Great Litany Prayers of the People

The Prayers of the People
O holy, blessed, and glorious Trinity, one God,
*Have mercy upon us, and hear our prayers.*

That you would govern and direct your holy church; fill it with love and truth; and grant it that
unity which is your will.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

Enlighten all bishops, priests and deacons with true knowledge and understanding of your
Word, that by their preaching and living they may declare it clearly and show its truth.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

That you would guide the leaders of the nations into the ways of peace and justice, and rule the
hearts of the President of the United States and all others in authority, that they may do justice,
and love mercy, and walk in your way of truth.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

That you would bring an end to all wars and violence throughout the world, grant unity, peace,
and concord to all nations, and liberate all people.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

That you would strengthen those who stand; comfort and help the fainthearted; raise up the
fallen; and finally beat down Satan under our feet.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

That you would defend and provide for all who are in danger, necessity, and trouble, the
widowed and the orphaned, refugees and those who are incarcerated, the homeless, the
unemployed, and all who are desolate and oppressed.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

That you would visit the lonely, strengthen all who suffer in mind, body, and spirit, and give skill
and compassion to all who care for them. We pray especially for...
*Hear us, good Lord.*

That you would give eternal life and peace to all the faithful departed, and that, in the
fellowship of St. Ann and all the saints, we may share in the glory of your eternal kingdom.
*Hear us, good Lord.*

Lord, have mercy upon us.
*Christ, have mercy on us.*
Lord, have mercy upon us.

The Concluding Collect
Lord, hear the prayers of your people; and what we have asked faithfully, grant that we may
obtain effectually, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.