Celebrant: With trust in the Lord who calls us as his disciples, we bring him all our needs.
Deacon/Lector:
That the Church may continue to proclaim with joy the saving mercy of the Lord and follow him with steadfast fidelity, we pray to the Lord...
That as we celebrate Independence Day, we may understand St. Paul's teaching on the meaning of freedom, and never use it as a justification for abortion or any kind of wrongdoing, we pray to the Lord…
That all who teach the faith may proclaim that the reign of God is a kingdom in which human life, at every stage, is welcomed and revered as a supreme gift of God, we pray to the Lord…
For all who have made a commitment to religious life, that "having set their hand to the plow," they may never look back, but only follow the Lord with joy, we pray to the Lord...
That the terminally ill may receive the proper care, love, and support they deserve until the moment of natural death, we pray to the Lord...
That all who have died may be purified of sin and share in the Lord's resurrection, we pray to the Lord...
Celebrant:
Father,
by our baptism
we are committed to following your Son.
Hear our prayers,
and help us keep our hearts focused on You.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.