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Bidding Prayers: 5th Sunday of Easter, 2nd May 2021

CELEBRANT

Lord God, Jesus told us not to let our hearts be troubled, to trust in you and trust in him, we bring our prayers with confidence in his infinite love.

READER

We pray for Pope Francis: may he be strengthened and supported in this Easter season to proclaim to all people the joy of the Gospel and inspire within us a concern for the needs of the vulnerable in our community. Risen Lord hear our prayer

As the Coronavirus devastates India, we remember the families who have lost loved ones. We pray that urgent medical help will reach the most vulnerable and medical supplies and expertise will help alleviate the suffering. Risen Lord hear our prayer

For all survivors of sexual abuse; May they come to know, once again, the compassionate love of God and find healing and hope in the risen Lord. Risen Lord hear our prayer

We pray for ourselves: that we may be willing to cultivate our relationship with God seeking an ever-deepening relationship with him. Help us to reflect the love of God in our daily interaction with those closest to us. May we always see the positive side of life and remain hopeful. Risen Lord hear our prayer

Let us pause for a moment in silence as we bring to the Lord our personal prayers and intentions………Risen Lord hear our prayer

We ask our blessed mother Queen of the May to watch over, guide and protect us as we pray; Hail Mary……………………….

CELEBRANT

Heavenly Father we give thanks for your unfailing love and ask that we will always remain close to you as we journey through our daily life, through Christ Our Lord. Amen