PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL

ASH WEDNESDAY

February 18, 2026

 

1. For Pope Leo XIV that he may continue to be an example for us of the grace, mercy, kindness, and forgiveness of our heavenly Father.

 

2. That we may respond to God’s call to each of us to return to him with our whole heart.

 

3. That we might recognize our responsibility as ambassadors for Christ to bring to the world grace, mercy, compassion, and joy.

 

4. That we may be reminded of and give thanks for all the deeds done, alms given, and prayers prayed in secret that God uses to build his kingdom and bring salvation in every time and place.

 

5. For those who have died. Especially children who have succumbed to incurable disease thankful in the confidence that they are welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus and that their parents and caregivers may be consoled.

 

6.  For the Spirit to guide all world leaders and the diplomats assisting them, to the gift of peace, especially between Ukraine and Russia, in the Middle East; and for all our First Responders and our military, serving throughout the world