Caritas Lenten Prayers 2013For the six Sundays of Lent

First Sunday of Lent: Choosing the right path

Lord Jesus, e te Ariki, you have shown us the way of truth and light. Strengthen us by your Spirit

to choose the right path.

Illustration: Tamāriki Ferguson

Second Sunday of Lent: Revealing the truth

God our Father, e te Matua, your truth is revealed to us in quiet times of prayer and reflection. Teach us to take the time in our

lives to recognise your Holy presence.

Illustration: Tamāriki Ferguson

Third Sunday of Lent: Speaking out for others

Holy Spirit, e te Wairua Tapu, you plead for us and you stir us to speak out. Open our eyes and use us to strengthen and support your

people – with hope, courage and confidence.

Illustration: Tamāriki Ferguson

Fourth Sunday of Lent: Loving unconditionally

E te Matua i te Rangi, Father in Heaven, You come towards us with welcoming arms. May

we too embrace with Your abundant love, those who seek refuge from famine.

Illustration: Tamāriki Ferguson

Fifth Sunday of Lent: Recognising human dignity

E Hēhu Karaiti, Christ Jesus, all people are made in your image. Kia whakanuia te tapu me te

mana i te tangata. May the dignity with which you honour all people change us to stand tall

and live the life you have given us.

Illustration: Tamāriki Ferguson

Sixth Sunday of Lent: The Passion of Jesus Christ

Almighty God, e te Matua kaha rawa,

strengthened by your Holy Spirit may we be faithful in following Christ, courageous in our

words and actions and joyful in the fullness of life you have given us.

Illustration: Tamāriki Ferguson