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PRAYERS in TIME of PANDEMIC
“Responding to the spiritual needs of the clergy and the faithful during the ongoing scourge of the 2019-2020 coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Vatican released the text of a special Mass, entitled In Time of Pandemic.”
We invite you to enter into the prayers and scriptures from the Mass in Time of Pandemic, World Vision Intercessions, and music reflections.
Truly the Lord has borne our infirmities,
and he has carried our sorrows.
OPENING SONG: You Are Mine
I will come to you in the silence, I will lift you from all your fear.
You will hear my voice, I claim you as my choice, be still and know I am here.
I am hope for all who are hopeless, I am eyes for all who long to see,
In the shadows of the night, I will be your light, come and rest in me.
Refrain: Do not be afraid, I am with you. I have called you each by name.
Come and follow me, I will bring you home; I love you and you are mine.
I am strength for all the despairing, healing for he ones who dwell in shame,
All the blind will see, the lame will all run free, and all will know my name.
I am the Word that leads all to freedom, I am the peace the world cannot give.
I will call your name, embracing all your pain. Sand up, now walk, and live
Refrain: Do not be afraid, I am with you. I have called you each by name.
Come and follow me, I will bring you home; I love you and you are mine.
SIGN OF THE CROSS
COLLECT (Opening Prayer)
Almighty and eternal God, our refuge in every danger,
to whom we turn in our distress;
in faith we pray look with compassion on the afflicted,
grant eternal rest to the dead,
comfort to mourners, healing to the sick,
peace to the dying, strength to healthcare workers,
wisdom to our leaders and the courage to reach out to all in love,
so that together we may give glory to your holy name.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen
SCRIPTURE OPTIONS
OPTION I
Lamentations 3: 17-26 (It is good to hope in silence for the saving help of the Lord)
Psalm 80 (Let us see your face, Lord, and we shall be saved)
Mark 4: 35-40 (Who is this that even the wind and sea obey?)
OPTION II
Romans 8: 31b-39 (Neither death nor life will be able to separate us from the Love of God)
Psalm 123 (Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy)
Mark 4: 35-40 (Who is this that even the wind and sea obey?)
UNIVERSAL PRAYERS (Full prayers for those suffering from coronavirus at WORLD VISION)
For people who are infected with COVID-19 or facing quarantine.
Be present to those in need. Take away their fear, anxiety, and feelings of isolation. May they feel the power of God’s healing through the care of others. Protect and keep safe Your children.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. —Philippians 4:6 (NIV)
For people at higher risk of developing the disease.
For the elderly and those with chronic health conditions. Protect them and be their comfort.
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. —1 Peter 5:7 (NIV )
For medical professionals, caregivers, and researchers responsible for fighting the new coronavirus.
Guide and give strength to heathcare workers and first responders. Grant wisdom and perseverance to those developing vaccines and tests, and those creating new ways of supplying the necessary items, to bring all to full health.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me . —Psalm 23:4 (NIV)
For leaders responsible for making decisions about the new coronavirus.
For wisdom, humility, and compassion for those entrusted in making decisions that affect the lives and futures of families and the world community.
He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us again. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, as you help us by your prayers … —2 Corinthians 1:10-11 (NIV)
For families adjusting to new ways of life.
Breathe the life of your Holy Spirit into the hearts of all people so that we may know we are not alone as we adjust to new realities of work and living, and that we may experience your presence in each person.
Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me, for in you I take refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed. —Psalm 57:1 (NIV)
For business owners and families facing financial stress.
Bring comfort and peace to all who feel financial strain on their lives and the lives of their families. Help us to trust in You and to know that You will provide for us.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. —John 14:27 (NIV)
For grocery store workers and delivery drivers.
Continue to protect those who continue to work so that we are able to eat. Give them patience and keep their bodies strong and healthy.
Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. —Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV)
OUR FATHER
PRAYER FOR PEACE
Loving God, please grant me peace of mind and calm my troubled heart.
Give me the strength and clarity of mind to find my purpose and walk the path
You have laid out for me.
I trust your love God, and know that you will heal this stress.
Just as the sun rises each day against the dark of night,
may hope rise against anxiety and worry.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
CONCLUDING PRAYER
O God, protector of all who hope in you, bless your people,
keep them safe, defend them, prepare them, that,
free from sin and safe from the enemy,
they may persevere always in your love.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen
BLESSING
May the Lord bless us,
protect us from all evil and bring us to everlasting life.
In the name of the Father, + and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
COPYRIGHT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
YOU ARE MINE. Text: David Haas, b. 1957. Tune: David Haas b. 1957, © 2005, GIA Publications, Inc. Reprinted with permission under OneLicense.net #A-704119. All rights reserved.
