General Intercessions for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B

Celebrant: The Lord Jesus, who healed the leper, is ready to bring his grace to all those in need. Through him, therefore, we now pray to the Father.

Deacon/Lector:

That the Church may be an instrument of God’s mercy through her mission and outreach to those most in need, we pray to the Lord...

That our President may be strengthened in his daily responsibilities by the example of the great presidents of the past, and by the teachings of Christ, we pray to the Lord... 

That world and local leaders may seek the poor and forsaken giving them the dignity and assistance they deserve as children of God, we pray to the Lord... 

That we may imitate our Lord's compassionate care for the sick, and show them that their lives are just as precious and valuable as when they are healthy, we pray to the Lord... 

That each of us may be vigilant against the sins of envy and jealousy and live in a way that reflects God’s love and care for all we meet, we pray to the Lord... 

That those who have died may be received into the joy of God’s kingdom, we pray to the Lord... 

Celebrant:

Loving God, you provide for all our needs and are attentive to our prayers.
As you bless us, may we proclaim your goodness to all our brothers and sisters.
We ask this through Christ our Lord..