Grace, mercy, and peace to you!
1 Timothy 1:2
Intercessions
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third Sunday of easter intercessions - May 3 and 4May the Church’s cardinals be guided by the Spirit as they meet this week in conclave to elect a new Pope, we pray...
May all children be born and raised in a peaceful world filled with love, care and respect for others, we pray...
May those who struggle with doubts about their faith come to know and believe that God loves and cares for them, we pray...
May those who struggle to provide for their needs and the needs of their loved ones receive the support and relief they need, we pray...
May those suffering physical pain, weakness, or illness know healing and strength, we pray...
May those receiving Jesus in the Eucharist for the first time this weekend grow closer to Him always, we pray...
May those who have died enjoy everlasting peace in heaven, and may all who mourn be comforted, we pray... -
Easter Sunday intercessions - April 20May all new Church members, now united with the Church of God throughout the world, share in Christ’s triumph over sin and death…
May government officials lead us in the ways of peace and justice, and find peaceful solutions to the conflicts that divide the people of our world…
May we honor and respect the gift of life in every form and at every stage…
May we open our hearts in prayer and provision to the poor and the homeless, and to all in need of our support…
May first responders, police officers, fire-fighters and those serving in our military be protected by God’s loving hand…
May the sick know strength and healing, and may those who have died celebrate the eternal Easter feast in God’s presence… -
Palm Sunday intercessions (April 12/13)May our observance of Holy Week bring us closer to the sacrifice and the glory of Christ…
May government leaders work to eliminate poverty, injustice and war; may military personnel remain free from harm, and may all people find the way to peace…
May those who suffer need, pain or illness experience the never-ending compassion of God…
May we always be reverent with God’s gifts of life and creation, caring for all people from conception to natural death, and preserving our natural resources…
May survivors of storms, floods, fires, earthquakes, and other disasters find perseverance and strength…
May we see an end to violence in our homes, our schools, and our streets, and may those affected by violence be comforted and consoled…
May those who have died know peace in God’s eternal kingdom… -
fifth sunday of Lent intercessions (April 5-6)
May those in authority always act fairly and justly, never losing sight of the humanity of their people...
May our hearts be moved to seek forgiveness for our sins and to offer mercy to those who most need to know they are valued and loved...
May our world see a lasting end to all war and violence, and may all people live in peace and harmony with one another...May we have insight to see God’s handiwork in our world, and may nature’s gifts remind us that God desires to renew the face of the earth...
May those suffering the effects of storms, earthquakes, and other disasters receive the help they need and find peace in the midst of chaos...
May those who are ill be given the care they need, and may those living in need benefit from the generosity of others who have the means to help...
May those who grieve the loss of loved ones find hope in the promise of the resurrection... -
fourth sunday of Lent intercessions (March 29-30)
May the hearts and the deeds of all those in positions of leadership and influence be shaped by generosity and compassion…
May all who find themselves in need of reconciliation find their desire for mercy met with forgiveness and open arms…
May catechumens and candidates for full communion in the Church joyfully prepare for their sacramental initiation, and may all of us be renewed by prayer, penance and almsgiving…
May all who lack food, shelter, gainful employment, or any other necessity, find their needs met in abundance…
May Pope Francis, and all who suffer illness or weakness, know strength and healing…
May those who have died rest in eternal peace, and may those who mourn know comfort and consolation in their grief… -
third sunday of Lent intercessions (March 22-23)
For continued improvement in the health of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, and for the well-being of all who guide and support the mission of the Church…
For an end to all war and violence, and for peace and respect among all people…
For victims and survivors of storms, fires, and other natural disasters…
For those suffering illnesses of body, mind or spirit, and for advancements in cures, treatments and therapies…
For all those living in need, and for generosity of heart among those who have in abundance…
For those who have died, and for those who mourn the loss of loved ones… -
Second Sunday of Lent Intercessions (March 15-16)
May Church leaders become ever more compelling witnesses to the infinite mystery of God’s love…
May all war and violence in our world come to a lasting end, in particular in Ukraine and the Middle East…
May those in parishes around the world who are preparing for the Easter sacraments, know our welcoming love and prayerful support…
May all people strive to care for the earth, our common home, preserving it and its resources for generations to come…
May those enduring homelessness and any other insecurity be assured of the constant love and care of God through our outreach and assistance…
May our deceased loved ones, and all who have died, come to know eternal peace and rest in the arms of God… -
First Sunday of Lent intercessions (March 8-9)
May we hear Jesus’ call to repent and believe the Good News as an invitation, and not as a burden…
May we reach out in answer to the needs of others through opportunities like the Catholic Services Appeal…
May prisoners, those suffering from addictions or illness, the abused, the oppressed, and all those in need, be comforted by the power of our prayer…
May those in positions of leadership and authority work to improve the lives of all, and may they work toward lasting peace and prosperity throughout the world…
May those who have died come to their eternal reward in heaven, and may all who mourn find peace in the promise of the resurrection… -
Ash Wednesday intercessions (March 5)
May all of us, sinners that we are, return to God with our whole heart...
May our Lenten observances and practices bring us renewal of heart and spirit...
May those affected by violence, illness, and natural disaster be renewed by God’s love...
May the homeless and those who must be outdoors be protected from the effects of weather, and from all danger...
May our nation and our world promote peace, prosperity and justice for all people...
May all who have died rejoice in the peace of heaven... -
intercessions for march 1-2
For those who have left the Church or feel alienated or betrayed by it; for unity and healing in our Church and among its members, we pray...
For truthful, fruitful dialogue and transparency among people of all political ideologies; for fairness and justice, and for true and lasting peace, particularly in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, we pray...
For those who suffer from the effects of harsh weather, natural disasters, and poor living conditions, we pray...
For all of us, as the season of Lent begins this week: for honest self-assessment and true conversion of our hearts and minds, we pray...
For those who suffer illness or infirmity; for those who live in need of food, shelter or clothing; for the lonely, the neglected, the elderly and all who need our prayers, we pray...
For those who have died and those who mourn, we pray...