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Bidding Prayers: 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, 23rd January 2022

CELEBRANT

With hearts filled with confidence we bring before our Father in heaven all our needs and concerns.

READER

We pray that Pope Francis will inspire young people throughout the world, we ask that the faith of young people is nurtured and encouraged so that they may carry the message of God’s love to others. Lord hear us

We pray for the people of Tonga as they struggle in the wake of the volcanic eruption and tsunami. May aid and essential supplies reach them quickly together with the support they will require to sustain life and rebuild their communities. Lord hear us

May we take opportunities this week to build bridges of trust in all our relationships. Help us all to grow in understanding and make us kinder and more considerate to members of our families, friends and work colleagues. Lord hear us

We remember all those working in the NHS and care services. May they receive the resources they require and grant them every blessing as they face the daily challenge of improving the quality of life for their patients. Lord hear us

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

We ask Mary our mother to watch over and guide us as we pray; Hail Mary………

CELEBRANT

Father, you call all peoples to fullness of life in your Son, Jesus Christ. Hear our prayers and by them draw us closer to you. We ask this through Christ our Lord Amen