UNIVERSAL PRAYER
The Ascension of the Lord
Sunday 24 May 2020
Brothers and sisters, with Christ ascended into heaven, let us bring our prayers to the Lord.
That the Holy Church will continue to bear witness to the Gospel with grace and courage.
In your glory: Lord, hear our prayer.
That all considering vocations to the priesthood, the deaconate and lay ministry will be lead in their calling by Christ the high priest.
In your glory: Lord, hear our prayer.
That young Christians will turn to God for strength, remembering that Jesus is at their side at all times.
In your glory: Lord, hear our prayer.
That our parish community may be inspired by the joy and hope of Christ’s Ascension into heaven.
In your glory: Lord, hear our prayer.
That the sick will be strengthened by God’s abundant mercy, especially all who suffer the effects of Covid-19.
In your glory: Lord, hear our prayer.
That those who have died will ascend to glory with Christ our Savior, especially Joyce Nelson, Reverend Michael Patrick Dineen, and all our beloved dead.
In your glory: Lord, hear our prayer.
God our Father, your Son is with you, at your right hand. Hear our prayers and help us to glorify the work of our Savior now enthroned in glory, through prayer, word, and actions. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
