The Celebrant will introduce and also conclude the prayer. The reader should pause for several moments between the intercession and its response. Leave about 20 seconds for quiet prayer.

There is no response after this – move straight to the Hail Mary.

CELEBRANT:Brothers and Sisters, how infinitely great is the power that Christ has exercised for us believers.Let us pray in the certainty that He will hear us:

READER:The response is : Lord, graciously hear us.

READER: Let us pray for the Church. May we be witnesses to the Risen Lord to the ends of the Earth, spreading the Good News.……. (PAUSE)……Risen Lord, hear us……Lord, graciously hear us.

READER: We pray for those given the gift of being pastors, teachers and leaders. May they use their gifts wisely to guide and inspire their people.….. (PAUSE) ……Risen Lord, hear us. …Lord, graciously hear us.

READER: Let us pray for those suffering from natural disasters such as volcanic eruption, earthquake, dust storms and torrential rain. May they find help and hope from those less unfortunate.  ..… (PAUSE)……Risen Lord, hear us. … Lord, graciously hear us.

READER: May we do all we can to preserve the unity of the Spirit by the peace that binds us together.

…….. (PAUSE)……Risen Lord, hear us. …Lord, graciously hear us.

READER:In a few moments of silence let us consider our needs and those of the parish ….. (Long Pause)…. Let us ask help of Mary who sits with Jesus in HeavenHail Mary, full of grace, etc.

After a short pause the Celebrant will conclude the prayer.

CELEBRANT: Lord, You are our refuge and strength, we trust in You. Grant then our petitions,we ask, through the risen Christ Jesus, Amen.