Proper 6
Brothers and sisters, since we have been justified in Christ, we have access to the God the Father. Therefore, let us bring the needs of the entire world before Him.
That the Church may boldly proclaim “the Kingdom of God is at hand”.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That governments may enact laws that encourage freedom of religion and the furthering of the Gospel.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That Churches in Third World countries may be provided with the necessary resources to further God’s Kingdom and to meet the needs of their people.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That the hearts of parents may be turned to their children and the hearts of children to their parents.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That the people of God may have Christ’s heart for the lost and demonstrate to them, in word and deed, the love that God has demonstrated to us.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That just as the Apostles responded to the call of Jesus, many may respond to His call to the Priesthood, Deaconate and other Christian ministries.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
That our lives, like that of Jesus, may be a perpetual living glorification of God the Father.
Lord in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
Heavenly Father, You demonstrated Your love to us in sending Your Son Jesus. Hear our prayer and give us the grace to love others as He has loved us.
Amen.