P My dear friends, let us now bring our petitions to the God who made us.

Reader: The response is… hear our prayer.

Let us pray for greater understanding and tolerance within the Church; between the churches; and between Christians and Muslims… ..pause … … … … …

In your mercy, Lord, hear our prayer.

We pray that ways may be found to restore peace in our world without open warfare; but that love – God’s love for us and our love for each other, will be stronger than hate… …  pause……………….

In your mercy, Lord, hear our prayer.

Let us pray for our schools in Cardiff and especially for teachers and governors, who bear such responsibility in guiding our children… … … pause … … … … …

In your mercy, Lord, hear our prayer.

This weekend we welcome into the faith Isabella Marie Sidoli, who is being baptised and we pray that she will grow strong in faith and love of our Heavenly Father with the help of her parents and god-parents… … pause … … … … …

In your mercy, Lord, hear our prayer.

As we remember those in our parish who are seriously ill, let us pray also for all those in Africa suffering because of Ebola; and for the brave and faithful people who care for them .. … … pause …

In your mercy, Lord, hear our prayer.

For a few quiet moments, let us talk to God in our own way… …longer pause ….. (no response).

In a world of conflict, we turn to Mary, Queen of peace, as we say Hail Mary….

Priest: Loving Father of us all, trusting in your promise to be with us, we offer our prayers through your Son and Holy Spirit.  Amen.