Prayers of the Faithful

To be offered by Traci McLaughlin, sister to Tom and Kim.

For our pope Benedict, our bishop George, and all who minister to the Church, that they may lead all of us to love one another as the Father loves us.

We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.

For the leaders of our country and all political leaders, that they continue to promote true justice and peace for all.
We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.

For the sick, lonely and the poor people of the world, that through our prayers of love and concern they will be blessed.

We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.

For all who have chosen marriage as their vocation, that their love for one another fosters growth and deepens the faith of all whom they meet.

We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.

For our relatives and friends gathered here, that they always share the faith, hope and love they have with their families.

We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.

For Tom and Kim who have been married here today, that their lives may be blessed with love and graced with lasting peace and health.

We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.

For all who have died, may they be experiencing eternal joy with the everlasting God of love.

We pray to the Lord...
R. Lord, hear our prayer.