Petitions for 5/11/08

Pentecost Sunday
Cycle A: May 11, 2008
General Intercessions


Our Response is Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may continue to bring the Spirit of Christ to the world, especially to all who are searching for truth and wholeness, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the unity of the human family: that the divisions between Christians may cease, and that the walls that divide believers may fall, allowing us to pray and grow together as God's people, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the people of Burma and all who are suffering from natural disasters: that God will give them strength, protect them from disease, and speed the assistance they need, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For all who are graduating this spring: that God will guide them to places that are life-giving, opportunities to use their gifts and knowledge, and to friends who will call forth the best within them, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that the Spirit of Peace may guide us to new ways to end hostilities, remove barriers and misunderstandings, and heal old wounds with the people we care about, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer



For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now...
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)

Petitions for 5/4/08

Seventh Sunday of Easter
Cycle A: May 4, 2008
General Intercessions


Our Response is Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may know God as the source of our life, and continue to witness the Resurrection, and build up the Body of Christ, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all nations, and for all people: that the Good News which frees hearts and brings conversion may be preached to all, and that it may bring forth a new flowering of peace and justice in the world, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all who are sick, or facing surgery: that God's love may bring healing, hope, and courage to their hearts, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For students as they begin their final examinations, papers, and projects for the semester: that God will help them recall all that they have learned, clearly express their insights, and make good use of their new knowledge, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that we may devote ourselves to prayer, open our hearts to God's Word, and strive to do God's will every day, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer


For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now...
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)

Petitions for 4/27/08

Sixth Sunday of Easter
Cycle A: April 27, 2008
General Intercessions


Our Response is Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the Church: that the Spirit of God will heal the wounds and misunderstandings in the Body of Christ and lead us to a greater unity of mind and action as we confront evil, and work to ease human suffering, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For peace: that Good will inspire world leaders with new ways to correct injustice, establish peace, and promote the good of the human family, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the wisdom to care for the earth: that God will give us insight and courage as we seek to preserve God's gifts of water, land, and climate for the good of the children who will come after us, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For a new spirit in our personal interactions: that we may speak with reverence and gentleness to one another, recognizing that we are sisters and brothers in Christ , we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that we may find hope, and remain always confident in God's love toward us despite hardship and ill-spoken words against us, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer



For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now...
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)

Petitions for 4/20/08

Fifth Sunday of Easter
Cycle A: April 20, 2008
General Intercessions

Our Response is Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may live as a chosen people, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For Pope Benedict XVI: that God will make his ministry fruitful in the United States, and help us to grow toward greater unity and love, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all world leaders: that they may work together to protect human life and dignity, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all who are struggling to understand Christ: that the Spirit will lead them to recognize the works of God in their lives and in the world, so that they may be seized by the Word of Life, and find their place in God's house, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that Christ may be our way, our truth, and our life in all areas of our lives, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer



For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now…
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)

Petitions for 4/13/08

MS Word Document

Fourth Sunday of Easter
Cycle A: April 13, 2008
General Intercessions

Our Response is Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the Church: that we will faithfully help others find Christ through our words, our deeds, and our lives, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the growth of peace in human hearts: that God will give new vision and courage to all who resist violence and strive to honor the dignity of each person, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all who work to restore life and bring healing: for medical personnel, for counselors, and for chaplains: that God will make them instruments of life and guide them as they care for those who are ill, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all who have fallen ill, and for those broken in spirit: that they may find healing and renewal in Christ, whose cross brought life and revitalization to all, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For those who are suffering from the powers of nature and weather: that God will sustain all who are suffering and give courage to all who are seeking to assist them, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that our hearts and spirits may be open to hear the voice of the Good Shepherd, and follow confidently wherever the voice of God leads us, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now…
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)

Petitions for 4/6/08

MS Word Document

Third Sunday of Easter
Cycle A: April 6, 2008
General Intercessions

Our Response is Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may grow in our awareness and recognition of Christ, who is ever present with us, and at work in our lives, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For Pope Benedict’s journey to the United States: that God will inspire his words and open hearts to his message, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all who are on a journey: for missionaries, for refugees, for refugees, for members of the military, and for aid workers: that they may know God’s presence with them, and travel safely to their destinations, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all who are struggling with belief, and for those who have left the Christian community: that they may discover God’s presence in new and surprising places, and be renewed in faith and hope, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For a deeper appreciation of the gift of the Eucharist: that we may be strengthened each week as we celebrate God’s love in the liturgy, and come to recognize Jesus more readily in our lives, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that we will grow in our love of God, and announce the Good News with conviction and courage, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now…
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)

Petitions for 3/30/08

Divine Mercy Sunday
Second Sunday of Easter
Cycle A: March 30, 2008
General Intercessions

Our Response is Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may devote ourselves to breaking the bread of Christ, to growing in prayer, and to listening to Scripture, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For peace in the world from violent conflict: that the Risen Christ's gift of peace may settle in the hearts of all, and guide us away from violence and revenge, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the grace to be instruments of forgiveness: that we may forgive those who have wronged us, and to help others feel the same renewing power of forgiveness and reconciliation, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For all those who devote their lives to the care of others, especially for relief and aid workers: that God will give them strength and courage to assist those who are in need, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that as we break the bread and share the cup, we may recognize more fully the Risen Lord in our midst, we pray to the Lord:
Risen Lord, Listen to Our Prayer

For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now…
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)