Libraries. GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY MASS PRAYERS AND READINGS. Your knowledge of every creature in creation is intricate, as only ones creator could possess. What a gift. For people who live in places of deadly conflict, including Ukraine and Palestine, that world leaders will work together to bring about justice and peace, (Pause for silent prayer) we pray to the Lord. Liturgy for Palm Sunday. Budapest, Hungary, Apr 30, 2023 / 14:30 pm (CNA). Help Now. Prayer of the Faithful Priest Celebrant God knows our needs, and helps us to pray. To you be glory and honor, on this Resurrection Day, and forever. 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May they now rejoice in the presence of Gods unconditional love. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Lord, hear us. that our witness may be as bold, our love as deep, and our faith as true. Pope Francis relates the virtue of hope to the living water that Jesus promises the Samaritan woman at the well. Amen. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. We pray that, wherever your image is still disfigured by poverty, sickness, selfishness, war and greed, % The Geneva Cathedrals Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Has Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me ( Psalm 51:10 ). WebHere are some easy prayers you can say to feel connected to God during Lent this year: God, may Your light guide my day, and your spirit bring me peace. WebCall us out of darkness, and empower us to proclaim the birth of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and t he Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Click here to watch video of the prayer service on YouTube. WebPRACTICAL NOTES AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR WRITERS Introductory: The Prayer of the Faithful begins with the presiders own invitation to pray as a community. It is the Feast of St. George, whose relics are at San Giorgio in Velabro. Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. It was a What is Lent?When Does Lent Start and End?What is Ash Wednesday?When is Ash Wednesday?What is Easter?When is Easter? A Prayer for Cleansing during Lent. (No shame if that's you, too!) Sacrificing ourselves as we focus on greater intimacy and unity with Christ. John Zuhlsdorf. The day of the Lord is coming: He abounds in steadfast love. We pray for your spirit of refreshing to fill us again. | . 6. By Cally Logan. For the wisdom to receive the stories and experiences of those different from ourselves and to respond with respect, let us pray to the Lord. Webgoodness. For the protection of all police and first responders who risk their lives daily to ensure our safety; for fair and just policing that will promote peace and wellbeing in all our neighborhoods, let us pray to the Lord. The people, for their part, stand and give expression to their prayer either by an invocation said in common after each intention or by praying in silence. Trade our despair for hope and praise. The first formal Lenten program I can find in our archives was articulated as a small, unassuming brochure on green paper, entitled A Call to Conversion: 1981 Lenten Program and it encouraged Pax Christi USA members to undertake a program of spiritual reflection and prayer and to examine their attitudes on the arms race in the light of the Scriptures of the Lenten season. Source: Gregorian Sacramentary, 8th Century, Historic Collect for the Fourth Sunday in We see Your love in the natural world around us in the sky and trees and rivers. May our praise never cease in this season. Psalm 119:9-16 (I will delight in your statutes and meditate on your Word) ELW: Psalm 11:9-16 or Psalm 51:1-12, (Have mercy on me; create in me a clean heart) Hebrews 5:1-10 (Jesus, as High Empty me of cravings for things of this world that do not truly satisfy. Heavenly Father, Silence the noise in my soul. Purchase and download this years Lenten reflection booklet, The Arc Bends Towards Justice: Reflections for Lent 2021, with reflections based on the daily Scripture readings for every day throughout the season, curated from our 40+ years of Lenten reflection booklets. Sometimes the way has seemed too dark. WebPRAYER OF THE FAITHFUL 2. nd. How Can I Recognize and Understand the Holy Spirit Better? PRAYER FOR RACIAL HEALING. I opened the devotional Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter this morning and read a quote that struck me: Lent is the season in which we ought to be surprised by joy. The Geneva Cathedrals Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Has Fill me with the bread of your presence and the living water of your mercy. Lent Prayers of the Faithful I These Lent petitions are for use during Mass or other church or school worship services. Summary vid + full text. Amen. May this season bring new hope and new healing. That, to me, is what Lent is all about. WebLent: a Time for Renewing Faith, Hope and Love Pope Francis' 2020 Lenten Message: We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God (2 Cor 5:20) Pope Francis' 2019 Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. Daily Readings. Give us this day our daily bread. The series of intentions is usually to be: a) for the needs of the Church; Weve been set free, redeemed, the old has lost its grip, the new has come. Draw us closer to your heart, so that we might know you better and understand you more completely. You sent Your only begotten Son who is the Good Shepherd to redeem us. Love helps us to see all men and women as our brothers and sisters. This year, as we continue to navigate the pandemic, as we face an ongoing reckoning with our nations legacy of racial injustice, and with the events of the recent election and its aftermath still fresh in our minds, the season of Lent presents the opportunity to root ourselves ever more deeply in discipleship to the nonviolent Jesus, to demonstrate the unbreakable bond that exists between an authentic spirituality and our commitment to social justice, between the proclamation of the gospel and the call to practice peacemaking. Dear God, Thank you for leaving us with the Bible, which is God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16) directly by you. In the prayer tradition the authoring of God implies continued upholding, sustaining and completion. Webthe Faithful. i n d d)278 0 R 277 0 R 276 0 R][( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . i n d d)266 0 R 265 0 R 264 0 R][( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . | . This site is a proud member of the Salem Web Network, a subsidiary of, Copyright 2023, Crosswalk.com. i n d d)269 0 R 268 0 R 267 0 R][( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . Let your way be known upon the earth; Your saving health among all nations. It is You who rides on the clouds and holds the reign on thunder and lightening. For the vulnerable communities of Asia, Africa and the Pacific and for the i n d d)263 0 R 262 0 R 261 0 R][( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . But before that Let me say something about fasting. Although hope may seem challenging in fragile and uncertain times, Lent is precisely the season of hope, when we turn back to God., Hope, he says, is given to us as inspiration and interior light through recollection and silent prayer. The experience of hope in Lent, he says, means receiving the hope of Christ, who gave His life on the Cross and was raised by God on the third day., Love is a leap of the heart, says Pope Francis. 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We pray for our Church. 98 0 obj <>stream Amen. And death has lost its sting. Clothe your ministers with righteousness; Let your people sing with joy. d) for the local community. Posted on 23 April 2023 by Fr. For an end to the violence perpetrated by harsh words, deadly weapons, or cold indifference. Last year the pandemic struck the U.S. shortly after Lent began. x\Y~G%w>,eXI8'?** JJ;~T~Jb>,~S1cYeISwev]Czz~*}omrxu4-[yv~O|}t0zFu;>=`Cb;98M/Q/>[\u"[a*ur: ?MM#i~x>[{~h.9v>E@|iaEP$]pQP!Itn)z6qqC8=" GN>$B.u~ lA.x+ Clothe your ministers with righteousness; Let your people sing with joy. Firstly there is nothing in the Bible Specially in the New Testament that remotely suggests Christians In his hand are all the depths of the earth, *. Find a Parish. This 40-day season of Lent isnt one I always acknowledged, much less appreciated. Our job is to rely on your strength to get us from one task to the next. The Fourth Week of Lent - Passion Week - March 21st - 27th, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. - MATTHEW 3:2. hb``a``Z8**`bd1(f`a tg4etgtbTb4b=FOWZ128`$-f@qdYn+PU* /O Content %PDF-1.6 % Pax Christi USA is a co-sponsor of this event. Thank you Lord that by your wounds we are healed. Amen. Z&4W9@a_'h%f'$!Bp:Cp^):Hk]ZkS8 Amen. i n d d)281 0 R 280 0 R 279 0 R][( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . We need you and cant do this without you. Our action Prayers of the Faithful. What a gift, Jesus. Amen. VIEW. Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time, with one accord to make our common supplications to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. The church, which In prayer, the faithful God's initiative of love always comes first; our own first step is always a response" (no. endstream endobj 66 0 obj <. Because of the pandemic, we are encouraging groups to conduct these events either 1) virtually or 2) in observance of local restrictions in place for the safety and well-being of all, especially the most vulnerable. We ask that you would trade the ashes of our lives for the beauty of your Presence. Prayers of the Faithful; Pastoral Resources; The Word of God; Confirmation 2023; Lenten Resources; RCIA; Sharing the Good News; Contact. Well also be sending our weekly Lenten emails directly to your inbox if youre subscribed to our free email service. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. The Lord has shown forth his glory: O come, let us adore him. What God begins, the divine does not abandon. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCBs) mission is to encounter the mercy of Christ and to accompany His people with joy. Nevertheless, in any particular celebration, such as a Confirmation, a Marriage, or at a Funeral, the series of intentions may be concerned more closely with the particular occasion. stream We will list the names of groups, with contact information, which will be staging a Way of the Cross this year. o*|%Cd[|L@+ZiCFM&ZzS u&lfUFS]r(%}| hW@m. Fourth Sunday of A time of celebration, prayer, and adoration for the faithful who came from different parts of the world to attend Pope Francis apostolic journey to Budapest, We ask that you would give us courage to step out in faith in what youve called us to do. Trade our mourning and grief for the oil of joy and gladness from your Spirit. We ask that you would encourage us along this journey of being a chosen disciple for you. I try to croak out a plea for help, but the weight of my sins seems to pull the prayer into deep abyss. stream We confess our need for you. January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Thank you that sin and death have been conquered, and that your Power is everlasting. Thank you for knowing our hearts and our need for rhythms in our lives and drawing us into a deeper communion with you throughout the coming 40 days. i n d d)284 0 R 283 0 R 282 0 R]]/RBGroups[]>>/OCGs[254 0 R 255 0 R 256 0 R 257 0 R 258 0 R 259 0 R 260 0 R 261 0 R 262 0 R 263 0 R 264 0 R 265 0 R 266 0 R 267 0 R 268 0 R 269 0 R 270 0 R 271 0 R 272 0 R 273 0 R 274 0 R 275 0 R 276 0 R 277 0 R 278 0 R 279 0 R 280 0 R 281 0 R 282 0 R 283 0 R 284 0 R]>>/Pages 229 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 237 0 obj <. Copyright 2017-2023 Dicasterium pro Communicatione - All rights reserved. For our parish, that we may cultivate welcome, extend hospitality, and encourage the participation of people of all cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds, let us pray to the Lord. December 25 Solemnity of Christmas. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. Second Sunday of Lent, February 28, 2021 Whether being tempted by Satan in the low desert or revealing himself as the son of God on a high peak, Jesus offers us wisdom and salvation. Help us never to take for granted this huge gift of love on our behalf. 6. May our +D-/G8W*v].;|x24*XVO,[O\hY"8,{`sll=9"HFnlt-2"x,ks/\ oa%V~GYbp8>xE: \ Until to my surprise, through that deep solid silence, A voice breaks in song. First Sunday of Lent, February 21, 2021 On this first Sunday of Lent, we hear of Jesus overcoming temptation. Help us to be reminded of the cost of it all. The sense of authorship should not be underplayed. The season of Lent is commonly known as a 40 day fast in Christianity. For all of us assembled here to worship in faith, that we may be gathered together again in Gods kingdom. Webnew guide to holy rosary with "sub tuum praesidium" and st. michael prayers. PRIEST: Having listened to the words of Jesus, confident in the Fathers . Lord in your mercy: R. HEAR OUR PRAYER. May all your plans succeed. Our self-sacrifices serve no purpose unless, by laying aside this or that desire, we are able to focus on our hearts deepest longing: unity with Christ. Lord, hear us. The intentions announced should be sober, be composed with a wise liberty and in few words, and they should be expressive of the prayer of the entire community. Also please let us know if you have a Way of the Cross planned in your community. Help us come to you just as we are: broken, imperfect, but fully alive and healed by the power of your blood on the cross. "dk8CzoRf_N2ke'=Od!p3#-<={WVy:PY/j/Tp2[/UPs8{F_0MhPf\Ps+`.tXF!1e6/lA{ k'#f)9|1/ %XSX 1~ [Phgg-IB:+]\U!O*x7)4 _RJ"8b5N7'DetqgY%n@,;mUYPdVOH4|KWlG#A5lgy!5cgxf$MWU.f *pdM] MQ .7SwBuHnnt2 [LO(~2#9Kj_yU|3D%rWt :v (JRnqd~:Q-B&fPRE J+.lt&P"[V(JPR"A 35U'zoqneh-]Ya[J,?y H?T!.D:P r?-{yw38\ ~9g6^ AhjUawlTZ%BGR)L[Sa'c[R We praise you for you are making all things new. Mar 19, 2023. But its You, and my time in Your presence, that fills me with exclusive joy! WebPrayer of the Faithful for the Day of Prayer for Peace in Our Communities. Click here for more information and to watch the video of the webinar. Amen. The church, which For solidarity in our global human family, that we may work together to protect those who are most vulnerable and most in need, let us pray to the Lord. All:Amen. Fourth Sunday of Lent, Laetare Sunday, March 14, 2021 We offer our prayers on this Laetare Sunday rejoicing that the light that is Jesus came into the world Hi, today I will be covering a very important subject which is in the mind of every Christian, particularly during the Lent season, whether we should fast or whether we should eat meat on Fridays. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten; Nor the hope of the poor be taken away. 2023 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. \`%e 51pX}2 D endstream endobj 236 0 obj <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>]/OFF[256 0 R 257 0 R 260 0 R 263 0 R 266 0 R 269 0 R 272 0 R 275 0 R 278 0 R 281 0 R 284 0 R]/Order[[( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . Guide me in Your gentle mercy, for left to myself I cannot do Your Will. How to Have Joy in Your Golden Years Despite These 10 Life California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Sun rise over Rome was at 6:16 and Sunset will be at 20:02. What a gift, Jesus. Open our minds to understand that all your children are brothers and sisters in the same human family. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. December 28 Holy Family. May our praise never cease in this season. %PDF-1.3 d9Oc=$di\~tjLLpOAXh)RH sw c) for those burdened by any kind of difficulty; Pope Francis focuses on the three theological virtues in his Lenten message for 2021, inviting the faithful to renew our faith, draw from the living waters of hope, and receive with open hearts the love of God., Grounding his reflection on the Paschal Mystery, the Pope says, This Lenten journey is even now illumined by the light of the resurrection, which inspires the thoughts, attitudes and decisions of the followers of Jesus., He goes on to say that the journey of conversion, through fasting, prayer, and almsgiving, makes it possible for us to live lives of sincere faith, living hope, and effective charity.. This is not the physical water the woman is expecting, but rather the Holy Spirit who is given through the Paschal Mystery. Amen. Help us to hear You clearly, for we do not want to walk by pride or self-sufficiency, we want to walk with You.In Jesus' name, Amen. TOP 5 REASONS ON WHY GO During the evening of Holy Thursday, the Mass of the Lord's Supper is celebrated. Thank you that you make all things new. WebIn the Universal Prayer or Prayer of the Faithful, the people respond in some sense to the Word of God which they have received in faith and, exercising the office of their Creator of the universe, everything and everyone in it, You have named each star and knit each heart. Lord, Thank you that you are the one that can change me. Thank you that we have countless stories to read in the Bible of Jesus being brave. For the strength to teach our children how to resolve differences non-violently and respectfully, and the courage to model it in our own behavior, let us pray to the Lord. Thank you, thank you, thank you. 2. We can give thanks to God for giving us this season of grace. read samples. (based on Numbers 21:4-9, Psalm 107, Ephesians 2:1-10, John 3:14-21) Heavenly Father, when we feel that we have lost direction as a people, or even as a person, help us remember your presence in our wilderness journeys. We know that you are in the business of resurrection-- your very Son went to the cross to show us that no death is final and that ultimate transformation comes through your gift of salvation. From the General Instruction of the Roman Missal: 69. Help Now. Prayer & Worship. I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. May almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins, through Jesus Christ our Lord, and strengthen us to live in the power of the Holy Spirit, all our days. Lord, give me perseverance to increase my understanding of you. THE PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH, 5 th Sunday in Lent, Cycle B (March 21, 2021). Lent is a time for believing, the Pope says, for welcoming God into our lives and allowing Him to make His dwelling in us.. This First Sunday of Lent introduces us to the temptations of Jesus, after forty days of prayer and fasting. HO``H(C2qw E Create in us clean hearts, O God; and Sustain us with your Holy Spirit. Allow your power to manifest through our weakness, so that others will recognize it is You who is at work on our behalf. Firstly there is nothing in the Bible Specially in the New Testament that remotely suggests Christians For an end to the violence perpetrated by harsh words, deadly weapons, or cold indifference. Please help me this day. The brochure included resources for the methodology of prayer, study and action which we still embrace and practice today as we approach our 50th anniversary in 2022. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. May our worship be unending. Please use them freely and alter them for use in worship. rL$[d;IZ_xlOc? Amen. and show ourselves glad in him with psalms. 65 0 obj <> endobj Lord, hear our prayer. i n d d)260 0 R 259 0 R 258 0 R][( 3 0 1 4 6 8 6 5 . Thank you Jesus! Mar 5, 2023. May our love for you find new depths. A time of celebration, prayer, and adoration for the faithful who came from different parts of the world to xYn57ZWIl]2 ^&cY8RKd"=$%Cx?Y{9UMR2]usU!b(2PK_(c2aW!3"[/0Jmz}rp$/"x` The peace of the Lord be with you always. WebPrayers of the Faithful 28th February 2021 Second Sunday of Lent Priest: 1. WebLord in your mercy: R. HEAR OUR PRAYER. English: RADONITSA, 12 / 25 APRIL 2023: On the Tuesday of rejoicing (Radonitsa), after the Divine Liturgy in the London Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother May this season bring new hope and new healing. We thank you that you are at work right now, trading our ashes for greater beauty. and keep me faithful to the Gospel of Christ. SET B Let us pray to the Lord, who is our refuge and stronghold. The priests and deacons wear red vestments for Mass. May we journey toward the cross prayerfully and purposefully, even through the pain, doubt, questions, and searching. VIEW. WebJoin with members of the Pax Christi USA family from around the nation for a short prayer service with short readings from our Lenten reflection booklet, Scripture readings, Hi, today I will be covering a very important subject which is in the mind of every Christian, particularly during the Lent season, whether we should fast or whether we should eat meat on Fridays. Father, our source of life, I reach out with joy to grasp Your hand; let me walk more readily in Your ways. Policies. 12 sins which must be confessed first before receiving communion. Charity is multiplied when given with love, as we see not only in the Scriptures, but in our own lives, too, when we give alms with joy and simplicity., To experience Lent with love, says Pope Francis, "means caring for those who suffer or feel abandoned because of the Covid-19 pandemic. He invites us to speak words of reassurance, and help others to realize that God loves them as sons and daughters.. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. hbbd```b`` "I&vm&lf/0D&$c?04z6D I6^?zQp Each station symbolizes institutional roots of this suffering in government, in transnational corporations, in international financial institutions, in trade agreements, macroeconomic policies, and financial transactions that give shape to economic activity around the world. May we find resurrection life springing up from this old dusty ground, and may we be surprised by joy in all of it. Let us pray In the Universal Prayer or Prayer of the Faithful, the people respond in some sense to the Word of God which they have received in faith and, exercising the office of their baptismal Priesthood, offer prayers to God for the salvation of all. WebPrayer. Prayers of the Faithful (PDF) Prayers of the Faithful (Word) Faith-based reflection: Stand for the Land. 87 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<0DC658111DA1A2439AB9792C39592725><2B491B81B1C2C94B98CB72B95EA84184>]/Index[65 34]/Info 64 0 R/Length 103/Prev 111589/Root 66 0 R/Size 99/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Daily Readings Calendar. Find a Parish. As I reflected on this first temptation I was struck by how the evil one can so easily tempt us to put aside our spirituality and spiritual things in favour of mundane and material things. Read more about the study circles and how to register here. We ask that you would renew our hearts, minds, and lives, for the days ahead. Amen. WebPRAYER OF THE FAITHFUL 3rd Sunday of Lent . May this season February 21, 2021. 2567). We pray for those who have died recently and for those whose anniversaries occur at this time. December 12 Our Lady of Guadalupe. We praise you in all of it. The gospel is such good news. Holy Family - B. Mary Mother of God - B (1 January 2021) Epiphany - B. Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord - B. PRIEST: Let us turn to the Lord with our prayers . byMaria Miriam. AFTER LESSONS: The Word of the Lord. As I reflected on this first temptation I was struck by how the evil one can so easily tempt us to put aside our spirituality and spiritual things in favour of mundane and material things. !W/JacOmXOF7+>k_BqVSG#C>H C X>9vN Mission. summary vid + full text. Search my heart, and set it right (Psalm 139:23). We see Your love in the gift of Your commandments the rules for living that guide us into right relationship with You, and with the people around us. Reader. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. Lord, hear our prayer. 2021 by Diocese of Meath. Prayer: Almighty Father, we thank You for the gift of life and vocation. We praise you, for you make all things new. May these Lenten prayers echo your heart's prayers, and this season will be one you come to appreciate in new ways, too. We remember today, the pain and suffering of the cross, and all that Jesus was willing to endure, so we could be set free. Compassion on the Path to Peace: Parable of the Good Samaritan for Our Times, Lenten Retreat opportunity with Brayton Shanley and Suzanne Belote Shanley, Virtual Way of the Cross for Economic and Ecological Justice, Way of the Cross template and sample script, Find resources from last years Lenten program at. Just as the dawn comes with its exact precision, help me to trust that You will also move in my life, in your perfect timing and in your beautiful way. What prayer ought I say? After reminding us that every moment of our lives is a time for believing, hoping, and loving, Pope Francis concludes by saying: "The call to experience Lent as a journey of conversion, prayer and sharing of our goods, helps us as communities and as individuals to revive the faith that comes from the living Christ, the hope inspired by the breath of the Holy Spirit and the love flowing from the merciful heart of the Father. &i4clm`%q2Bj>9Zf&-vtnuC4wMyJ4Fd %3My8v:+fU&@w1%vN2 $. +U n~57!n0FUaR8Lt}e|CoP@5)10XRV!;aTDjSoUj_|S8A2oJ7?o.f{D!#[l4GU)4}5VPOS!0pD (ETD;`]9IHU!)~OA. For people who live in places of deadly conflict, including Ukraine and Palestine, that world leaders will work 2. Lector: For the Christian community of Iraq, that Pope Francis visit will strengthen their faith and sow seeds of peace for the nation. Amen. God, may my sacrifice of today of (state your Lenten sacrifice) remind me of my dependence on You for all the blessings I enjoy. For the Church: that we may be transfigured more and more into the image and likeness of Amen. Give me a hunger to read your Word and to seek to know you more each day. H-2 Posted on 23 April 2023 by Fr. Sunday of Lent . O Lord, open our lips; and our mouth shall proclaim your praise. Presiders Page for 19 March (Fourth Sunday of Lent Laetare Sunday) March 11 2023 Opening CommentTraditionally, this Sunday is called Laetare Sunday, which means a day for joy. Thank you for dying so that we could have life. Thank you that we can say with great hope, It is finished For we know whats still to come. Traditionally, many Pax Christi USA local groups plan and stage a Way of the Cross event on Good Friday, connecting the sufferings of Christ during his passion with the suffering of our brothers and sisters at the hands of violence, greed, poverty, sickness and war. Sermon (Reflection): The Scriptural readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter invites us to reflect on the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd who cares for his flock.Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of all the sheep! Beautiful Mother's Day Prayers to Honor, Bless, and Encourage Your Mom! If you already did not know, Lent is inspired by the story of Jesus, where He prayed and fasted for 40 days in the desert, resisting temptations from the devil by staying faithful and obedient to God (Matthew 1:1-11).Fasting during Lent can be physical fasting where we

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