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

Joe Milner

 

For the Church: that we may more and more put on the attitude of Christ and empty ourselves so that God can raise us to a new life of faithful relationships and loving service

For the grace of conversion: that God will help all who have made poor or destructive choices to change course and follow Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life

For integrity: that we may not merely speak of God’s ways but sincerely commit to living them as faithful disciples

For growth in responsibility: that God will help us to be committed to the decisions that we make and be responsible for following through with them

For discernment: that the Spirit will give us insight and understanding so that we may recognize God’s invitations and follow the path of life

For healing of our attitudes: that God will free us from selfishness and the desire to control and help us to strive to serve others with love, patience, and humility

For the unity of Christians: that all believers may be of one mind and heart and work together in serving God and confronting evil

For all who are being persecuted: that God will strengthen them, help them to embrace the cross, and be instruments of God's love, mercy, and compassion

For world leaders meeting at the United Nations: that God will help them listen to the eeds of humanity and give them wisdom in developing policies so that all may have food, safety, and live in peace

For the Synod on Synodality: that the participants will be attuned to the Holy Spirit as they listen to one another and bring forth insights that will help the Church better fulfill the mission for which Christ has missioned her

For peace in our cities and neighborhoods: that God will help us recognize the systemic injustices that exist within our communities and give us the courage to work for change and reconciliation

For all who are suffering following natural disasters: that God will protect them from further harm, help them to connect with family and friends, and fill their hearts with courage

For migrants and refugees: that all who have fled violence, starvation, or persecution may find welcome and places of safety to live

For all who are ill: God will send healing to all who are suffering from physical or mental illness, guide them to the people and resources that will best assist them, and give strength to all who support them

For all who are in difficult ministries: that God will strengthen them, help them to be renewed by prayer, and experience the support of those who love them