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Saints Marcellinus and Peter, Martyrs or Monday 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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Kelly
on June 2nd, 2025 at 8:17
In Thanksgiving for the Lord's faithfulness, and for all of your prayers. Chris was released from the hospital yesterday and now begins his recovery from home. Please continue in your prayers for him and our daughter Melissa. For strength, and and outpouring of the Holy spirit.
Glenda M.
on June 2nd, 2025 at 8:05
For my daughters dermatologist appt today that she is clear of melanoma…for my so special intentions…
Sipho M.
on June 2nd, 2025 at 5:27
My wife (JM) and I(SM) have been under sustained spiritual attack since 2018—manifesting in discouragement, strained relationships, and repeated professional, financial and legal setbacks despite our prayers. We’re asking the body of Christ to agree with us that every scheme of the enemy be broken,
Jason
on June 2nd, 2025 at 5:14
For focus and concentration with completing readings, drafts and essay
Bernadette T.
on June 2nd, 2025 at 5:03
Sts. Marcellinus & Peter, Martyrs pray for us! Amen
Melanie
on June 2nd, 2025 at 0:45
In thanksgiving for God's grace on our morning retreat. Also for last nights sunset...its beauty reminding me of how deep and ever lasting God's love is.
Georgene
on June 2nd, 2025 at 0:39
Father, I thank you for Paul's improvement and the decisions being made about his wife's living accommodations. Thank you for the presence, love, and care from their daughter. With the intercession of Jesus, Your Son, I continue to pray for this family. Amen.
Georgene
on June 2nd, 2025 at 0:33
Lord, through the intercession of Your Divine Son and all Your angels and saints, show L & S aid and comfort both mentally and physically. And bring peace and wisdom to their families and caregivers. Amen.
Russell
on June 2nd, 2025 at 0:00
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!
David
on June 2nd, 2025 at 0:00
For my three adult children to find Catholic spouses
Fr C.
on June 2nd, 2025 at 0:00
Jesus, You have overcome the world. Though we face trials, help us trust in Your peace and courage. When troubles come, remind us that You have conquered all, and in You, we find hope and strength. Keep us steadfast, knowing Your victory brings us lasting peace. Amen.
David T.
on June 1st, 2025 at 14:28
Repose of souls-Pope Francis,Msgr Philip,Msgr Kirk,Fr.Neil,Fr Eric,Fr john,Fr McDermott,Fr Arturo, Dcn Mac,Srs -Anne-elizabeth,Katherine, & Sarah,Jon,Bill,Ed,James,Bud,Steve,Shawn,Al,Rock,Archie, Donna,Shirley,Judy,Billy,Elena,Rosemary,Carol,Charlotte,Chelsey,David,Sandy,Regina,Eddie,Noel
David T.
on June 1st, 2025 at 14:23
Healing-Fr Mike,Miguel,Missy,Grace,Kim,Joe V,Joan,Joe R, Larry,Katy,Krystal,Jill,Jake,Otto,Luke,Laura, Sophie,Jackie,,Lyndon,Helen,Diane,Patti,Kathy R,Kathy G,Jeff,Frank,Barbara,Christy,Christina,Suzy,John, Terry,Bill,Bob & Ttherona,Darla & Bob,OCDS & KC families,Manuel,Jim,Marie,Jose
David T.
on June 1st, 2025 at 14:17
prayers-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,Dcn Manny, Dcn Manuel,Dcn Gary,Dcn Will,Dcn Ernie,Dcn Glenn,Dcn Fernando,Dcn Vilchis,Srs Paulea,Sheila,
Chloe G.
on June 1st, 2025 at 12:55
Jesus keeps telling me to share His love and He wants me to share it with everyne that I meet so...here's to you, my freinds in Christ...I share it with you!
Anthony
on June 1st, 2025 at 12:16
Prayers for all the seminarians to be ordained this year. May the Holy Spirit guide and protect them throughout their entire vocation.
Rhonda G.
on June 1st, 2025 at 2:49
Thanks be to God, for The Ascension of the Lord-
Russell
on June 1st, 2025 at 0:00
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!
David
on June 1st, 2025 at 0:00
For the Holy Spirit to overshadow and shower grace and wisdom upon Pope Leo XIV as he Shepherds the faithful.
Fr C.
on June 1st, 2025 at 0:00
Lord Jesus, as You ascended in glory, we rejoice in Your triumph and await Your return. Strengthen our faith, fill us with Your Spirit, and send us as witnesses to the ends of the earth. Help us keep our eyes on Heaven while serving You on earth. Amen.
Troy D.
on May 31st, 2025 at 23:41
I may or may not have gotten to others I am not going to celebrate or despair God is who he is
Margaret R.
on May 31st, 2025 at 23:23
May 31, 2025. On Our Lady of Queenship Feast Day, a heartfelt thanksgiving to Mama Mary for her love and connected me to amazing missionaries, Marians, & Legion of Mary, to grow my faith. I am requesting special prayers for the intentions of Pope Leo 14, spiritual directors and benefactors. In Mary.
Chloe G.
on May 31st, 2025 at 18:01
Mary told us that God does great things for us so...what "great things" can I thank God for? Too numerous to share!
Melanie K.
on May 31st, 2025 at 17:30
Mother Mary, please intercede for my husband as he battles throat and lung cancer. Ask, I pray, that he be granted the courage and strength to persevere, as well as the desire to offer his suffering up to your Son, Jesus.
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