Prayer of the Faithful for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Introduction(by the Presider): Let us bring our needs to the God of truth and justice:

1. That we may be kind to everyone who calls to us (pause for silent prayer). Lord, hear us
2. That hospitality may be our special care (pause for silent prayer). Lord, hear us.
3. That believers may find strength through prayer (pause for silent prayer). Lord, hear us.
4. That those on holidays may rest and be renewed (pause for silent prayer). Lord, hear us.
5. That troubled people may have friends to calm their fears (pause for silent prayer). Lord, hear us.
6. That the sick may be raised up by God's power (pause for silent prayer). Lord, hear us.

The presider prays for the dead: For our friends who have died (especially N. and N.) that they may dwell forever on God’s holy mountain (we pray quietly for this). Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider) God of truth and justice, you cherish those who try to do what is right: hear our prayers and help us, through Christ our Lord. Amen.