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St. James, Ap
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Lord, open my lips.
— And my mouth will proclaim your praise.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
Psalm 67
O God, be gracious and bless us
and let your face shed its light upon us.
So will your ways be known upon earth
and all nations learn your saving help.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
Let the peoples praise you, O God;
let all the peoples praise you.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
Let the nations be glad and exult
for you rule the world with justice.
With fairness you rule the peoples,
you guide the nations on earth.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
Let the peoples praise you, O God;
let all the peoples praise you.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
The earth has yielded its fruit
for God, our God, has blessed us.
May God still give us his blessing
till the ends of the earth revere him.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:
— as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
Ant. Come into the Lord’s presence singing for joy.
Recent prayer requests from community members
David Teegarden
on July 25th, 2024 at 20:00
Pray for the repose of the souls of Msgr. Philip, Bill, John, Ed, James, Bud, Rock, Donna, Judy. May their souls and all the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace May Blessed Mother Mary carry these souls home to the Father. Please keep Den. Manuel and Elena in your prayers also (cancer)
David Teegarden
on July 25th, 2024 at 19:56
prayers- Fr Mark, Fr Richard, Fr Jesus, Fr David, Fr Jerry, Fr Pat, Fr Ted, Fr Earl, Fr Mike, Fr Joe, Fr Chris, Fr D. Healing- Miguel, Missy, Kathy, Steve, Theresa, Tom, Bob, Rocky, Joe R, Joe V, Katy, Krystal, Laura, Seth, Ruth. Rochelle, Barbara, Christa, Jill, Betty, uncle, friend with dementia
Rebecca Justin
on July 25th, 2024 at 18:08
For my friend Barb, who has recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer which has spread to her liver, may the Lord bless her with a quality of life as she begins chemotherapy and May she be blessed with Grace from our Lord to endure whatever May come.
Rebecca Justin
on July 25th, 2024 at 18:05
For my friend Barb, who has recently been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer which has spread to her liver, may the Lord bless her with a quality of life as she begins chemotherapy and May she be blessed with Grace from our Lord to endure whatever May come.
David Teegarden
on July 25th, 2024 at 12:00
Pray for the repose of the holy souls of Msgr. Philip, Bill, John, Ed ,James, Bud, Rock, Donna Archie, Judy. May their souls and all the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace. Continued prayers for Deacon Manuel and his wife Elena as she battles cancer.
David Teegarden
on July 25th, 2024 at 11:57
Prayers- Fr Mark, FR Richard, Fr, Jesus, Fr David, Fr Jerry, Fr Pat, Fr Ted, Fr Earl, Fr Mike, Fr Joe, Fr Chris, fr D. Healing-Miguel, Missy, Kathy, Steve, Theresa, Tom, Bob, Rocky, Joe R, Joe V, Laura, Katy, Krystal, Seth, Ruth, Rochelle, Barbara, Cristina, Jill, Betty, uncle, Friend with dementia
c h
on July 25th, 2024 at 11:35
For Brian and Nicole, employment etc. Father you know , I ask in Jesus Name. Amen.
Kelly
on July 25th, 2024 at 11:28
Urgent prayers needed for Kathy. She has multiple cancers and is undergoing surgery today! Asking the Lord for a miracle.
c h
on July 25th, 2024 at 11:25
Happy Birthday to our daughter Kimberly. May God keep you safe, protect you and bless you always. Amen.
Dee
on July 25th, 2024 at 10:26
My Mom fell and broke her hip and will have surgery soon. Please pray for healing and strength.
Jack Sullivan
on July 25th, 2024 at 10:24
For the intentions of St. James, St. Christopher, and the nations / groups of people to whom they are entrusted as patrons. [i.e. Spain, pilgrims, travelers]
Rhonda George
on July 25th, 2024 at 9:10
Jesus-we pray for your Mercy on All Mankind---
Rhonda George
on July 25th, 2024 at 9:06
Thank You-Eternal Father for the Apostle, St. James-Pray for us-
Glenda Myrstol
on July 25th, 2024 at 8:36
For special intentions for my son and myself…amen
Bernadette Tan-Lutz
on July 25th, 2024 at 4:45
St. James, Ap pray for us & the whole Catholic Church! Amen
Georgene
on July 25th, 2024 at 1:29
Heavenly Father, Please, through the intercessions of Your Son and the angels and saints, especially James, watch over and aid, if possible, a young man (36 years old) who had a heart transplant on Thursday and has just come off sedation. He is in Your hands. Thank you.
Judith Newell
on July 25th, 2024 at 0:00
Dear Jack....I know you are with the Lord....I think of you and miss you every day and am aware of your loving presence....please pray for all of us who miss and love you...
Marie
on July 24th, 2024 at 23:01
Prayers for the family of a 21 year old that passed last week of cancer. May God comfort them in their suffering.
Marie
on July 24th, 2024 at 22:59
God bless the elderly, the young, the sick and those that are on hospice care. Please bless their families also. Saint Michael protect them & Saint Jude heal them all in accordance with Gods holy will.
Marie
on July 24th, 2024 at 22:55
God bless us who lack ability to comprehend or hear Gods word. Forgive us who hear Gods word but do not respond or respect guide us that are completely dependent on God for everything Please pray for my sons that were involved in an accident this evening resulting in heart ache guide & protect them
Victoria
on July 24th, 2024 at 21:59
Lord, I pray for the divine healing of Jay's mother Tony. Please keep her on this earth to see her son happy and her grandchildren grow for many years to come. We pray for this miracle. Amen
Debra
on July 24th, 2024 at 12:06
Continue to pray for the mom who is scheduled to abort her twins. She is 4 1/2 months pregnant. Praise God that she has missed two appointments! Lord please send down your angels to protect these babies and comfort the mother and all mothers who are abortion minded. All children are gifts from God!
Christian Gonzalez
on July 24th, 2024 at 11:52
That I may receive grace and understanding with my sudden and now most likely permanent deafness in my right ear. Also, in thanksgiving for the doctors and all the medical staff who have taken care of me for the last two months. May God bless them and their work.
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