The Church
The Church
PRAYERS OF
THE FAITHFUL
1 For the Church: that, empowered by the Spirit, we may faithfully give witness to the Gospel and continue Christ’s mission of bringing hope and healing to all….
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord
We pray for all priests to partner with lay people in building a synodal and missionary church in their local communities…
Gospel Reading
Government/World
Governing Authorities and
Salvation of the World
PRAYERS OF
THE FAITHFUL
2 For those who face the future with apprehension and uncertainty: that God will enlighten their path and give them peace…
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord
We pray for those who wield controlling power in the world of social media, that today’s World Communication Day (May 12) will call them to put artificial intelligence at the service of wisdom…..
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
Second Reading
MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS FOR THE 58th WORLD DAY OF SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONS
Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart:
Towards a Fully Human Communication
Adversity/Difficulty
Those Burdened
by Adversity or Difficulties
PRAYERS OF
THE FAITHFUL
3 For the grace to be fearless: that we may follow God’s call confidently and trust that God will guide and protect us through all challenging situations…
SOURCE: Sunday Website
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord
We pray for nurses, especially those who work in the field of mental health, that International Nurses Day (12 May) will honour their dedication to the wellbeing of patients and the whole community.
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
Gospel
Local Community
The Local Community
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord
We pray for mothers, step-mothers, grandmothers and all who give motherly care, that they will bless the children in their care with love and wisdom, and enjoy their life-long affection…
SOURCE: Australian Catholics
Second Reading (Option A)
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