Third Sunday of Easter
Brothers and sisters, the ears of the Lord are open to the righteous. Therefore, let us confidently entrust our needs to Him.
That our Patriarch, all Bishops, Priests and Deacons may live lives holy and pleasing to the Lord and be living examples for His people.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That the Holy Spirit may empower the words of those who preach the Gospel to convert the hearts of those who hear It’s message.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That nations may put aside their differences and seek lasting peace.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That those who have wandered from the faith may repent and return to the Lord.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That we may forgive others as we have been forgiven.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That we may see Jesus in the poor, the prisoner, the addicted and the homeless.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That we may recognize Jesus’ presence among us in the breaking of the Eucharistic Bread.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
For our own special intentions. (Pause)
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
Father in heaven, You sent Jesus to redeem us and to purify for Yourself a people to be Your very own. Hear our prayer and give us the grace to pursue holiness for You are Holy. We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
