Sixth Sunday of Easter 

Intercessions

We pray that the leaders of the Church may always be receptive to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and seek his guidance in their decisions and actions. (pause) Lord in your mercy hear our prayer.

We pray for families that are divided and suffering because of bitterness. May the Spirit of peace bring reconciliation so that wherever there is hurt there may be healing. (pause) Lord in your mercy hear our prayer.

We pray that our homes may be places of peace and harmony, where parents seek to guide their children in the ways of truth and love. (pause) Lord in your mercy hear our prayer.

We pray for all those persecuted for following Christ's teaching. May the Spirit of wisdom bring knowledge  and understanding so that those in ignorance may have their hearts opened to the glory of salvation. (pause) Lord in your mercy hear our prayer.

We pray for the sick especially for Norman Doherty. May they be strengthened and encouraged by the love of friends who care for them and may their hearts hold in reverence the Lord of healing grace. (pause) Lord in your mercy hear our prayer.

We pray for those that have died and gone to God's kingdom before us, that they may enjoy forever Christ's gift of peace. (pause) Lord in your mercy hear our prayer.

We ask Mary, our Mother, to join her prayers with ours as we say Hail Mary…

Let us pray for a few moments in the silence of our hearts.

Priest:

Almighty Father, we entrust our lives and our needs to your care. By the gift of your love bind us together as your church so that we may have the courage to live according to our convictions as followers of Christ. We make our prayer through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, together with the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen.