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

Joe Milner

For the Church: that by God’s grace, we may live as new creations, no longer living for ourselves but for Christ

For a deepening of our faith: that God will draw us into a deeper friendship so that we may grow in our ability to rely upon God in every circumstance

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 a calming of the storms in our lives: that God will sustain us through the challenges of each day, give us the courage to make decisions, and enduring hope when we cannot foresee tomorrow

For a spirit of openness: that minds and hearts will be receptive to the insights and challenges presented by Pope Francis in the encyclical on the environment

For freedom from fear: that Jesus will lead us from fear and worry to the trust of discipleship through the words of scripture

For fidelity to those to whom we are committed: that we may be faithful to our spouses, children, community members, friends, and faith communities, encouraging and supporting one another along life’s journey

For all who work in science and medical technology: that respect and love for human life may always guide their research and use of knowledge

For all travelers: that God will smooth and quiet the way before them and guide them safely to their destination

For all who are ill: that God will bring an end to the pandemic, restore the sick to health, and strengthen all caregivers

For an end to violence: that God will turn hearts from violence, protect all innocent people from injury, and restore confidence in people seeking to live their daily lives

For all who are recovering from storms and floods or enduring drought: that God will curb the extremes of nature, ease the suffering of those impacted, and fill their hearts with hope

For Peace: that God will open communication between people of diverse cultures and ethnic groups so that new avenues may be found to build trust and promote justice for everyone

For peace and healing: that all fathers who have experienced the death of a child may know God's embrace and healing of their pain

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