One another, Easter3A
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April 19, 2026
O God, your Son remained with his disciples after his resurrection, teaching them to love all people as neighbors. As his disciples in this age, we offer our prayers on behalf of the universe in which we are privileged to live and our neighbors with whom we share it.
For the church: that as we break the bread and share the cup, Christ may reveal himself more and more to us and strengthen us to be faithful disciples: let us pray to the Lord.
For all Christians: that the freedom brought by the resurrection may enable us to live with purpose and help others to forsake the fruitless pursuits of power, fame, and wealth: let us pray to the Lord.
For wisdom: that as we bring our lives, experiences, and relationships to the Eucharist each week, the Scriptures may help us recognize that Christ is with us in every aspect of life: let us pray to the Lord.
For a deepening of our love and hunger for the Word of God: that through reading and praying the scriptures, our hearts may be set on fire, and our commitment to God grow: let us pray to the Lord.
For all in our community: that the Spirit will guide our daily journeys and enable us to ease fear, bring hope, and offer encouragement to those who touch our lives: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who are on significant journeys, for missionaries, pilgrims, aid workers, and those discerning their life vocation: that God will protect them from harm, lead them safely to their destination, and help them be aware of God’s presence with them: let us pray to the Lord.
For a deeper appreciation of the gift of the Eucharist: that we may be strengthened each week as we celebrate God's love in the liturgy and come to recognize Jesus more readily in our lives: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who are awaiting the sacraments of initiation: that God will sustain them, help them to deepen their commitment, and grow in their desire to serve God each day: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who are recovering from storms: that God will give them strength and courage to rebuild their lives, guide them to the resources that they need, and help all to help one another: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who study, teach, or participate in scripture discussion or prayer groups: that the Spirit will guide their pursuit of God’s Word and help them to witness to God’s message in their lives: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who are ill: that God’s healing love will relieve their pain, strengthen their minds and bodies, and make fruitful their treatments and therapies: let us pray to the Lord.
For all seeking employment: that God will guide them to good opportunities where their gifts can grow and develop, and where they will contribute to the good of society: let us pray to the Lord.
For all who are in isolation: that they may find companionship with God through the scriptures, recall with gratitude all who are significant in their life, and encourage others who are alone: let us pray to the Lord.
For peace: that God will inspire leaders with courage and new ideas to end warfare in Iran, Lebanon, and Ukraine, open new avenues for negotiations, and bring forth structures that promote safety and justice for all: let us pray to the Lord.
Open our hearts to your power moving around us and between us and within us, until your glory is revealed in our love of both friend and enemy, in communities transformed by justice and compassion, and in the healing of all that is broken. Amen.
References
-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2026ab, April 19). Third Sunday of Easter. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041926.cfm
-Cormier, J. (1995). Lord, Hear Our Prayer: Prayer of the Faithful for Sundays, Holy Days, and Ritual Masses.
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