For the Church: that we may live like Jesus and spend our lives in loving service, washing the feet, carrying the burdens, and comforting the brokenness of one another

For the grace to love: that we may love one another as Christ has loved us, forgive our enemies, and affirm the dignity of each person

For the grace of unity: that divisions may be healed, unity restored, and that we may support one another in bringing forth the reign of God

For all who are gathered here: that through our sharing in the Body and Blood of Christ, we may more and more become the Body of Christ, bringing God’s love and presence to others

For those who cannot eat at the table of the Lord: that our love, friendship and service may offer them an experience of God’s love, a sense of community and support for life’s journey

For those to whom we are committed, particularly our families, communities, and friends:  that we may be faithful to them and a source of God’s life for them

For our brothers who are priests: that they may be strengthened and renewed by God’s love, and following the example of Jesus, the great High Priest, faithfully lead us in worship and service

For those who have nothing to eat or who feel abandoned this night: that God will fill their emptiness, renew their spirit, and grant them peace of mind and heart

For Christians who are persecuted, particularly in the Middle East: that God will strengthen their faith, renew their courage, and make strong their witness to the Gospel

For a transformation of society: that God will touch the hearts of many and guide them in bringing the truth of the Gospel into their families, their workplaces, and their civic communities

For all who are facing critical and difficult decisions this night: that God will light a path for them, give them strength, and help them to trust in God’s unconditional love for them

For all who have been betrayed, abused or tortured: that God will heal their pain, give them hope and help them to trust again

For all who serve our daily needs, those who care for the sick, those who supply food for our tables or who respond to emergencies: that God will renew their strength and fill them with peace

For those who seek spiritual, material or emotional assistance from our community of faith: that we may welcome them, assist them along life’s journey, and share God’s love with them

For the sick, for those approaching death, and for those with mental illness: that God will send an angel to comfort and strengthen them

For the gift of peace: that God will bring an end to war, violence, and terrorism so that all may live in safety and free from fear