CELEBRANT:   As we continue our Lenten journey, let us present our needs to God with greater confidence than ever.
 
†  For Pope Francis, Bishop Folda and all clergy: that they continue to lead us to a deeper renewal so that we may bear abundant fruit and be vibrant disciples…. Let us pray to the Lord.
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
 
† For all world leaders: that they will be motivated by true concern and compassion for those most in need.....Let us pray to the Lord.
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
 
†  For those in our RCIA program: that they may experience a deeper awareness of God’s
loving and life-transforming presence in their lives….. Let us pray to the Lord.
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
 
†  For our youth celebrating their Solemn Communion: that they will always remember
this day with great joy as they receive the sacrament of love – the Eucharist..... Let us pray
to the Lord.                                                                                                             
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
 
† For each of us here: that we may more fervently long for the Bread of Life....Let us pray to the Lord.
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
 
†  For those on our parish prayer list: that God will heal their bodies, minds, and spirits and restore them to wholeness.....Let us pray to the Lord.  
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
 
†  For all who have died: that they may be purified of sin and welcomed to the glory of heaven..... Let us pray to the Lord.                                                                                                             
R: Lord, Hear our Prayer.
  
CELEBRANT:  Loving Father, as you hear our prayers, bless us with the gift of repentance. May our lives bear the fruit of holiness. We ask this through Christ our Lord.
R. Amen