For the Church: that our parish may offer an uncompromising witness to Christ by being united in mind and spirit as we worship, study and serve the needs of others
For a spirit of reverence: that as we break the bread and share the cup, we may recognize more fully the Risen Lord in our midst
For all Christians: that by devoting ourselves to listening to the Scriptures and growing in prayer, we may promote greater unity and cooperation in the Body of Christ
For this assembly of faith: that we, who break the bread together in Christ’s name, may support one another in our journeys of faith
For Pope Francis: that God will guide and protect him on his trip to Egypt and help him be an instrument of healing and peace
For all the baptized, particularly the newly baptized: that we, who have experienced a new birth in water and the Spirit, may offer convincing witness to Christ’s resurrection with our words and service to those in need
For all who struggle with faith or who lack belief: that God’s love and presence may become known to them and bring light to their life’s journey
For the grace to be peacemakers and instruments of forgiveness: that we may help others experience the freeing and renewing power of forgiveness and reconciliation
For the grace to forgive: that flowing from God’s forgiveness of us, we may forgive those who have harmed or wronged us
For all confessors: that God will give them wisdom to encourage penitents and help them to be signs of God’s love and mercy
For all who are bound by sinfulness: that God may break their bonds and open a new path of life that reveals love, kindness and mercy to them
For all who are in need; for refugees, the poor, the homeless, and those who are ill: that the Risen Lord will give them hope, healing and new life
For all who suffer from violence, particularly the Christians of Egypt and the Middle East: that God will protect them from harm, heal their wounds and help them to give witness to God’s love for all
For greater appreciation of God’s creation: that we may recognize God’s love and presence manifested in creation and be good stewards of God’s gifts
For Peace: that Christ’s gift of peace may settle in the hearts of all the human family and guide us away from violence and revenge
For all who have died: that they may recognize the Risen Lord and share in Christ’s life forever