Celebrant : Jesus reminds us, "Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross and follow me." With faith and trust, let us place our prayers before our loving Father.

Response : Lord, hear our prayer.

1. For the Church: For the Holy Father, Bishops, Priests, Religious and all the Faithful, who serve the Church, that they may faithfully follow Christ and serve His people with love and humility, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
2. For Our World: For our leaders and all people, that they may work together to build a world of peace, justice and harmony, especially where there is conflict and division, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
3. Nepal: For the people of Nepal affected by the recent disaster, especially those who have lost loved ones, homes, or livelihoods, that they may receive safety, strength, comfort and help as they recover, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
4. For Those Who Are Suffering: For all who are experiencing sorrow, loss, loneliness or difficulties in their families, that the Lord may comfort them, strengthen them and give them hope, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
5. For Our PCOA Meeting-cum-Formation: As our PCOA members gather for their formation on "From Conflict to Communion," may the Holy Spirit guide them to grow in understanding, forgiveness and unity and help them become instruments of peace in our parish community, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   

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

Celebrant : Loving Father, hear our prayers. Give us the courage to take up our crosses, follow Jesus and live as people of love, peace and hope. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.