Prayers of the Faithful – April 22 & 23, 2023
Presider:
Let us pray for the world that needs the presence of the Risen Christ.
Reader:
- For the church: 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, we pray:
- 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, we pray:
- That we who participate in this Eucharist, offering God the gifts that earth has given and human hands have made, may be ready and willing to respond to God’s word that calls us to respect and care for God’s creation, we pray:
- For all who are on significant journeys, for missionaries, pilgrims, aid workers and members of the military: that God will protect them from harm, lead them safely to their destination, and help them be aware of God’s presence with them, we pray:
- That those who are ill and have asked for our prayers, find healing, including: Michelle Groff, Cameron Howard Wendell, Mary Edwards, and Linda Kozak, we pray:
- That all who mourn the death of a loved one find comfort in the joy of Jesus’ resurrection, especially Adam Smith, nephew of Jann Shaffer, and John Koleczek, great uncle of Grace Kolaczek; we pray:
Presider:
God of abundance: We are grateful for this Eucharistic feast in which Jesus is made known to us. Open our hearts to Christ’s ongoing presence among us. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.