# Day Eight of the Divine Mercy Novena
*2019-04-26*

> Bill Young leads the eighth day of the Divine Mercy Novena, praying for souls in purgatory, offering the sacrifice of Christ, and reflecting on God's boundless mercy.

## Opening Invocation

In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the Father, send your Spirit over the earth. May the Holy Spirit dwell in the hearts of all nations, preserving them from disaster and war. May the Blessed Mother intercede for us. Amen.

## Prayer for the Souls in Purgatory

Merciful Jesus, you have shown that you desire mercy. We bring before your compassionate heart the souls in purgatory, dear to you yet awaiting the justice of your love. May the streams of blood and water that flow from your heart extinguish the flames of purgatory, so that your mercy may be celebrated forever. Eternal Father, turn your merciful gaze upon these suffering souls, and look upon them through the wounds of your Son. We trust that there is no limit to your goodness and compassion. Amen.

## Eucharistic Offering

Eternal Father, we offer you the body, blood, soul, and divinity of your beloved Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, for the sins of the whole world. Through his sorrowful passion, have mercy on us and on all humanity. May this offering draw us deeper into his love and bring forth your mercy in our lives.

## Closing Prayer and Reflection

Holy God, mighty and merciful, increase your compassion in us. In moments of difficulty, may we not despair but trust fully in your holy will, which is love and mercy. Grant us the confidence to await your final coming, shielded by the omnipotence of your mercy. Through Jesus, our hope, may we pass through the open gate to heaven. My Lord Jesus Christ, Holy Mother, and all the angels, pray for us that we may attain heaven. Amen.
Thank you for joining us. May you have a blessed Divine Mercy Sunday.

*God’s infinite mercy invites us to trust fully and offer our prayers for the souls in need.*