Prayers

Let us praise God our almighty Father, who wished that Mary, his Son’s mother, be celebrated by each generation. Now in need we ask: Mary, full of grace, intercede for us. O God, worker of miracles, you made the immaculate Virgin Mary share, body and soul, in your Son’s glory …

God establishes his people in hope. Let us cry out to him with joy: You are the hope of your people, Lord. We thank you, Lord, — because in Christ you have given us all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. You are the hope of your people, Lord. O …

Christ desires to lead all men to salvation. Let us implore him with all our heart: Draw all things to yourself, Lord. Through your precious blood, Lord, you redeemed us from the slavery of sin, — grant us the freedom of the children of God. Draw all things to yourself, …

The world was created by the Word of God, re-created by his redemption, and it is continually renewed by his love. Rejoicing in him we call out: Renew the wonders of your love, Lord. We give thanks to God whose power is revealed in nature, — and whose providence is revealed …

Christ had compassion on the hungry and performed a miracle of love for them. Mindful of this, let us pray: Show us your love, Lord. Lord, we recognize that all the favors we have received today come through your generosity, — do not let them return to you empty, but …

Christ extolled those who practiced virginity for the sake of the kingdom. Let us praise him joyfully and pray to him: Jesus, example of virgins, hear us. Christ, you presented the Church to yourself as a chaste virgin to her spouse, — keep her holy and inviolate. Jesus, example of …

Jesus Christ is worthy of all praise, for he was appointed high priest among men and their representative before God. We honor him and in our weakness we pray: Bring salvation to your people, Lord. You marvelously illuminated your Church through distinguished leaders and holy men and women, — let …

The angels carry out God’s will. Let us pray that we too may listen carefully for his voice and hear his call, as we say: — We beg you, hear us. That our prayers may rise like a pleasant fragrance before you, through the hands of your angels. — We beg you, …

Let us praise Christ, who loves, nourishes and supports his Church. With faith let us cry out to him: Answer the prayers of your people, Lord. Lord Jesus, grant that all men be saved, — and come to the knowledge of truth. Answer the prayers of your people, Lord. Preserve …