Easter Vigil 2020

SUNDAY, April 11, 2020 Easter Vigil

PRIEST: On this night of vigil and celebration, let us turn to the Lord in prayer, trusting in his everlasting love and abundant mercy.

1. For the church, that in celebrating the paschal mystery of Jesus’ death and resurrection it might be strengthened and purified to spread Christ’s light in word and deed, we pray to the Lord.

2. For the world, may the darkness of war, oppression and injustice cease, we pray to the Lord.

3. For all those in need of shelter on this holy night, may they find welcome and comfort, we pray to the Lord.

4. For all gathered here, may the word of God take root within us and bear the fruits of faith, hope and love, we pray to the Lord.

5. For God’s kindness, may it be placed upon those have died and have put their hope in him, we pray to the Lord.

6. Now let us pause and add our own intentions in silence (pause).

For our needs and those of one another, we pray to the Lord.

PRIEST: God of glory, your son, Jesus, emerges triumphant from the tomb and urges his disciples to go and spread the news of his life that is stronger than death. Hear our prayers that we might carry the proclamation of the resurrection to all we meet. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.