BIDDING PRAYERS  

Let us pray during Lent for the gifts of understanding and tolerance........... 
In the coming weeks we ask God to inspire us to see all those we meet as His children and act accordingly in our dealings with them. Let us not only give up material things but also abstain from uttering critical words and thoughts about other people Lord hear us 

May we continue to keep in mind and in our prayers those in our midst who are suffering from want and anxiety................ 
We give thanks for the many local organisations and individuals who work to assist those in need and who campaign for changes to the social security system Lord hear us 

For the sick of the parish................ 
In addition to our prayers at mass for all the sick and housebound let us try each week during Lent to bring them to mind in our personal prayers Lord hear us 

Let us pray for Pope Francis and all our bishops and priests .................. 
May they be strengthened and encouraged by our support and prayers at this time of difficulty for the church. May those in authority respond with wisdom and love to all who have been affected by sexual abuse Lord hear us 

In this season of early Spring may we give thanks to God for His wonderful creation............... 
Let commit ourselves to celebrating and doing what we can to protect it Lord hear us 

We ask Mary to join her prayers with ours as we say Hail Mary