Blessed be God, who hears the prayers of the needy, and fills the hungry with good things. Let us pray to him in confidence: Lord, show us your mercy. Merciful Father, upon the cross Jesus offered you the perfect evening sacrifice, — we pray now for all the suffering members of …
First Reading – Ecclesiastes 1:2-11 Vanity of vanities, says Qoheleth, vanity of vanities! All things are vanity! What profit has man from all the labor which he toils at under the sun? One generation passes and another comes, but the world forever stays. The sun rises and the sun goes …
Christ the Lord is our head; we are his members. In joy let us call out to him: Lord, may your kingdom come. Christ our Savior, make your Church a more vivid symbol of the unity of all mankind, — make it more effectively the sacrament of salvation for all peoples. …
Let us pray to Christ, the light of the nations and the joy of every living creature: Give us light, peace and security, Lord. Brilliant Light, Word of the Father, you came to save all men, — lead the catechumens of your Church into your marvelous light. Give us light, peace …
The Lord Jesus built his holy people on the foundation of the apostles and prophets. In faith let us pray: Lord, come to the aid of your people. You once called Simon, the fisherman, to catch men, — now summon new workers who will bring the message of salvation to all …
We give glory to the one God — Father, Son and Holy Spirit — and in our weakness we pray: Lord, be with your people. Holy Lord, Father all-powerful, let justice spring up on the earth, — then your people will dwell in the beauty of peace. Lord, be with your …
Let us pray to Christ, the source of hope for all who know his name: Lord, have mercy. Christ, our frail humanity is prone to fall, — strengthen us through your help. Lord, have mercy. Left to itself, our nature is inclined to sin, — let your love always restore it to …
Let us pray to Christ, the light of the nations and the joy of every living creature: Give us light, peace and security, Lord. Brilliant Light, Word of the Father, you came to save all men, — lead the catechumens of your Church into your marvelous light. Give us light, peace …
Related Blog Post: What the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist Teaches Us Let us praise Christ who gives power and strength to his people, and let us entreat him with sincere hearts: Hear us, O Lord, and we shall praise you for ever. Christ, our strength, you called your …
With joy in our hearts, let us call upon Christ the Lord, who died and rose again, and lives always to intercede for us: Victorious King, hear our prayer. Light and salvation of all peoples, — send into our hearts the fire of your Spirit, as we proclaim your …
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