Lenten Reflection Week 4
As we continue on our journey through Lent, and in light of recent news regarding the pandemic, we dedicate this fourth week to ask the Lord to stay with us, to protect us, and to show us his paths.
For each petition we say:
Make us know your ways, O Lord; teach us your paths.
Knowing how uncertain the future can be,
We remember how he sent Noah and his family
away from the safety of the ark,
we remember how the Spirit stayed with Jesus
to face the dangers of the desert. We ask for your courage, Lord.
R. Make us know your ways, O Lord; teach us your paths.
Knowing we are surrounded by dangers,
remembering many of them are of our own making.
We pray for this world, and for all the people in it.
Make us good stewards of all that you have given us:
land, water, sky, plants, creatures, and people.
Be with those in places of conflict or danger this day . . .
Be with those who lay down their lives for others . . .
Be with those who lead us . . .
R. Make us know your ways, O Lord; teach us your paths.
Knowing many people are in trouble,
remembering we are called to bring them your care.
We pray for all those who are alone,
and all those who are ill or infirm . . .
R . Make us know your ways, O Lord; teach us your paths.
Knowing we are called to be the body of Christ,
remembering we are to be the light
showing your path to the world.
We pray for your holy Church . . .
Make us know your ways, O Lord; teach us your paths.
Good and upright is the Lord;
therefore he instructs sinners in his ways.
He guides the humble in what is right
and teaches them his way.
All the ways of the Lord are loving and faithful
toward those who keep the demands of his covenant.
Hear these and all our prayers, great God,
in the name of Christ, in whose footsteps we follow.
Amen.
For our prayer reflection this week, we ask that you share one or two upcoming things that you need help and guidance from the Lord.
As you write your answers, take you time to also pray for those who might have concerns similar to yours.
