Pauca Verba is Latin for A Few Words.

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Sunday Intercessions ~ Second Sunday of Lent




In the Transfiguration/ the Lord gives us a window into his Resurrection,/ but also a vision of ourselves and humanity/ healed and made whole./ We pray to be promoters of that vision by works of mercy this Lent./ We pray to the Lord.

We pray for families everywhere/ in all their variety and trouble,/ asking for them to be supported,/ welcomed and loved./ We pray to the Lord.

Pope Francis has returned to Rome after his journey to Mexico./ Guide the people of that wounded and troubled land./ Bless the pope with safety and strength in his global ministry./ We pray to the Lord.

We pray for prisoners in every place,/ especially those who are young/ and for their personal growth and the restoration of their dignity./ And for the healing of all who have been victimized by crimes./ We pray to the Lord. 

In an election year we pray for those who seek public office,/ asking for them to be decent and upright servants of the common good./We pray to the Lord. 

In the cold time we pray for those who lack shelter,/ heat,/ right clothing or a job./ We pray as well for those who operate shelters and kitchens to give comfort and support./ We pray to the Lord.

Heal the sick,/ encourage the dis-spirited,/ restore addicts and those with troubled minds./ And lead those who have died to the fullest realization of your mercy./ We pray to the Lord.