Presider
Just as the lepers cried out to Jesus for mercy, we open our hearts and seek healing, compassion and mercy for all those we lift up in prayer.
Reader
We pray for Pope Francis and all leaders of the Church. May they continue to proclaim the Good News in the spirit of Sts Paul and Timothy.
Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for all who minister to and care for the outcasts of our society. May their example encourage others to serve where the need is greatest.
Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for all those who are isolated or socially rejected because of illness or disease. May they find comfort and hope in the knowledge that Jesus reaches out to all people.
Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for our faith community. May we recognise the blessings given to us by God and gratefully acknowledge them.
Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for …
Lord hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
We pray for our parishioners and family members who are ill. We pray for those who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time. May God welcome them into the eternal kingdom.
Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Presider
God of mercy, listen to these prayers of intercession that we bring before you and reveal your loving kindness to us, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.