Prayers of the Faithful Thirteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time 2 July 2023
For the Church: that we who have died with Christ in baptism may recognize our dignity in being children of God and sisters and brothers to one another.We pray to the Lord.
For wisdom: that we may embrace the paradox that our effort to control life produces no results while surrendering to God will provide abundant life.We pray to the Lord.
For the grace of insight: that we may love our spouse and family as God loves them and be a source of encouragement toward a fuller response to all that God asks of them. We pray to the Lord.
For a spirit of hospitality: that we may welcome all who enter our lives as we would welcome Christ with great love and generously share our time and talents with them. We pray to the Lord.
For all youth: that God will guide them through the challenges and confusion of life and help them grow to the fullest potential. We pray to the Lord.
For all who are suffering: that God strengthen all who are facing the power of nature, guide all who are in difficult relationships, and give peace to all who are wrongly judged or misunderstood. We pray to the Lord.
For all who have died, particularly those who have served our nation: that they may live in the peace of God’s presence forever. We pray to the Lord.
