General Intercessions for the First Sunday of Lent, Cycle B

Celebrant: As we embrace the sacrifices of Lent, let us present to God our needs and the needs of the world.

Deacon/Lector:

That the Church may show the world the way to God through repentance and prayer, we pray to the Lord…

That world leaders may work together to seek peace and justice for all, we pray to the Lord…

That as God made a covenant with all living things, so we His people may grow in our respect for life, and actively protect it, we pray to the Lord...

That that those suffering from illness and old age may have gentle caregivers to attend to them and ease their pain, we pray to the Lord…

That the members of our parish family may renew our covenant with God through sacrifice, reconciliation, and prayer, we pray to the Lord…

That those who have died may rest in the loving presence of the saints and angels, we pray to the Lord…

Celebrant:

Gracious God, giver of all good gifts, receive these prayers.
Answer the needs of your people, and keep us in your care,
through Christ our Lord.  Amen.