Celebrant : Trusting in God's promise of justice for the oppressed, we now bring our needs and the needs of the world before our merciful Father, saying,

Response : Gracious Lord, hear our prayer.

1. For the Church: that, guided by the Holy Spirit, we may be a true home for the stranger, welcoming migrants and refugees as brothers and sisters, and courageously proclaiming justice for the poor, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
2. For world leaders and all in authority: that they may be granted wisdom to enact just policies, pursue lasting peace, and protect the God-given dignity of every person, especially those who are displaced, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
3. For migrants and refugees throughout the world: that they may be preserved from harm, find safe and welcoming communities, and be sustained by the hope of a new beginning filled with dignity and peace, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
4. For our parish community and for all of us gathered here: that the parable of the Rich man and Lazarus may open our eyes and soften our hearts, helping us to recognize Christ in the poor and to live for eternal life promised to the merciful, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   

(Pray for community and personal needs.... we pray to the Lord....)

Celebrant : God of all nations, you hear the cry of the poor and the longing of the exile. Grant us the grace to answer your call, that our faith may be shown in deeds of love and welcome. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.