Second Sunday of Lent

March 16, 2025

For our beloved leaders in faith, Francis, our Pope, and ___, our Bishop. May they journey with us and lead us to the face of Christ Jesus. May they not lose their footing along the way of peace, forgiveness, and faith.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who seek the wonder of baptism at Easter. May we seek truth as we bask in the renewal of our baptism. May Christ’s passion, death and resurrection bring us to God’s kingdom.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who hike the high mountains of faith and change. May we put one foot ahead of another in this Lenten season to bring us to new life, courage and love.

We pray to the Lord,

For all who befriend the sick and the lonely. May we take the lost by the hand and help them stand on the firm foundation of Christ’s redeeming presence. May hope be the voice that heals our lives.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who are discouraged by their lives. May faith unite us with Christ so to walk fearlessly along the perils of life. May we walk together unreservedly.

We pray to the Lord,

For people who will receive the benefits of our almsgiving. May we generously help people who need food, clothing and a second chance. May our offerings become hope for others.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who sit in darkness and wait for something more. May we be light among people who have lost housing, education and security amid the fires, storms, floods and natural disasters.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who have lost employment in these past months. May they find adequate jobs to support their families and future security.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who walk with shame and regret. May this Lenten season bring hope to people bowed down by the past. May faith help us listen to the Father’s love.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our loved ones rest in the face of Christ Jesus.

We pray to the Lord.