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 passionately and continuously call out to Christ for our needs and courageously follow Jesus on the way of life

For the grace to risk: that we may sincerely seek the deepest desires that God has placed in our hearts and pursue their fulfillment even when the path is unclear

For those searching for God: that their eyes and hearts may be opened to the many manifestations of God's love for them

For all whose attention is fixed on the allurements of wealth, power, and prestige: that God will reveal to them their call to discipleship and the opportunities that God presents to use their gifts

For a listening and sensitive heart: that we may never ignore nor try to silence those who cry out in pain or seek our assistance

For all who are blinded by prejudice: that God will enlighten their hearts and help them recognize the value and dignity of each person

For all who help others grow in faith, particularly parents, catechists, and spiritual directors: that God will inspire their efforts as they strive to nurture the seeds of faith that God has planted

For all who are ill, particularly those with diseases of the eyes: that God will bring healing and renewal to them in body, mind, and spirit

For greater reverence for human life, particularly for those advanced in years or dealing with long-term infirmities: that we may affirm their dignity and support them with love and encouragement

For all who have been bullied or tormented by others: that God will comfort and strengthen them and renew their sense of dignity

For greater respect for God’s work of creation: that we may be mindful that all the earth is God’s gift to us and that it is entrusted to our stewardship

For all who are recovering from natural disasters: that God will strengthen them, open doors to the resources that they need, and give them hope

For freedom from fear: that God will free us from the fears that hold us from loving, forgiving, and serving so that we may be dynamic disciples

For the guidance of the Holy Spirit: that, as the Synod concludes, God will guide the church in continuing to listen to God’s invitations and in helping us to fulfill the mission entrusted to us

For safe and peaceful elections: that God will give all voters wisdom as they make decisions about candidates and ballot measures, overcoming obstacles in getting to polling places, and accepting the balloting results