Fourth Sunday of Lent
Brothers and sisters, as we continue our Lenten journey, let us offer ourselves as a living and holy sacrifice by seeking the Lord for our needs and those of the whole world.
For our Patriarch and all Bishops, as successors of the apostles: that they may be led and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For the Persecuted Church and for the conversion of those who oppress Her.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For government leaders: that they may work tirelessly for true justice which is the foundation for real peace.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For godly leadership to be raised up in the Church and in society to model righteous living.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For future generations: that there may be an increase in vocations to the Priesthood, Diaconate, and other Christian ministries.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For the conversion of Islam and other world religions and philosophies that are in opposition to the Word of Truth.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For our own special intentions. (Pause)
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
Merciful Father, hear our prayer and give us eyes to see, ears to hear and a heart to respond to the leading of Your Holy Spirit. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
