The Prayer of the Faithful

Reader: The response is “Lord, hear our prayer.”

Reader: For Pope John Paul II, Bishop Henry Mansell, Father Duffy, and all clergy world wide, that they follow in the teachings of Saint Francis and continue to lead believers to a deeper faith in God and a stronger love of others. We pray to the Lord.

Congregation: Lord, hear our prayer

Reader: For Craig and Lisa, that whether they are experiencing times of happiness or heartache their love, commitment, and dedication towards each other remains resolute and is used as a foundation to help others. We pray to the Lord.

Congregation: Lord, hear our prayer

Reader: For all the married couples among us who have been a source of inspiration and encouragement in Lisa and Craig’s own journey towards marriage. May you continue to give; be able to forgive; and find the love you hold for each other deepen with each new day. We pray to the Lord.

Congregation: Lord, hear our prayer

Reader: United with Craig & Lisa's Family and Friends here today, we pray for the needs of the entire human family. We pray to the Lord.

Congregation: Lord, hear our prayer

Reader: For the loved ones of Lisa and Craig who have gone before them—especially Lisa’s grandmother, Phyllis Scriven; Craig's grandparents, Robert and Patricia Spencer, and his Godmother and Great Grandmother, Vera Baxter—that they, and all the deceased, find peace in Christ. We pray to the Lord.

Congregation: Lord, hear our prayer