Prayers 2019

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The Son of Man came to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.
(Mk 10)

God our Father, help us to continue to give of our time in helping those who are in need.
Amen.

[ajusmc]

Come, let us worship the Lord.
Let us bow down in the presence of our maker,
for he is the Lord our God.
(Ps. 94)

In faith and love we ask you, God our Father, to watch over your family.
In your mercy and loving kindness no thought of ours is left unguarded, no tear unheeded, no joy unnoticed.
Through the prayer of Jesus may the blessings promised to the poor in spirit lead us to the treasures of your heavenly kingdom.
Amen.

[ajusmc]

My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord;
I know them, and they follow me.
(Jn 10)

Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, in your unbounded mercy you have revealed the beauty of your power through your constant forgiveness of our sins.
May the power of this love be in our hearts to bring your pardon and your kingdom to all we meet.
Amen.

[ajusmc]

Prayer for Those Who Have Suffered Trauma

Most merciful God, bless all who have suffered trauma in their lives.
Support them with love during their time of shock.
Grace them with peace as they wrestle with the challenges of each day.
Sustain them in hope as they prepare for the days ahead.
Amen.

[ajusmc]

Incline your ear to me and hear my word.
(Ps 17)

Father, May people find in your word the food of salvation and the fountain of life.
Amen

[ajusmc]

Bless the Lord, all you angels of the Lord.
Sing his glory and praise forever.
(Dan. 3)

God our Father, in your loving providence you send your holy angels to watch over us.
Hear our prayers, defend us always by their protection and let us share your life with them forever.
Amen