One another, Sunday24B

September 15, 2024

Isaiah 50:5-9; Psalm 116 (114); James 2:14-18; Mark 8:27-35

To the God of mercy and reconciliation, let us lift up our hearts and voices in prayer:

That every ministry of our parish may proclaim the Messiah’s presence among us: let us pray to the Lord.

That those who serve our Church as bishops, priests, pastors, and teachers may proclaim the gospel with courage, integrity, and perseverance: let us pray to the Lord.

That the laws and public policies of the world’s governments and nations may be dedicated to serving the common good: let us pray to the Lord.

That those peoples and Churches who are persecuted for their faith and beliefs may preserve in the hope that the peace and justice of God will one day reign: let us pray to the lord.

That the faith we profess may find expression in our compassionate care for the poor, the lost, and the forgotten: let us pray to the Lord.

That those who have died in Christ’s peace [especially _________], may walk forever in the presence of God: let us pray to the Lord.

That God, our gracious Father, will hear the prayer we now offer in the silence of our hearts [Pause...]: let us pray to the Lord.

Gracious God, hear the prayers we lift up to you, Give us the courage and generosity to crucify our self-interests and take up our crosses to follow Christ, so that we may bring his new life and liberation to our We offer these prayers in the name of Jesus, the Messiah and Redeemer.

References

-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2024f, September 15). Twenty-fourth Sunday in ordinary time. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091524.cfm

-Cormier, J. (1995). Lord, Hear Our Prayer: Prayer of the Faithful for Sundays, Holy Days, and Ritual Masses.

One another, Sunday23B

September 08, 2024

Isaiah 35:4-7; Psalm 146 (145); James 2:1-5; Mark 7:31-37

“Ephphatha!” -Be opened! With hearts and spirits opened to God’s healing presence, let us pray:

For our Church and parish community, that our work and worship together may reflect the gospel of reconciliation and compassion: let us pray to the Lord.

For the ministers of the Church and the leaders of nations, that they may proclaim the justice and peace of God without fear or compromise: let us pray to the Lord.

For professors, scholars, researchers, and teachers, that they may enable society to recognize the hand of God sustaining life in all of creation: let us pray to the Lord.

For the poor, the homeless, and the abused, that they may find a place of honor and welcome in our homes, parish, and community: let us pray to the lord.

For the sick and the suffering for those whose lives are in crisis, for the lost and the despairing, that the love of Christ the Healer may open their to healing and wholeness: let us pray to the Lord.

For our deceased relatives and friends [especially _________], that they may be heirs of the promised kingdom: let us pray to the Lord.

For the prayers we now offer in the silence of our hearts [Pause...]: let us pray to the Lord.

Open our eyes and ears and hearts to your Spirit, O God that everything we do and every moment you give us may speak of your loving presence in our world. We offer our prayers in the name of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

References

-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2024d, September 8). Twenty-third Sunday in ordinary time. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090824.cfm

-Cormier, J. (1995). Lord, Hear Our Prayer: Prayer of the Faithful for Sundays, Holy Days, and Ritual Masses.

One another, Sunday22B

September 01, 2024

Deut 4:1-2, 6-8; Ps 15 (14); James 1:17-18, 21-22, 27; Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Our God hears the stirrings of every human heart. With confidence, then, let us now lift up our hearts in prayer:

That our parish’s worship and work together may be a constant celebration of God’s great love: let us pray to the Lord.

That the laws and policies of all governments may honor the sacred character of every man, woman, and child as sons and daughters of God: let us pray to the Lord.

That the new school year may be, for our children, a time of discovery and growth in the wisdom of God: let us pray to the Lord.

That a commitment to justice and an awareness of social responsibility may guide all businesses and banking institutions in the conduct of their financial affairs: let us pray to the lord.

That the generosity and compassion we extend to the poor, the hungry, and the homeless may be an offering of thanksgiving for God’s many blessings to us: let us pray to the Lord.

That the faithful who have died [especially _________], may share in the eternal life of the Risen Christ: let us pray to the Lord.

That the Father will hear the prayers we now offer in the silence of our hearts [Pause...]: let us pray to the Lord.

May your Word of life and love take root in our hearts, O God, that these prayers we offer may become a harvest of justice and peace. In Jesus’ name, we pray.

References-

-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2024b, September 1). Twenty-second Sunday in ordinary time. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090124.cfm

-Cormier, J. (1995). Lord, Hear Our Prayer: Prayer of the Faithful for Sundays, Holy Days, and Ritual Masses.