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Invitatory
Thursday in the 10th week of Ordinary Time
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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.
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Ellen R.
on June 12th, 2025 at 8:25
O Lord, grant peace of mind, tranquility of soul, and ease of physical pain for my dearest and most beloved friend today.
Lei
on June 12th, 2025 at 3:58
Lord please heal me and help me that I will be able to concentrate in my review for my upcoming exam on June 25. It's very close. I only have few days left to prepare. It's hard for me to concentrate. I am in so much emotional pain going on. Have mercy on me Lord! I pray also for Justin S.intentions
Michael O.
on June 12th, 2025 at 3:33
Please pray for my check up tomorrow to the GP. That all be well. Thank you very much.
Melanie
on June 12th, 2025 at 0:40
For the repose of Margaret's soul and peace on her family as they prepare for her funeral. Amen.
Russell
on June 12th, 2025 at 0:00
Prayers in Petition and Thanksgiving My Special Intentions, For Pope Leo XIV, For all the Clergy, For all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, For the Protection and Safety of the Unborn, For the Persecuted and Suffering, For my Family, For peace in the world, For those struggling with illness. God Bless!
Fr C.
on June 12th, 2025 at 0:00
Lord, purify our hearts and deepen our righteousness. Help us seek peace, forgive others, and be reconciled in love. Keep anger far from us, and teach us to live with mercy and humility, that we may truly reflect Your justice and enter Your kingdom. Amen.
Lisa T.
on June 11th, 2025 at 21:13
Please pray for the repose of the souls of Charlie M., Joe C., Deirdre T., Kathy K. Also please pray for the healing of Nancy’s wrist, Donna’s gallbladder surgery and Samarie’s neurological restoration from a stroke, all of the holy souls in purgatory, all those suffering all over the world
Chloe G.
on June 11th, 2025 at 17:36
Myprayer when I enter the Chapel or a Church: Most holy, majestic, and undivided Trinity, I kneel before You in humble adoration. Infuse me with Your spirit , love, and grace so that I may walk worthily in Your footsteps this day.
David T.
on June 11th, 2025 at 12:55
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on June 11th, 2025 at 12:50
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David T.
on June 11th, 2025 at 12:43
Prayers-Pope Leo,Fr Mark,Fr Richard,Fr Jesus,Fr David,Fr Charles,Fr James,Fr Soney,Fr Luis,fr Bernard, Fr Jerry,Fr Pat,Fr Ted,Fr Earl,FR Mike,Fr Joe,Fr Chris,Fr D,Fr Austin,Fr Marion,Fr Matlak,Fr Mark-Mary, Dcns -Manuel,Manny,Gary,Will,Ernie,Glenn,Fernando, & Vilchis, Srs - Paulea,Sheila, & Kathy
Mary
on June 11th, 2025 at 10:30
Do you have a problem? Please know that I pray for you. Are you sad and lonely? Please know that I live by myself, too, and remember you with prayer. Are you happy? Please know that I thank God for his generosity to you. Are you in despair? Please know that Jesus is with you in your time of pain.
Rhonda G.
on June 11th, 2025 at 10:04
Lord God, Thank you for every breath given and for this day-Through your Son Jesus Christ.Saint Barnabas, pray for us. Amen
Chloe G.
on June 11th, 2025 at 7:29
Let us always use the O - R method ! be OPEN to God's word in your life. REFLECT on His messages with the help of our Mother Mary.
wendy R.
on June 11th, 2025 at 6:02
Jesus help us to trust completely in your divine plan for my family at this time. We are trying to retire and now our daughter Bridget has a very severe colorectal cancer at age thirty one! Thanks for your prayers and for my son Nathan who’s having his colonoscopy today!
Melanie
on June 11th, 2025 at 0:15
For my parish priest Fr John to have peace and serenity during a time of spiritual warfare on our Catholic schools. May he stay steadfast in hope. Amen.
Georgene
on June 11th, 2025 at 0:00
Lord, I again ask for help for Evan, who suffered so terribly from his bike accident a year ago, through the intercession of Your Divine Son. Thank you for allowing the healing he has experienced to progress, utilizing his body with help, and for the love and perseverance of his parents and wife.
Russell
on June 11th, 2025 at 0:00
Prayers in Petition and Thanksgiving My Special Intentions, For Pope Leo XIV, For all the Clergy, For all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, For the Protection and Safety of the Unborn, For the Persecuted and Suffering, For my Family, For peace in the world, For those struggling with illness. God Bless!
psalm118verse24
on June 11th, 2025 at 0:00
For my neighbor Molly who is having surgery for breast cancer today, we pray to the Lord.
Fr C.
on June 11th, 2025 at 0:00
Lord God, as You worked through Saint Barnabas, fill us with faith, encouragement, and zeal. Help us, like him, to rejoice in Your grace, strengthen others, and boldly share the Gospel. Guide us by Your Spirit to be true sons and daughters of consolation. Amen.
Kathryn M.
on June 10th, 2025 at 17:40
Dear Lord, We pray for all the war torn countries and innocent ones caught up in this violence... please bring your healing, peace and justice for the people...break the power of those choosing violence and may the Holy Spirit comfort the afflicted. Amen, Alleluia.
Chloe G.
on June 10th, 2025 at 9:55
Our Lord told us to be the salt of the earth and light of the world so...since I'm in a salt shaker, I hope that Ican receive a few "shake ups" ( known as suffering physically or mentally. As for being the light of the world, if I need a new battery ( since I'm a little flashlight ) I'll get one !
Georgene
on June 10th, 2025 at 8:52
Lord, I entreat You through the intercession of Your Divine Son, Your angels, and saints, especially St. Francis of Assisi, for Your Grace and help in navigating a most challenging day. Help me think and speak helpful words, reign in my temper, speak softly, and trust in Your Trinity. Amen.
ingrid b.
on June 10th, 2025 at 8:46
Lord, Please bless me with a new remote job so I can go take care of my dad in Costa Rica, and help my sister find a caretaker to help with his memory. I would like him to stay at home and I would like to go and be with him and help my sister. Please grant me employment I can take with me. amen
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