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Prayer for the Bishop

Heavenly Father, in these trying times when the spirit of the age
threatens Christian values, give our bishop N. holiness of life and
wisdom to direct and guide our (arch)diocesan family of N. so
that we may grow in Your love. We ask this through Christ our
Lord. Amen.

Prayer for Priests

Heavenly Father, bless and protect priests and fill them with the
joy and courage of their vocation as personal ministers of Christ
in preaching Your word, forming communities in Your name
and nourishing us with the Sacraments. We ask this through
Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer for Deacons and Other Ministers

Heavenly Father, since the time of the Apostles You have
inspired the Church to commission certain members to assist in a
special way in the pastoral mission of Christ. Bless the deacons
and all other ministers that they may be humble and faith-
inspired in their service.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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