Prayers of the Faithful Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 23 July 2023
For all men and women in the second half of life: those preparing for retirement, the active retired, and the elders. we pray to the Lord.
For maturing adults (50+) who are facing significant life transitions in their activities, health, relationships, finances, or housing. we pray to the Lord.
For all retired persons who contribute time as volunteers in our parishes and in outreach to the wider community. we pray to the Lord.
For caregivers in our homes and care centers who tend to the needs of our frail elders. we pray to the Lord.
For elderly parents and godparents: that the love and respect of their children might sustain them and bring them joy . we pray to the Lord.
For all suffering from the heat: that God will cool the weather, help those who are suffering to find places of shelter, and provide the resources needed to sustain them. We pray to the Lord.
That the dead will be granted eternal rest in heaven. We pray to the Lord.
