The Church
The Church
PRAYERS OF
THE FAITHFUL
1 For Pope Francis: that God will give him strength, help him model the dedication of the Good Shepherd, and be a good example for all church leaders…
SOURCE: Sunday Website
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For the Church: that we may distinguish the voice of the Good Shepherd from all the other messages that we hear and faithfully respond to all Christ’s invitations…
First Reading
Government/World
Governing Authorities and
Salvation of the World
PRAYERS OF
THE FAITHFUL
2 For leaders of nations: that God will give them a heart like the Good Shepherd, compassion toward those who are suffering, and wisdom to develop policies that advance the common good…
SOURCE: Sunday Website
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We pray for all in positions of economic and political power, that tomorrow’s observance of Mother Earth Day will call them to effective action for the wellbeing of the planet and all its creatures.
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Responsorial Psalm
Adversity/Difficulty
Those Burdened
by Adversity or Difficulties
PRAYERS OF
THE FAITHFUL
3 For all run-away teens: that the Good Shepherd will care for them and lead them to a place of safety and healing…
SOURCE: Sunday Website
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For all who are laying down their lives in caring for sick children, the developmentally disabled, the elderly, or terminally ill: that God will renew them and fill them with energy and love….
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Gospel
Local Community
The Local Community
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For all who are preparing for Confirmation this spring: that they will be open to the gifts that the Holy Spirit offers them and that they will enrich the church with their talents and energy..
Second Reading
The resources on this page–including videos and articles–are here to help you develop your own prayer intentions.
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