Prayers of the Faithful

The following petitions are based on themes from the above video.

LBased on the joyful message of Easter and the miracle of the empty tomb shared by Mrs. Cole, here are Prayers of the Faithful tailored for children.

Easter Sunday: Prayers of the Faithful

Introduction: Dear God, today is the most joyful day of the whole year! As we celebrate Jesus rising from the dead, we bring our prayers to You with happy hearts, saying: Risen Lord, hear our prayer.

For the Church and the World

• For the Pope, our Bishop, and all our priests: That as they celebrate Mass with trumpets, banners, and flowers today, they may help everyone feel the big surprise and joy of the Resurrection. We pray to the Lord.
• For people everywhere: That the miracle of Easter would bring new life to places where there is sadness, and that we can all work together to spread more love and kindness in the world. We pray to the Lord.

For Our Faith Journey

• For the word “Alleluia”: That we would say it and sing it with big smiles today, remembering that Jesus is alive and that nothing—not even a giant stone—is too big for God’s power. We pray to the Lord.
• For the lessons in the “Bible Bag”: That like Mary Magdalene, Peter, and John, we would always seek Jesus and be ready to tell our friends the Good News that He is risen. We pray to the Lord.

For Our Community and Families

• For our Easter celebrations: As we enjoy our Easter egg hunts and special meals with our relatives, help us remember that the best gift of all is Jesus’ promise to be with us forever. We pray to the Lord.
• For those who are lonely or sick: That the Holy Water in the fonts would remind them of their baptism and the new life and comfort Jesus brings to everyone who loves Him. We pray to the Lord.

For Our Future Hope

• For the promise of Heaven: That we would always follow Jesus’ teachings so that one day, we can live with Him in heaven forever just as He promised. We pray to the Lord.

Closing Prayer: God our Father, we thank You for the miracle of Easter and for Your son, Jesus, who has power over death. Help us to live every day with “Easter Joy” in our hearts. We ask this through Christ our Risen Lord. Amen.

Prayers of the Faithful

The following petitions are based on themes from the above video.

Leader: God our Father, we are so happy today because Jesus is alive! With joyful hearts, we bring our prayers to you.

• For the Church: That Pope Leo and all our priests and leaders will be filled with Easter joy as they tell the whole world the Good News that Jesus has risen. We pray to the Lord.
• For Our World: That the peace of Jesus will reach every home and every country, bringing a “new start” and “new hope” to everyone, just as He promised. We pray to the Lord.
• For Those Who are Sad: For anyone who feels lonely or misses someone they love. May they feel the light of the Resurrection and know that Jesus is always with them. We pray to the Lord.
• For Our Families and Friends: That we may use our hands to do good things and our hearts to love others, just like Jesus taught us. We pray to the Lord.
• For Our Community: As we see the sign of the empty tomb, help us to be “witnesses” like Peter and Mary Magdalene, sharing the story of Jesus with everyone we meet. We pray to the Lord.
• For Our Own Prayers: We now take a moment to tell God the things we are carrying in our hearts today… (Pause for silence) … We pray to the Lord.

Leader: Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of your Son, Jesus. Help us to celebrate His new life today and every day. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.surrection, but to live refocused lives. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayers of the Faithful

The following petitions are based on themes from the above video.

Presider’s Opening: Gathered to participate in the great mysteries of our salvation, we lift our voices to the God who shatters our darkness.

Petitions

• For the Church: That the ministerial priesthood, instituted at the Last Supper, may always remain an order in humble service to the people of God. We pray to the Lord.
• For the World: That the light of the Paschal candle may scatter the darkness of the world, bringing the promise of eternal life to all nations. We pray to the Lord.
• For Special Needs: For the newly baptized, those entering full communion, and all who seek to be brought back to friendship with God. We pray to the Lord.
• For the Local Assembly: That as we participate in the Mandatum, our local community may imitate Christ by going to our knees to wash the feet of our brothers and sisters in loving service. We pray to the Lord.

Presider’s Closing: Lord God, you sent your Son to knock down the doors of hell and awaken us from the sleep of death. Hear our petitions and bring us safely into your light. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayers of the Faithful

The following petitions are based on themes from the above video.

Presider’s Opening: As we look upon the empty tomb and glimpse the dawn of new possibilities, we bring the needs of our hurting world to the Lord.

Petitions

• For the Church: That the Church may boldly proclaim the “A-word”—Alleluia—and lead the world in understanding the unfolding mystery of the Resurrection. We pray to the Lord.
• For the World: For the oppressed people of Myanmar, the citizens of Ukraine, and all those who do not yet feel the victory of the resurrection, that death may lose its hold on their lands. We pray to the Lord.
• For Special Needs: For the poor, the hopeless, and those tangled in the snarl of politics, that they may experience the freedom and new life Christ offers. We pray to the Lord.
• For the Local Assembly: That over these 50 days of the Easter season, our parish may actively work out what the resurrection means in our daily lives, striving for a better way to live. We pray to the Lord.

Presider’s Closing: God of our Salvation History, you parted the seas and rolled away the stone. Hear our prayers and help us to live into the new life you have won for us. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayers of the Faithful

The following petitions are based on themes from the above video.

Leader’s introduction: Boys and girls, we have heard the wonderful, happy news of Easter—that the tomb is empty and Jesus is alive! We are full of joy today. Let us bring our prayers to the Risen King of Kings, trusting that he hears us.

We say after each intention: Risen Lord, hear our prayer.

• For the Church: We pray for Pope Leo and all our church leaders. May they be brave like Mary Magdalene and the other Mary on Easter morning, sharing the happy news that Jesus has risen, and that he is with us always. Lord, hear us. Response: Risen Lord, hear our prayer.
• For Peace and a Kind Smile: The angel told the friends, “Do not be afraid,” and Jesus greeted them with peace and love. We pray for anyone who is scared, lonely, or sad today. May they feel Jesus’s kind smile in their hearts, bringing them joy and peace. Lord, hear us. Response: Risen Lord, hear our prayer.
• For “Stillness” in Our Hearts: We heard that we don’t always need words. Jesus invites us to join our hands, close our eyes, and be still so we can meet him in our hearts. We pray for the grace of quietness, so we can always feel how much Jesus loves us. Lord, hear us. Response: Risen Lord, hear our prayer.
• For Our Easter Mission: Jesus gave the friends a mission: “Go and tell my brothers.” We pray that we can be Easter messengers, telling our families, our teachers, and our friends the most special and sacred news of all: Jesus is risen! Lord, hear us. Response: Risen Lord, hear our prayer.

Closing Prayer: Jesus, you are the Risen King, our true light. We know you are here with us. Hear these prayers we have spoken and the silent prayers in our hearts. All say: Amen.

Prayers of the Faithful

The following petitions are based on themes from the above video.

Priest/Leader: Jesus is our song of joy! Even when life feels like a broken record, God can make the music start again. Let us bring our prayers to Him, knowing that His love is forever.

1. For the Good Times For all the times our lives feel like a beautiful song—when we are healthy, when we have yummy food, and when we are laughing with our friends. We pray that we always remember to say “thank you” for these happy moments. We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.

2. For the Broken Moments For the times when life feels “scratchy” or broken like a cracked record—when we feel sad, scared, or lonely. We pray that we remember that God is an expert at putting broken pieces back together to make a new song. We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.

3. For Those Who Feel Quiet For children and families who don’t feel like there is much music in the world right now because they are sick or hurting. May they hear the “quiet music” of God’s love whispering to them that they are never alone. We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.

4. For Our Families and “Big Al” Friends For our parents, teachers, and friends who help us “hang on” when things are hard. We pray that our homes would be places where the music of kindness and patience never stops playing. We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.

5. For the Hope of Easter Just as God raised Jesus to life after the sadness of Good Friday, we pray that we would be “Easter People” who help make the world a happier place by sharing God’s love with everyone we meet. We pray to the Lord… Lord, hear our prayer.

Priest/Leader: God, thank You for being there always, always, always. Whether our music is loud and happy or soft and sad, we know Your love is the song that lasts forever. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.