Pentecost Sunday (19 May 2024)

Introduction (by the Presider)Aware of the Spirit at work in us, we bring our prayers to the Father:.

1. That the Spirit may always help baptised and confirmed Christians (short pause, then..) Lord, hear us.
2. That the Spirit my bring peace to our troubled world (short pause, then..) Lord, hear us.
3. That the Spirit may spread Good News among people without faith (short pause, then..) Lord, hear us.
4. That the Spirit may teach us to love and to forgive (short pause, then..) Lord, hear us.
5. That the Spirit may be close to those doing exams (short pause, then..) Lord, hear us.
6. That the Spirit may bring healing to all who suffer (short pause, then..) Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For those we have lost to death (especially N & N), that the Spirit may awaken them to life without end (pause for silent prayer..) Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider)Lord God, how great you are, how many are your works: let your Spirit guide your people, to strengthen them in every need, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.