2nd Sunday of Easter: Prayers of the Faithful

Prayers of the Faithful

(2^nd Sunday of Easter: Cycle C)

(Priest):                        Let us pray to the Lord for a living faith, that we may feel his comforting presence among us, especially in times of trials and difficulties. For each petition, we fervently say:

“Lord, increase our faith”

(Reader):

·       May the shepherds of our Church continue to grow in faith, and in this faith strengthen the people that the Lord has entrusted to them. We pray: (R)

·       May all government leaders rely on the Lord Jesus, the Good Shepherd, and from him draw inspiration and strength to serve the people with honesty, joy, and dedication. We pray: (R)

·       May those whose faith is tested in darkness and in doubt, encounter the living Lord in his Word and in prayer, and may they persevere in faith, hope, and love, and overcome all things in Christ. We pray: (R)

·       May the Filipino people think of the good of all and vote wisely, and may everyone contribute to make the election honest, peaceful, and credible. We pray: (R)

·       May the Mercy and Compassion of our Risen Lord reign in our hearts so that we can overcome recriminations, divisions, and hatred in this period of electoral campaigns. We pray: (R)

(Priest):                        Loving Father, bring healing to our land. Make us rise from our weaknesses and serve you in faith.

                   This we ask through Christ, our Lord. Amen