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God has made known the riches of Christ’s glory in us. As a people of prayer, we proclaim our hope to all who are hurting or suffering in some way.

Reader

We pray for Pope Leo and the College of Bishops. May they be strengthened in their ministry of inspiring all people to open their hearts to the word of God.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for the pastoral role of the Church. May it always and everywhere be a house of welcome to all people, regardless of race, beliefs, skin colour, sexual orientation or religion.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for the leaders of nations throughout the world. May they be driven by a sense of duty and service to their people.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for a sense of collaboration in our faith community. May the aspirations of both Martha and Mary continue to be shared in goodwill and mutual service.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for …

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who are sick in our parish and for all who have asked for our prayers.
We remember those who have died recently and those whose anniversaries we recall at this time. May God welcome them into the eternal kingdom and reward them for their faithful service.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

Presider

Merciful God, as with Abraham and Sarah, you give us what we most deeply need. May our prayers, like theirs, find favour in your sight. We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.

Presider

God has brought us reconciliation through Christ. Today, we pray for God to continue helping all who need healing, freedom and peace.

Reader

We pray for Pope Leo and all Church leaders. May they constantly be inspired to proclaim Christ through their ministry of humble service.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for our Church agencies that work throughout the world. May they respond to those in need in the spirit of the Good Samaritan—may they be ever willing to challenge the ‘priests and Levites’ of our day.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

On this Apostleship of the Sea Sunday, we pray for all seafaring men and women who work on the oceans. May they be protected from all dangers and return safely to their homes.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who need healing and support in our community. In the spirit of the Good Samaritan, may we do everything we can to improve their lot, whatever it may cost us.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for …

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who are sick in our parish and for all who care for them.
We remember those who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time. May they be led to the fullness of eternal life.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

Presider

Merciful God, your Son Jesus has helped us see our neighbour in everyone who is in need. May we fulfil the Gospel’s command by loving God and our neighbour. We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.

Presider

God offers comfort, consolation and hope to all people. May our prayers today bear witness to our faith in God, who imparts kindness to everyone.

Reader

We pray for Pope Leo and all Church leaders who answer the call to be labourers for the Lord’s harvest. May more of us respond to this call and become labourers for the mission of the Church.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray that we may all be comforted by the image that Isaiah described, in which God’s love for us is likened to a mother’s love for her child.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

Today, in preparation for NAIDOC Week, let us acknowledge and celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as their many contributions to this country. May they see an end to their ongoing struggle for justice and equality in the land we share.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for our faith community. May each of us, in our own way, commit to bearing witness to our faith in God in our daily lives.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for …

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who are sick in our parish and for all who have asked for our prayers.
We pray for those who have died recently and for those whose anniversaries we remember at this time. May they now be rejoicing in God’s kingdom.

Lord, hear us.
Lord, hear our prayer.

Presider

God of love, may your peace and mercy reach all those who cry out to you today. Grant us the grace to rejoice in your saving word. We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

Matthew 11:29ab

Alleluia, Alleluia!
Let your face shine on your servant,
and teach me your laws.
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

Matthew 11:29ab

Alleluia, Alleluia!
Take my yoke upon you;
learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart.
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

John 14:6

Alleluia, Alleluia!
I am the way, the truth, and the life, says the Lord;
no one comes to the Father, except through me.
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

John 10:27

Alleluia, Alleluia!My sheep listen to my voice, says the Lord;
I know them, and they follow me.
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

Matthew 24:42a, 44

Alleluia, Alleluia!
Be watchful and ready:
You know not when the Son of Man is coming.
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

Matthew 5:3

Alleluia, Alleluia!
Happy the poor in spirit;
the kingdom of heaven is theirs!
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

Entrance

Responsorial psalm (see also music overview for Ordinary Time) 

Gospel acclamation

Romans 8:15bc

Alleluia, Alleluia!
You have received the Spirit which makes us God’s children,
and in that Spirit we call God our Father.
Alleluia!

Procession of the gifts/offertory 

Communion

Thanksgiving hymn/song/canticle (optional, sung by all)

Sending forth 

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