For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious, that they may adopt newer methods of making the gospel acceptable and available to the people, we pray.
That we may accept the sufferings that come on our way, knowing well that suffering produces endurance which leads us on the path to our eternal home, we pray.
That we may encourage our fellow brothers and sisters, and help them to have an opportunity to know better and live better, we pray.
That like the seed that falls to the ground and produces much fruit, our Lenten penance too may produce the desired fruit, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Fifth Sunday of Lent – 17 Mar 2024
Published on: 16-03-2024
Fourth Sunday of Lent – 10 Mar 2024
For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious, that they may care for the flock of Christ as good shepherds, we pray.
For the grace to accept temporary setbacks and inconveniences we face in life, we pray.
That the light of Christ may pervade our lives so that we may become people of integrity and maturity, we pray.
That there be genuine love between parents and children, husband and wife, brothers and sisters, so that no person in this world may remain unloved and cared for, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 09-03-2024
Third Sunday of Lent – 3 Mar 2024
For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious, that as leaders in the Church they may dynamically read the signs of the times, we pray.
For the non-Christian brothers and sisters, that they may accept the Fatherhood of God who showers His blessings upon all those who call upon His name, we pray.
For all Christians who accept Christ as their Saviour, that they may strive towards unity and cooperation among churches, we pray.
For all of us here present, that this period of Lent may strengthen our resolve to be ever more faithful to our discipleship of Jesus, our Master, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 02-03-2024
Second Sunday of Lent
For the Pope, Bishops and all leaders of the Church that they may listen to Jesus our Chief Shepherd and guide their flock with love and compassion, we pray to the Lord.
For the people of God in the peripheries: those suffering from deprivation, diseases, oppression and injustice. May they experience the presence of the compassionate Savior, we pray to the Lord.
For the consecrated religious men and women, that they may become prophetic presence in the world through their life of witnessing to Christ who is chaste, poor and obedient, we pray to the Lord.
For those working in the various media of Communication that they may always adhere to the values of truth and justice over sensationalism and popularity rating, we pray to the Lord.
Let us pause in silence and pray for our personal intentions…we pray to the Lord.
Published on: 24-02-2024
First Sunday of Lent
For the Church, the bride of Christ. May she, with all her shepherds and the people of God, experience the power of God to overcome every storm, every temptation and every struggle, we pray.
For those engaged in the work of evangelization. May they experience the power of the Spirit to continue their mission despite persecution and hardships, we pray.
For the poor and needy all over the world, and those who are denied basic human needs. May they find their refuge in the Lord who knows and provides for our everyday needs, we pray.
For young people all over the world. May they experience the power of God to overcome temptations and be conquerors in today’s materialistic and consumerist world, we pray.
Let us pause in silence and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 17-02-2024
The sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious that the various gifts they have received by virtue of their consecration may be used for the benefit of the people, we pray.
That all communicable disease and all the epidemics may be eradicated from the face of the earth, we pray.
For all medical researchers that their painstaking work behind the scene may be abundantly rewarded by God, we pray.
For all of us present, empowered by this communitarian celebration of the Eucharist, we may grow more compassionate and caring towards the sick and the suffering in our midst, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions… we pray.
Published on: 10-02-2024
Fifth Sunday in Ordinary time
For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious, that as leaders in the Church, they may console the broken hearted, heal the wounded and encourage the weak, we pray.
That the Church may become more mission-oriented and serve people who are in need of help, we pray.
For those in the healing ministry, such as doctors, nurses, technicians and paramedics, that they may bring comfort and consolation to people, we pray.
For those with serious health conditions, that they may not despair but trust in the healing power of Jesus, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 03-02-2024
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious that the divine authority invested in them at their consecration may be used for the betterment of the people of God, we pray.
For all of us in this sacred assembly, that we may be freed from all fears, anxieties and worries, we pray.
For people who suffer from depression, anxiety and personality disorders, that they may be healed by human care and divine assistance, we pray.
For parents and teachers, that they may be enabled to identify the talents that are hidden in children, and encourage them to be responsible persons, we pray.
Let us pause in silence and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 27-01-2024
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
For the Church that is rooted in the Word of God, we may continue to build up the Body of Christ and promote the common good, we pray.
For priests, deacons, lectors, cantors, and catechists and all those who bring God’s Word to others, that their proclamation may renew the faith of those who listen, we pray.
For this community, that we may have an ever-greater openness to the Word of God and allow it to enlighten the darkness of our hearts and free us to follow Jesus evermore faithfully, we pray.
For those who have not heard the message of Christ, that they may soon get the opportunity to hear the good news of salvation, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 20-01-2024
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (B)
For the pope, bishops, clergy and religious that they may encourage the people to live their faith with generosity of heart and mind, we pray.
For our parishes, that they become centres where vocations to priesthood and religion of life are identified and nurtured, we pray.
For all parents, that they become primary educators of children in true faith and Christian values, we pray.
For all of us here present, that the celebration of this Eucharist may be a stepping stone in our encounter with God who comes calling us, we pray.
Let us pause in silence now and pray for our personal intentions…we pray.
Published on: 13-01-2024