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 be a fruitful garden, producing a harvest rich of justice, compassion, mercy, and forgiveness
- For all who have suffered rejection: that God will heal their wounds, fill them with hope and guide them into the acceptance of a community of faith
- For all religious leaders: that God will free them selfish pursuits and help them recognize that their opportunities and authority are gifts from God for the good of those entrusted to their care
- For a deeper relationship with God: that we may not be satisfied with simply using religious words and gestures but rather make the Gospel the source of all our words and deeds
- For humility: that we may recognize what is truthful, just, honorable, and worthy of praise in ourselves and one another, and further the reign of God through them
- For all who experience anxiety or live with fear: that the peace of God that surpasses all understanding may fill their minds and hearts
- For all with mental illness, particularly those with depression: that God‘s healing love will free them and open new possibilities for them
- For all who tend the fields and bring food to our tables: that God will strengthen them and protect them in their labors
- For greater respect for human life, particularly for the unborn: that God will open all hearts to the beauty of the gift of each life
- For all who are struggling financially: that God will calm their fears and guide them to new opportunities to support themselves and to use their gifts
- For all who are recovering from natural disasters: that God will give them the strength to face their challenges, speed the assistance that they need, and fill their hearts with peace
- For better international co-operation: that nations will join together in addressing the crises that are impacting God's creation and work to preserve our common home
- For healing of injustice: that God will help us recognize systemic injustices and give courage to all who are working to change society
- For civility in public life: that public discourse may focus on ideas and programs, and that the election speeches and materials will respect the dignity of each person
- For all who have died: that they may eternally experience the peace of Christ that surpasses all understanding
