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 light to the nations and an instrument of God’s saving message to all who are seeking direction and a deeper meaning for their life

For all disciples:  that we may give testimony that will attract others to Jesus and help them encounter Christ who is the way, the truth, and the life for all the human family

For this Christian community: that we who are called to be holy may allow the grace of God to work in us and form us into the people of God

For catechists and parents: that like John the Baptist, they may introduce and lead the young people in their care to a deeper relationship with Jesus

For the grace of humility: that we may use our gifts in the service of God and be open to the gifts of others so that through all of us, God’s work may be accomplished

For a greater awareness of God’s call in our lives: that we may listen and live out the mission to which God invites us

For Christian unity: that God will remove the walls of misunderstanding, help us co-operate in serving those in need, and bring us to a greater appreciation of the gifts of the Spirit at work in one another's communities

For the members of Congress: that God will give them wisdom and courage as they address the issues before them so that the common good may be advanced

For all who have turned away from God: that our words and deeds may make God’s love and presence known to them

For an end to racism and the dawn of new cooperation amongst all peoples:  that God will help us recognize the dignity of each person and give us the courage to reach past divisions build a greater society

For all who are worried or anxious:  that God will ease their fear, help them to recognize the God is with them, and give them courage

For all who have suffered from natural disasters, particularly the people of Australia and Puerto Rico: that God will give them hope, protect them from further harm, and touch the hearts of many to assist them

For greater respect of human life: that we may honor and respect all human life which God has formed in the womb and holds in being each day

For all Christians who face persecution: that God will stir up the Spirit within them, ease their suffering, and help them to bear faithful witness to the Gospel

For peace: that God will open dialogue between nations and groups that are in conflict and guide all to new ways to resolve disputes in non-violent ways