Celebrant : Trusting in our Heavenly Father, who is patient and helps us grow in goodness, let us place our prayers before Him.

Response : Merciful Father, hear our prayer.

1. For the Church: For the Holy Father, Bishops, Priests, Religious and all the Faithful, that they may faithfully proclaim God's Word and help people grow in faith, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
2. For the World: For world leaders, that they may work for peace, justice and respect for every human life, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
3. For Those in Need: For the gift of more rain to fill our rivers, lakes and reservoirs and for the safety of all affected by the rains, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   
   
4. For Our Parish Community: For our parish community, that God's Word may grow in our hearts and help us live with faith, love and kindness, we pray to the Lord .... Response
   

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

Celebrant : Heavenly Father, hear the prayers we offer with faith. Help us to grow in goodness and remain faithful to You each day. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.