CRS Rice Bowl Intentions for Lent 2014 at St. Francis

Use the Activities Calendar and the Recipes with CRS Rice Bowl 2014,... 

Recipes for Lent - Try these simple, meatless meals from this year’s CRS Rice Bowl countries:  Kenya, Guatemala, the Philippines, Malawi and Haiti.  You’ll be eating alongside your brothers and sisters who eat this meal each night of the year.


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Integrate CRS Rice Bowl into your liturgical celebrations by including this introduction and these intentions as part of the Prayer of the Faithful each week during Mass.

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Introduction

Trusting in the mercy and love of our God who walked among the poor, the vulnerable and the outcast, we voice our own petitions, asking for what we need, and for the needs of our brothers and sisters all over the world, saying, "Lord, help us to be instruments of your peace."

First Sunday of Lent

For workers around the world, that they may find productive employment and earn fair wages for their labor. We pray to the Lord.

For our community of faith, that we may each find work that allows us to use those gifts and passions that God has placed in our hearts. We pray to the Lord.

Second Sunday of Lent

For children around the world, that they may have access to a quality education and be given the opportunity to become the best versions of themselves. We pray to the Lord.

For our community of faith, that we never cease to learn more about God's great work in our world and in our lives. We pray to the Lord.

Third Sunday of Lent

For those communities around the world that are devastated by natural and human-wrought disasters, that they may be given the courage and resources they need to rebuild their lives. We pray to the Lord.

For our community of faith, that when disaster strikes, we be given the courage and strength to persevere and to seek God even amidst tragedy. We pray to the Lord.

Fourth Sunday of Lent

For farmers around the world who work to improve their harvests while persevering natural resources, that they may support their families through the fruits of the land. We pray to the Lord.

For our community of faith, that we do our part to preserve our natural environment and be good stewards of the gifts God has given us. We pray to the Lord.

Fifth Sunday of Lent

For people around the world who lack access to healthcare and medical services, that they may receive the care and comfort they need. We pray to the Lord.

For our community of faith, that we recognize the suffering Christ in those who are sick and suffering, and do all we can to bring comfort and joy. We pray to the Lord.

Palm Sunday

For people around the world who struggle to provide enough food to meet their families' daily needs, that they may overcome the challenges of hunger and poverty. We pray to the Lord.

For our community of faith, may we deepen our relationship with Christ by recognizing His face in the faces of our brothers and sisters in need. We pray to the Lord.

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