These ideas are designed to be starting points for the prayers of a particular community of faith.
Joe Milner
For the Church: that our deeds of hospitality and service may reveal for us a glimpse the face of God
For the fulfillment of God’s saving work: that we may have a deeper connection with Christ through the sufferings that we endure and so make present God’s loving plan
For all couples who wish to be parents: that God will hear the desires of their hearts and gift them with a child to love, nurture and guide to maturity
For all who are busy about work and progress: that God will free us from overworking, help us find the life-giving balance, and recognize the relationships which bring us life
For all who live a life of service, particularly those who care for the sick, assist travelers, or serve in public safety: that they may offer their service joyfully and be renewed by God’s love
For all who do not feel appreciated: that they may find in Christ the courage to continue to love and serve without praise or recognition
For all who are traveling during these summer weeks: that God will protect them, renew and restore them through this time away and strengthen their bonds with family and friends whom they visit
For all who suffer for their faith: that their witness may strengthen the church and deepen our faith and commitment to the Gospel
For all who feel barraged by commercials and reasons to buy: that they may realize that their dignity and meaning is found in being children of God rather than in their possessions
For all who are unemployed or underemployed: that God will restore their hope and give them courage to continue to seek new opportunities to use their gifts
For all who suffer from hurricanes, earthquakes, floods or wildfires: that God will ease their suffering, refresh their spirits, and renew their strength
For all who are ill: that God’s healing spirit will bring wholeness to them and restore them to wholeness
For immigrants and refugees: that God will protect them from harm, guide them through the bureaucratic procedures and lead them to a new home where they will be welcomed and can share their talents
For migrant children who have been separated from their parents: that God will protect them, ease their fear, and speed the process for their reunion with their families
For peace: that God will touch hearts, open new opportunities for dialogue, and guide leaders in finding alternatives to violence