Sunday September 10, 2023

Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Francis, our Pope, and ___, our Bishop. May we find joy in our gatherings of worship, and hope in our service to the marginalized.

We pray to the Lord.

For courage to mend our relationships. May we seek Christ’s healing to find solace among people whom we have hurt and those who have hurt us.

We pray to the Lord.

For gatherings of two or three. May we rely on the Holy Spirit in our prayer to courageously trust the miracles of God. May love gather us and send us into the world.

We pray to the Lord.

For our children in the new school year. May our youth not be bullied for their differences. May each child find their unique talent and have the courage to express their gift.

We pray to the Lord.

For courage to reconcile family disparities. May we step back from technology and privilege and help mend family members who feel estranged and lonely. May fear not find home in family life.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who lean on walkers and canes. May they find the support of healthcare workers and family members. May their pain be eased through our encouragement.

We pray to the Lord.

For healing in generational disparities. May our youth find courage to listen to the wisdom of grandparents. May our elderly not discourage the gifts of the young. May love find home in all generations of believers.

We pray to the Lord.

For healing among those who grieve. May the Holy Spirit guide our losses into consolation and courage. May grief give way to gratefulness.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our loved ones who encouraged us on earth now be freed of pain and sorrow in the face of Christ Jesus.

We pray to the Lord.