Ascencion Sunday the Beginning of Our Mission : Prayers of the Faithful

Prayers of the Faithful

(Feast of the Ascension of the Lord)

(Priest):                        Entering heaven, Christ appears before God on our behalf. We therefore pray to the Lord with a sincere heart and in absolute trust, as we say:

“Lord, draw us close to you”

(Reader):

·       That the Holy Father Francis, bishops, priests, religious and lay leaders may be fired by the Holy Spirit whom the Father sends in Jesus’ name and may boldly proclaim the Gospel to all nations, races, and cultures, we pray: (R)

·       That the Holy Spirit whom the Father sends in Jesus’ name may help our religious and  political leaders to be wise and simple in the exercise of authority and leadership, we pray: (R)

·       That communication professionals, parents, and educators may use wisdom and discernment in the use of the media, for their decisions greatly affect children and young people, we pray: (R)

·       That there may be more practical  initiatives aimed at eliminating the risks to the wellbeing of the children posed by the media, and may children always find in the media a source of support, encouragement, and  inspiration, we pray: (R)

·       May all engaged in the media recognize that they are truly stewards and administrators of an immense spiritual power that belongs to the patrimony of humanity and is meant to enrich the human community, we pray: (R)

(Priest):                        God our Father, we, your children rejoice in the ascension of your Son. Fill us with hope in this life. May we be your faithful witnesses now until the time we join you in heaven, for ever and ever. Amen.