General Intercessions for the Second Sunday of Easter, Cycle B

Celebrant: Our heavenly Father loves us and cares for our needs. In faith, we bring our prayers to him with confidence inspired by the Resurrection of his Son.

Deacon/Lector:

That the Church may be empowered by the Spirit to share the faith with all the world, and for an abundance of good and holy shepherds to lead us, we pray to the Lord...

That Church leaders will bear witness to the good news of the resurrection and stay true to the mission entrusted to them, we pray to the Lord...

That all administrative professionals may find the Lord's strength and guidance in their work, we pray to the Lord...

That as the apostles put their resources at the service of the needy, so we may support the efforts of pregnancy resource centers that provide alternatives to abortion, we pray to the Lord...

That those who are ill may experience the healing power of Christ through the care of those dedicated to their care, we pray to the Lord...

That those who have died may have their sins forgiven through God's grace and mercy and may share fully in the promise of the Resurrection, we pray to the Lord...

Celebrant:

Loving Father, we offer these prayers to you today with confidence in your constant love for us, and through the merits of Christ your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen.