For the Church: that we may be instruments of compassion and care to all who find life’s journey burdensome

For all who are overwhelmed by busyness: that God will help them to slow down and be aware of the gifts and blessings that are in their life each day

For a spirit of compassion: that God will touch our hearts with care and concern for all whom we find burdensome, needy or demanding

For all who exercise leadership: that they may place their gifts unselfishly in the service of others and draw forth the gifts of others

For all disciples: that we may recognize our common humanity with one another and reach out to others with a sense of interdependence

For all bishops: that they may have the hearts of true shepherds and guide the church closer to Jesus

For all dioceses that are awaiting new bishops: that the Spirit will guide the selection process and bring forth true and faithful shepherds to guide the Lord’s flock

For all who offer retreats and places of solitude: that they will help others to rest and renew their relationship with God and with themselves

For all who serve in ministry: that God will bless their efforts, help them keep their lives in balance, and renew them in mind, body and spirit

For all missionaries: that God will be with them in times of loneliness and refresh them in the midst of the many demands they face

For refugees, migrant workers, the homeless, and the oppressed: that God may show them a shepherd's care and raise up effective leaders to assist them

For all living in densely populated settings: that they may find a space apart where they can find silence and experience God’s presence with them

For all who have suffered abuse: that God’s loving compassion will bring healing to their bodies, minds and spirits, and fill them with hope and courage

For all who lack adequate health or dental care: that policies may be developed to help those who are most in need

For all who suffer from floods, drought, or wildfires: that God will protect them from further harm, ease their pain, and speed the assistance which they need

For parish communities who are being merged or consolidated: that they may trust in God’s unending compassion and be open to new ways of experiencing the Body of Christ

For nations burdened by debt: that God will touch hearts and inspire minds to find new ways of alleviating the burden of debt for the poorest counties of the world so that resources may be used to address poverty, hunger and disease

For Peace in all areas that have conflict: that God may lead all the parties like a shepherd away from violence and into greater appreciation of life and the value of each person