Let us pray that we will stay focused on Jesus. (pause) Save us, Lord our God. Help us to take up our cross and follow Christ so that we may be one with him in life and joy. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. May the peace of Christ guide our way. Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. We Go Forth We Respond We Pray Monday Week 20 Ordinary Time 18 August 2025 Gathered in the love of God, let us pray for the needs of the world. For a sense of gratitude for God’s blessings: (pause) We pray as one. Gracious God, hear our prayer. For a deep faith and trust in God: (pause) We pray as one. Gracious God, hear our prayer. For openness to God’s plan for our lives: (pause) We pray as one. Gracious God, hear our prayer. For hope when things seem challenging: (pause) We pray as one. Gracious God, hear our prayer. For the prayers in our hearts today (pause while students offer their prayers) We pray as one. Gracious God, hear our prayer. A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke (1:46-49) Mary said: "With all my heart I praise the Lord, and I am glad because of God my Saviour. He cares for me, his humble servant. From now on, all people will say God has blessed me. God All-Powerful has done great things for me, and his name is holy. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. We Listen 144
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