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 listen with both our minds and hearts to God’s beloved Son and be transformed by his words

For a spirit of gratitude: that we may look beyond our daily routines and like Abraham see God’s blessings that are as numerous as the stars of the sky

For Pope Francis: that God’s healing and renewing love may continue to strengthen him, help in proclaiming the Gospel, and bless all the medical workers who have been caring for him

For a deeper understanding of our baptism: that we may grow in our covenant relationship with God and our understanding of our identity as daughters and sons of God

For courage: that we may join Jesus in journeying toward Jerusalem as we live our vocations and use our resources to continue the mission of Jesus

For a deepening of hope: that even though negative and doubting messages abound in our society, we may be confident that God will never abandon

For all who are on a journey, whether physical or spiritual: that they may know God’s presence each step along the way and rely upon God’s light and truth to guide their steps

For all who live in the Holy Land: that all who draw faith from the witness of Abraham may work to bring forth new cooperation and a season of justice and harmony

For all members of Congress: that God will inspire them with ways to work together to meet the needs of citizens and advance the common good

For all the Candidates for Full Communion with the Church: that they may experience the transforming power of God’s love and experience God’s tender mercy in the sacrament of penance

For all who are sick: that God's healing love will restore those who have cancer or are recovering from surgery, give good rest to those who are anxious or worried, and strength to those who are experiencing the weaknesses of advancing age

For all refugees and displaced people: that God will guide them to places of safety, help them to find welcome and new homes, and open the hearts of many to provide the resources that they need

For peace: that God will bring an end to the violence and warfare, protect the innocent from harm, open channels for food and medicine, and guide the peace negotiations