O Lord Jesus Christ, our God, in your mercy and loving kindness you regard the humble prayers of all who call upon you with their whole heart; incline your ear and hear now my prayer, offered to you in humility:
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, O Lord, of your One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church; confirm and strengthen it, increase it and keep it in peace, and preserve it unconquerable forever.
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, O Lord, of our bishop, N., and of every bishop throughout the Church; the priests and deacons, whom you have set apart to feed the flock of your Word; keep them sound in faith, fervent in prayer, and faithful in witness.
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, O Lord, of all civil authorities (especially_________), of our armed forces, of this city in which we reside, and of every city and the countryside; grant us tranquil times, that we may lead a calm and peaceful life in all godliness, compassion, and sanctity.
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, O Lord, of my parents, (their names), of my brothers and sisters, (their names), of relatives, (their names), and of my friends, (their names); grant that they may have mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, a lively sense of your presence, pardon and remission of their sins; that they may ever praise and glorify your Holy Name.
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, O Lord, of those who travel by land, by sea, and by air; of the old and young, the sick, the suffering, the sorrowing, the afflicted, the captives, those persecuted for your sake, the needy and the poor (especially___________); and upon them all send forth your mercies,
for you are the giver of all good things.
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, O Lord, of me, your servant born through holy baptism; grant me your grace, that I may be diligent and faithful, avoiding evil company and influence, resisting temptation; that I may lead a godly and righteous life, blameless and peaceful, ever serving you; that I may be accounted worthy of entering the Kingdom of Heaven.
Grant this, O Lord.
Be mindful, 0 Lord, of all those who have fallen asleep in the hope of resurrection unto life eternal (especially_____________); pardon all their transgressions both voluntary and involuntary, whether in word, or deed, or thought. Shelter them in peace, where all sickness, sorrow, and sighing have fled away before your presence. Grant them your heavenly Kingdom, and a portion in your eternal blessings, and the enjoyment of your unending Life.
Grant this, O Lord.
Hear my prayer, 0 Lord, for you are merciful and compassionate, and you love mankind, and to you are due all glory, honor, and worship: to the Father and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: now and ever, and world without end. Amen.
Adapted from Eastern Christian sources
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