CELEBRANT
Heavenly Father, rejoicing in the gifts of the Holy Spirit that you have given to us, we ask you to hear the prayers that we offer in confidence.
RESPONSE: Holy Spirit renew the face of the Earth
READER
We pray that the gift of wisdom will guide Pope Francis and all religious leaders as they inspire hope and courage to a world which must rebuild communities emerging from the coronavirus pandemic. Holy Spirit renew the face of the Earth
We pray that the gift of peace will direct governments and business leaders to comfort and reassure people who are filled with uncertainty and anxiety about the future security of their families and employment. Holy Spirit renew the face of the Earth
We pray that the gift of hope will touch the hearts of all those who have experienced loss during the period of Covid 19 lockdown. Whether it takes the form of bereavement, loneliness or job insecurity, may people find hope, encouragement and support as they rebuild their lives. Holy Spirit renew the face of the Earth
We pray that the Holy Spirit will brighten the darkness in our lives and fill us with healing and the joy of knowing God’s presence. Holy Spirit renew the face of the Earth
Let us pause for a moment is silence as we bring to the Lord our personal prayers and intentions……. Holy Spirit renew the face of the Earth
We ask Mary of the Visitation and the Upper Room to pray with us: Hail Mary………………………………
CELEBRANT
May the outpouring of your Holy Spirit, O Lord, fill our hearts with love so that we may reach out and bring all people into God’s family throughout the world. We ask this though Christ our Lord. Amen