For all who died in the 9/11 attacks and for all who mourn or still suffer from those events. The self- satisfied man who builds bigger storehouses for the fruits of his labor will die before he enjoys any of it. Make us lovely and loving; joyful and kind; faithful and forgiving; generous and patient; humble and valiant. In today’s Gospel, Jesus calls his friend Lazarus back to life after he has been dead for three days. He symbolizes the self-contained person delighting in his possessions, proud of his accomplishments – the hoarder set up for an easy life. May counseling and faith provide the strength they need to continue relationships with their loved ones. Pentecost: 19th May 2002. These stories invite us to reflect on our life in community and the fact that life is not about self-aggrandizement or even self-preservation, but about cultivating reverence for the uniqueness of each member for the good of the whole. Today invites us to rejoice in all the good around us. Please respond: Risen Lord, receive our prayer. For those who are addicted, afraid, or overwhelmed. For those who suffer from anxiety or worry. For all who suffer in despair. Bless him as he faces the challenges of our diocese. May this be a year of blessing and grace for the needy. and my entire will, For Christians all over the world during this Advent season. We will not be disappointed. Bring us back together again with deeper faith. And abandoning judgment, We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. For Pope Francis and the church. Hear the prayers we offer in silence …. For the grace of hospitality. For blessings upon the sick and the dying. May all Christians work together to manifest the love and presence of God in every society of our world. the suffering caused by this pandemic, May Pentecost strengthen our unity and provide hope for the grieving. As we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. we pray for an end to all kinds of prejudice against others. May this be a time of inspiration and deep prayer. For all who are struggling with sickness, fear or isolation because of this pandemic. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful; and kindle in them the fire of your love. Today we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord. Show a sign; make a promise. In today’s world this … that provide meaning, purpose and acceptance. within our human family; as children of God. Like it or not, we can’t ignore his message. He is head of the Holy Family: one in which the members discern God’s will, risk change for each other’s growth and good, and are united in fidelity to God and each other. Currently there are no public Masses. For the grace of surrender. For all who suffer from the many effects of this pandemic. Homily. For blessings upon all newly elected leaders. He doesn’t have to. Wars are waged, women degraded, children disposed of. Strengthen our faith that new life will come. and those we hold in our silence … For patience and trust to all who wait. The scriptures speak about resurrection hope. For the church in every nation. For national and world leaders. We pray for the courage to speak for justice and for generosity to share our gifts. For freedom for those oppressed by addiction. to the suffering of those who struggle through violence. For those who seek refuge and safety and who cannot find welcome in a new home. May they know the grace and beauty that you unfold for us with each new day. Contact: [email protected] Note | On Thursday, if appropriate, the Prayer of the Faithful will be updated for the coming weekend to include a petition regarding current event/s in our country or in the world.. By those faith is closed and whose lives are torn. May they be strong in shepherding the world with compassion and with love that we all may know the joy of welcoming the lost, healing the injured and caring for the abused. Inspire us to listen, heal and act with tenderness and compassion. For those who we need to forgive and who seek our forgiveness. to the alienated, the unloved and the wounded For people who are alone, or separated from their loved ones; We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. For our beloved sick, dying and grieving, and for the prayers we offer in silence …. May they, who nurtured us so lovingly For all who will be travelling this week. We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. May we encourage and strive to show a genuine and gracious concern for others, especially so many who are marginalized by society. We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. During these days when travel is more restricted and unsafe We remember our beloved deceased For all who are alienated from the church. And then, for the second time in the history of the world, man will have discovered fire.”. Give us insight that we may lay aside all selfishness and divisions, that we may be of service to the poor and and seek to provide safety for immigrants and refugees. For all who exercise authority over others. We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. Inspire Pope Francis and the entire church. if (year < 2000) // Y2K Fix, Isaac Powell To You, O Lord, I return it. For the grace to live life to the fullest. Pentecost Sunday: Vigil 5/30/20 49 ... the assembly to participate in the Prayer of the Faithful and concludes with a prayer A deacon, cantor, lector, or member of the faithful states the intentions (GIRM 71) The same person should not be both presider and leader More- For all who face the future Help us discover new directions and new energy. We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. The vision still has time; it presses on and will not disappoint. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts … If Joseph were to visit us today, he might counsel us to worry less and pray more. O Lord our God, teach us temperance and self-control, that we may live in We pray for peace in all parts of our world. For our world and for all who face sickness and death. We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. For those who are lonely or afraid. We can burn with the fire of God’s Spirit and prepare the way for the Lord when we let go of our judgments and embrace kindness, gentleness and truth. For freedom of mind and heart. For those who are sick, dying, grieving, alone or afraid. For the church. For resolution and peace where there is conflict and pain. For healing and forgiveness where there is hurt or division. May we be a beacon that leads the lost to Christ. O Lord, receive our prayer. For a greater respect for human life. Heal all who are alienated by broken families. For perseverance in the church. Share generously, especially with those who are needy. May we recognize and embrace the dignity working together to provide For peace in our world. May optimism fill their minds for all who dream of a better world. may we welcome all those who God sends to us Hear all the prayers we hold in silence …. For the addicted and all who are victimized. It is not enough to be in Jesus’ company, or to have eaten with him. Christ is a king whose throne is the cross of love and forgiveness. We ask: Receive our prayer, O God. of justice and kindness in our world. To him is given the further revelation that it is safe to return to their homeland. That we may delight in the creation of God For those who confront illness and disease. in the beauty of creation, John the Baptist humbly recognized Jesus as the Lamb of God upon whom God’s Spirit descended. with safety, prayerfulness and celebration. Faith is confident assurance concerning what we hope for seeing in trust. For all who face trials or difficult choices. For those victimized by poverty, war, injustice, addiction or abuse. May this be a time of safety for them and their families. Are you with the politically correct liberals who strive to be pure, adjusting moral demands to the times, all the while enjoying the certainty that comes from ongoing in-group prayer and reflection? Make me more deeply aware of Abraham told the dead man that a chasm had been established that prevented people from crossing between one side and the other. INTRODUCTION; PRESIDER. For an end to bloodshed, and for all who are sick, dying or grieving. May the church be like a fountain of living water or all who thirst for meaning in their lives. With a clear conscience, he can look forward to receiving the crown of righteousness, a gift for him and the others who long for God. For all mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers and godmothers. May they have courage and strength to follow their visions. May our dreams help us persevere when we confront trials, dilemmas or uncertainties. we pray for a deeper consciousness Mary proclaimed, “God routs the proud, dethrones the prince and exalts the lowly.” Her lowly soul magnified God; our own diminishment reveals God’s greatness. May they work together to find more effective ways to deal with this pandemic, to curb the destructive forces of selfishness, and to bring peace where there is violence and division. Transform those filled with anger, jealousy and judgment. Bring us harmony and joy i the name of Father, Son and Spirit. For the Church. That’s exactly the point Jesus made with this story. For Pope Francis and the church.