Corpus Christi: Bidding Prayers / Intercessions / Prayers of the Faithful

The priest introduces the prayers:

My brothers and sisters, in the name of Jesus Christ the High Priest, in whose priesthood we share through the sacrament of baptism, we call on God our Father to answer our petitions, which we now make with confidence.

 

Reader:

We pray for the Church,

may the celebrations of the sacraments, especially the Holy Mass, fill us with a sense not only of God’s nearness, but also with awe at his greatness and compassion.

Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

 

We pray for the leaders of the wealthy nations,

may Jesus’s concern for the hungry find a response in their hearts, so that no one in our world dies of hunger, or is forced to live in sub-human conditions.

Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

 

We pray for those deprived of the sacraments,

may we be one in love and prayer with all those who are not allowed to practice their faith, and cannot receive their Lord in the eucharist.

Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

 

We pray for a spirit of prayer and generosity in this parish,

may our union with Christ in the Mass lead us to a deeper personal life, and to a generous sharing of our time and talents with each other.

Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

 

We pray with Mary, Mother of Jesus Christ our High Priest: Hail Mary .

We make our private petitions in silence to God our Father.

 

Priest:

Father,
may the prayers we have offered
come before your heavenly altar
as tokens of our trust and worship.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Trinity Sunday: Bidding Prayers / Intercessions

Priest:  As we are now gathered together here in God’s love, let us bring our petitions before Him.

Reader:

We pray for all those who teach, preach and lead the Christian faith.  May they be effective in their words and actions so that the Word of God will take root and flourish in the lives of those around them                               (pause) Lord in your mercy

We pray for the young people of our parish, and all who influence their lives.  May they be nurtured and supported to realise their full potential.

(pause) Lord in your mercy

We pray for all who are taking examinations.  May they work hard, apply themselves well and handle the outcomes with good grace.

(pause) Lord in your mercy

For all those who have died: may the Lord give them a place at his banquet in heaven.

(pause) Lord in your mercy

We now join our prayers with those of our Blessed Mother Mary as we say Hail Mary

Let us spend a few moments in silent prayer.

Priest:

Merciful Father, we pray that You will accept these prayers which we make in the power of the Spirit and in the name of Your Son, Our Lord Jesus Christ.

 

Pentecost : Bidding Prayers / Intercessions

Priest:
As we are gathered together here in hope and in faith, let us ask our Father in heaven to minister to our needs.

Reader:
Let us pray for our church leaders, that they will be guided in their ministry by the influence of the Holy Spirit
​Lord in your mercy

Let us pray for our parish communities, that each of us will be open to the opportunities to give of our individual talents enabling each parish to flourish as a witness to the "One Body" of the church ​Lord in your mercy

Let us pray for all who are adversely affected by the downturn in the world's economy, particularly those who are unemployed. May they be patient and persevere as they strive to support those for whom they are responsible.
​Lord in your mercy

Let us pray for all those who are sick, that the Lord may guide them and strengthen them through their illness. We pray also for those who care for the sick, those engaged in the caring professions and for family members who look after loved ones and especially for children who care for parents.
​Lord in your Mercy.

For all those who have died: may the Lord give them a place at his banquet in heaven. ​Lord in your Mercy.

Let us ask Mary to intercede for us as we say Hail Mary

Let us spend a few moments in silent prayer.

Priest:
Father, we pray that you will listen to our prayers that we make in the name of your son, Our Lord Jesus

Ascension Day

Prayers of the Faithful. Ascension of the Lord.

Priest:

Let us pray to God the Father, through Jesus Christ his son, who was taken up to heaven and intercedes for us at His right hand.

Reader:

For Pope Benedict, our Bishop N.
May the Lord bless them and guide them in their work. 
(pause) Lord in your mercy

As we celebrate the feast of the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus let it inspire in us feelings of joy and hope.
(pause) Lord in your mercy

Let us pray for God's help to recognise the risen Christ in the face of someone we meet today.
(pause) Lord in your mercy

Let us pray for all people, so that all people can recognise Christ in one another as they encounter them every day, however stressed and tired. (pause) Lord in your mercy

Let us pray (for N and) for all who have died; especially those who encouraged us in our faith by their example. As we pray for them, may they in turn continue to pray for us that we may stay true to our faith and give example ourselves to others. (pause) Lord in your mercy

Let us pray through the intercession of Mary as we say: Hail Mary…

In silent prayer we now remember our personal intentions.

Priest:

Loving Father, we ask you to listen to all our prayers, which we make them in faith in your Son, Jesus, who is Lord for ever and ever. Amen