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Saint Norbert, Bishop or Friday in the 7th week of Easter Season
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Invitatory from Ascension to Pentecost
Lord, open my lips.
— And my mouth will proclaim your praise.
Ant. Come, let us adore Christ the Lord who promised to send the Holy Spirit on his people, alleluia.
Psalm 100
Cry out with joy to the Lord, all the earth.
Serve the Lord with gladness.
Come before him, singing for joy.
Ant. Come, let us adore Christ the Lord who promised to send the Holy Spirit on his people, alleluia.
Know that he, the Lord, is God.
He made us, we belong to him,
we are his people, the sheep of his flock.
Ant. Come, let us adore Christ the Lord who promised to send the Holy Spirit on his people, alleluia.
Go within his gates, giving thanks.
Enter his courts with songs of praise.
Give thanks to him and bless his name.
Ant. Come, let us adore Christ the Lord who promised to send the Holy Spirit on his people, alleluia.
Indeed, how good is the Lord,
eternal his merciful love.
He is faithful from age to age.
Ant. Come, let us adore Christ the Lord who promised to send the Holy Spirit on his people, alleluia.
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, let us adore Christ the Lord who promised to send the Holy Spirit on his people, alleluia.
Intercessory Prayers
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David T.
on June 6th, 2025 at 12:13
Repose of souls-Pope Francis,Msgrs. Philip & Kirk,Frs - Neil,Eric,Arnold,John,Arturo, Dcn Mac, Srs.- Anne-Elizabeth,Katherine, & Sarah,Bill,John,Ed,James,Shawn,Al,Steve,Bud,Rock,Archie,Donna, Judy,Shirley,Elena,Rosemary,Carol,Charlotte,Chelsey,David,Sandy,Regina,Eddie,Billy,Fr McDermott,Noel
David T.
on June 6th, 2025 at 12:06
Healing-Fr Mike,Miguel,Missy,Grace,Kim,Joe V,Joan,Joe R,Larry,Katy,Krystal,Jill,Jake,john,Terry,Bill,Otto, Luke,Laura,Diane,Patti,Sophie,Jackie,Helen,Lyndon,Barabara,Christy,Christina,Kathy G,Steve & Kathy, Jeff,Frank,Bob & Therona,Darla & Bob,Marie,Jim,Jose,OCDS & KC families,Maureen
Carol D.
on June 6th, 2025 at 12:04
Praying for eternal rest with our Lord for my Mother, Virginia, on this day her birthday.
David T.
on June 6th, 2025 at 11:59
Prayers-Pope Leo,Fr Mark,Fr Richard,Fr Jesus,Fr David,Fr Charles,Fr James,Fr Soney,Fr Luis,Fr Jerry, Fr Pat,Fr Earl,Fr Ted,Fr Mike,Fr Joe,Fr Chris,Fr D,Fr Austin,Fr Marion,Fr Matlak,Fr Mark-Mary,Fr Bernard, DCNS -Manuel,Manny,Gary,Will,Ernie,Glenn,Fernando,Vilchis,Srs -Paulea,Sheila, Kathy
Jack S.
on June 6th, 2025 at 11:03
For peace between China and Taiwan. For any Chinese invasion effort to catastrophically fail and backfire on China if an attempt is made to conquer Taiwan. Through the intercession of St. Michael the Archangel and Our Lady of Fatima.
Paige B.
on June 6th, 2025 at 9:10
Please pray for a special intention: perseverance for myself in the faith and healing from physical illness, for both me and my husband. Please pray for a full healing of our fertility. We long to welcome children of our own!
Marie C.
on June 6th, 2025 at 8:16
For the soul of my grandmother on her earthly birthday and all the holy souls in purgatory. AMEN
Chloe G.
on June 6th, 2025 at 7:26
My Lord, I certainly know that there is nothing perfect in this world. You alone are perfect! I also know that living close to You satifies me completely ! I am filled with complete joy !
Jennifer F.
on June 6th, 2025 at 6:07
five years ago my mom passed from cancer i would like to pray for her soul in hopes that she is now in heaveen and not purgatory
David
on June 6th, 2025 at 0:00
For all those suffering from any form of addiction; may they find comfort in the arms of Jesus.
Fr C.
on June 6th, 2025 at 0:00
Lord Jesus, help us love You above all. Teach us to feed Your sheep with care, humility, and faithfulness. Strengthen us to follow You, even through trials. May our lives reflect Your grace as we serve others in Your name and glorify You in all we do. Amen.
robinbatko
on June 5th, 2025 at 22:49
I have lost my savings and gone into credit card debt through an internet scam. (Just like in the movie "the Beekeeper.") Pray that I can forgive and feel God's peace. Pray that God will lead me through this and grant me a safetynet financially.
Russell
on June 5th, 2025 at 21:32
Prayers in Petition and Thanksgiving My Special Intentions, For the Repose of the Soul of Our Holy Father Pope Francis, 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, Easter50 Brothers. God Bless!
Mary
on June 5th, 2025 at 11:01
My heartfelt thanks to those who offered prayer for my mother's birthday in Heaven and for my sister's birthday. I am very grateful and will offer my Mass today for your intentions.
Mark A.
on June 5th, 2025 at 10:42
Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, That my thoughts may all be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit, That my work too, may be holy. Draw in my heart, O Holy Spirit, That I love but what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, To defend all that is holy. Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit, That I always may be holy.
Chloe G.
on June 5th, 2025 at 7:48
My dearest Lord, as I move along a path which is often full of challenges that may fill me with great anxiety, I know that without you, I wouldn't make it past the first hurdle!
Chloe G.
on June 5th, 2025 at 7:48
MydearestLord, as I move along a path which is often full of challenges that may fill me with great anxiety, I know that without you, I wouldn't make it past the first hurdle!
Timothy D.
on June 5th, 2025 at 6:49
Let us pray for those who suffer from Panic Attacks and other disorders that cause intense anxiety that overwhelms them. We pray for their treatment and care; especially that they can grow to Trust God.
Bernadette T.
on June 5th, 2025 at 6:09
St. Boniface, Bishop & Martyr please pray for the Catholic church in Germany that the " faith you taught by your lips & sealed by your blood" in this country may be revived, thru our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen
Frank H.
on June 5th, 2025 at 5:42
Lord, I pray that the current ministry grows and improves over time. Please bring more people to Christ through our our Mother, Mary.
Melanie
on June 5th, 2025 at 0:15
Tonight my brother Robert is on my heart. He's such a good man! Lord, please bless him with fulfilling work and an easy commute. Please bring him more opportunities to also have fun in life! Relieve him of any scrupulosity and reach his heart to trust you more. Amen.
Fr C.
on June 5th, 2025 at 0:00
Father, as Jesus prayed for all believers, unite us in Your love and truth. Help us to reflect Your glory and share Your love with the world. May we be one, just as You and Jesus are one, so that the world may believe in Your saving grace. Fill us with Your presence and peace. Amen.
jennifer j.
on June 4th, 2025 at 22:30
In my heart today is everyone who prayed with me for my Dad today.. Thank you. I place every single intercession prayer today and all who requested prayer in the most Sacred Heart of our LORD Jesus. And also the Divine Office team and readers. Thank you. And everyone who comes here to pray….
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