Inbox Inspiration: April 17, 2020: Special - 9 A Prayer/Litany for Now

Special – 9
A Prayer/Litany for Now  
 

At the end of each intercession, we pray: Deepen our trust in you, O Risen Christ.
 
For all persons infected with the coronavirus…
For children, seniors, and others who are very vulnerable…
For those who have died in this pandemic…
For those grieving the death of a loved one…
For those suffering separation from loved ones…
For parents who are providing for their families…
For all health care professionals…
For all first responders, police, and fire fighters…
For those in financial crisis…
For government officials…
For scientists and medical researchers…
For faith in the mystery of dying and rising…
For hope in God who is always with us…
For love of God and of others as of self…
For inner peace amidst anxiety…
For acceptance of our vulnerability…
For patience with ourselves and with others...
For awareness of our connectedness with all…
For freedom from competition and hoarding…
For a commitment to the common good…
For medications that will help and heal…
For a vaccine for this coronavirus… 

Conclusion:

O Risen Christ, steady and strengthen us with your life in this trying time. Amen. Father Michael Schleupner

In addition to the usual Wednesday edition, I began these Special Inbox Inspirations on Fridays and Sundays when the Coronavirus Crisis began. On Fridays, there is a prayer related to the crisis and on Sundays, a reflection on the Sunday gospel. I hope these are helpful.