These ideas are designed to be starting points for the prayers of a particular community of faith.

Joe Milner

For the Church: that the seed of faith planted in the heart of each believer may grow into a bountiful manifestation of God’s reign in the world

For a deeper love and appreciation for God’s Word: that the Word of God will nourish and enrich us as we strive to be true disciples of Jesus

For a renewal of faith: that the Spirit will enable us to live in a trusting reliance with God, who is always faithful and who desires to share life with us

For all fathers and those who have shown the Father’s love to us: that God will make them beacons of light, sources of encouragement, and grant them peace and health

For growth in hope: that God’s faithful love will sustain us in times of discouragement and empower us to persevere through difficult times with the confidence that God makes all things new

For the tender shoots in our midst: that God will give abundant growth for the young, to those new to the faith, and those beginning their ministry and guide them to maturity of faith and service

For a spirit of Evangelization: that we may scatter God’s Word through our work, daily activities, and conversations so that many people may encounter Christ today

For fledgling Christian communities and new parishes and dioceses: that God will bless their efforts, confirm them in faith, and guide their activities so that the Gospel may transform hearts and society

For a bountiful harvest: that God will grant growth to crops, seasonable weather, and protection from disease so that all may be nourished and sustained by the fruits of the earth

For a renewal of stewardship: that we may recognize our gifts of time, talent, and treasure that God has entrusted to us and place these at the service of God and one another

For the sick: that God will bless and strengthen those preparing for or recovering from surgery, restore them to health, and fill their hearts with peace

For all who are in need: that God will protect all the innocent in areas of warfare, strengthen all who have lost homes, and comfort all who are homebound

For safety and protection: that God will guide those responsible for safeguarding our personal, medical, and public data to greater awareness and insight as they work against destructive attacks and ransomware intrusions

For peace: that God will help world leaders to dialogue honestly so that violence may end in Gaza and Ukraine, the weak and innocent may be protected, and the dignity of each person may be respected

For all who have died, particularly our fathers: that God will welcome them to the eternal banquet in God’s presence