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Invitatory
Wednesday in the 1st week of Ordinary Time
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Lord, open my lips.
— And my mouth will proclaim your praise.
Ant. Come, let us worship before the Lord, our maker.
Psalm 95
Come, let us sing to the Lord
and shout with joy to the Rock who saves us.
Let us approach him with praise and thanksgiving
and sing joyful songs to the Lord.
Ant. Come, let us worship before the Lord, our maker.
The Lord is God, the mighty God,
the great king over all the gods.
He holds in his hands the depths of the earth
and the highest mountains as well
He made the sea; it belongs to him,
the dry land, too, for it was formed by his hands.
Ant. Come, let us worship before the Lord, our maker.
Come, then, let us bow down and worship,
bending the knee before the Lord, our maker,
For he is our God and we are his people,
the flock he shepherds.
Ant. Come, let us worship before the Lord, our maker.
Today, listen to the voice of the Lord:
Do not grow stubborn, as your fathers did in the wilderness,
when at Meriba and Massah they challenged me and provoked me,
Although they had seen all of my works.
Ant. Come, let us worship before the Lord, our maker.
Forty years I endured that generation.
I said, “They are a people whose hearts go astray
and they do not know my ways.”
So I swore in my anger,
“They shall not enter into my rest.”
Ant. Come, let us worship before the Lord, our maker.
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 worship before the Lord, our maker.
Intercessory Prayers
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Mary Murphy
on January 15th, 2025 at 7:04
For my daughter-in-law Breana, who is at Johns Hopkins waiting for a room to open up in the ER with liver troubles. And for Donovan, my son, who is having a birthday today and their son, James, who hates when Mommy goes to the hospital.
A.Therese TOCarm
on January 15th, 2025 at 6:23
For KC, that there may be solutions to ongoing medical problems and that K may have renewed hope, peace, and joy... that she may realize her belovedness in the eyes of God and entrust all to Him.
Tom
on January 15th, 2025 at 5:47
For the praise of Jesus who came among us in his mercy, and for blessings on my family, pray.
Nicholas Djebah
on January 15th, 2025 at 1:28
As we pray for those who served our country, Nigeria, in the armed forces, we remember to pray for the eternal repose of Very Rev. Fr. (Col.) Patrick Eyayomo that God will grant him eternal rest.
JANET SIENICKI
on January 14th, 2025 at 21:36
My daughter has a brain condition that does not allow us to run the furnace; she cannot be near electric heaters. We have to move heaters around the house to heat up the next room she will be in. We hang electric blankets around her. Tonight the wind chill will be -9. Pray for healing & warmth.
Marie
on January 14th, 2025 at 18:35
God bless my good friend Mary, her house & car were vandalized she is still in shock. She suffered hemorrhages from the blows to her spleen. She is still in ICD condition touch and go. She is grateful for all the loving wishes of her friends & neighbors. Hoping fuel recovery & heartache heals.
Marie
on January 14th, 2025 at 18:13
God bless all Gods children especially handicapped & mentally disabled. Witnessed a Good Samaritan saving a child today from extreme abuse. I was speechless. TY God for all your good works! We are so undeserving.
Marie
on January 14th, 2025 at 17:59
Please pray for my friend, he was admitted to the hospital for testing. He has a rare condition. Praying for the doctors and nurses treating him that by the grace of God he recovers quickly.
Marie
on January 14th, 2025 at 17:55
God bless all the consecrated Christian’s working towards peace. Give them strength in their daily emotional struggles, physical struggles and spiritual challenges.
Mary
on January 14th, 2025 at 16:08
Let's pray for all who are missing in the world. God keep them safe from harm and return them to their family. Most especially, let's remember those missing who have died at the hands of evil. May they rest in God's eternal peace.
Non
on January 14th, 2025 at 11:32
Pray for the repose and forgiveness of souls who took their own life. Pray for their surviving family members who shoulder this sorrow and emotional burdens.
David Teegarden
on January 14th, 2025 at 10:54
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, Fr Austin,DCNS-Manuel,Manny,Gary,Will,Ernie,Mac,Glenn Healing-Miguel,Missy,Patti,Diane,Kathy,Larry,Katy,Krystal, Joe V,Joe R, Laura,Sophie,Jackie,Leslie,Jake,Seth,Ruth,Barbara,Christina,Duffys
David Teegarden
on January 14th, 2025 at 10:48
Pray for the repose of the souls of Msgr Philip,Msgr Kirk,Fr Neil,Fr Eric,Fr Arnold,Sister Anne-Elizabeth Fr John.,Fr Arturo,Bill,John,Ed,James,Shawn,Bud,Rock,Archie,Donna,Judy,Billy,Shirley,my uncle, my aunt,Elena,Steve,Carol,Charlotte May the perpetual light shine upon them as they rest in peace
James B. Vincent
on January 14th, 2025 at 10:03
My Lord, My God, My King, My All.......I believe, I adore, I hope, and I love you, and I ask pardon for those who do not believe, do not love, do not hope in you. You give the peace the world cannot give. Your unfathonable love always reminding me that you love each and everyone of us.
Mary
on January 14th, 2025 at 9:47
Please pray for LaVeda as she meets with spine surgeon today. May God guide and protect all who are facing health challenges. Jesus is the GREAT PHYSICIAN - ALL PERFECT AND POWERFUL! Jesus I trust in You ALONE! You are the faithful and true, Holy God! Grant Healing especially those unable to speak.
Rocio Gomez
on January 14th, 2025 at 9:37
Her father suleman o. Priam may God's mercy be on him and his holy hand guide him and protect him and use him as an instrument for God's glory
Rocio Gomez
on January 14th, 2025 at 9:37
Her father suleman o. Priam may God's mercy be on him and his holy hand guide him and protect him and use him as an instrument for God's glory
Joseph Krsak
on January 14th, 2025 at 9:19
Wife, Anita. Relief from Fibromyalgia, intestinal issues, metabolic issues.
Tom
on January 14th, 2025 at 5:55
Let us sing for joy as God's chosen ones and give him the praise that is due, and for blessings on my family, pray.
Paul
on January 14th, 2025 at 5:31
Our parish priest in recovery from surgery and my family and our physical and spiritual health.
Frank Hanchak
on January 14th, 2025 at 5:14
Lord, Jesus, help me to be the man you want me to be; to lead and ensure your word is known to my colleagues, students, and friends and family.
Sally
on January 14th, 2025 at 1:41
+JMJ please answer my prayer soon for financial relief; You promise to provide all my needs. Please heal me, Lord ~ only say the word. Guide me in Your wisdom to obey You in all ways. Reveal all sinful ways that displease You. Make my heart like Yours. I pray for Faith and courage. Thank You. Amen
charles vaughn
on January 13th, 2025 at 22:27
Thanks to all for your continued prayer for our safety fromthe fire. But the ridge behind us is asdry as dust. One spark will ignite that ridge which runs north and south for miles. Please continue to pray for our city's safety and of course fo all those who have lost lives, homes and business, And
Gemma Joanne
on January 13th, 2025 at 22:25
Please pray for my sister Tiffany that doctor will release her out from IMH Hospital, to let her attend Friday RCIA. May God intervene and deliver Tiffany out from this horrible doctor who stole my sister freedom cannot go work and cannot go church.
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