive our prayer, O Lord
For runaway and missing children. For orphans, family members who are alienated or those separated by distance. For those who live alone by choice or circumstance. May all know God’s care and love
We ask. Receive our prayer, O Lord
For all who died in the 9/11 attacks and for all who mourn or still suffer from that event. May God’s love shepherd all and bring healing;
We ask. Receive our prayer, O Lord
For all in need of our prayer. For those threatened by poverty, prejudice, violence or disease. May we find ways to establish peace and justice