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 source of living water for all who thirst for meaning and purpose in their lives

For the grace of courage: that through our encounters with Christ, we may be strengthened, freed from fear, and emboldened to share our experience of knowing Christ

For a greater openness to the Word of God: that we may carefully listen to the scriptures, ponder them in our heart, and be nourished by them

For a deepening of hope: that the Spirit of God will help us experience the length and depth of God‘s love for us and renew our trust in God’s faithfulness as we face our daily challenges

For fulfillment of our hungers and thirsts: that we may daily seek Christ who fulfills our deepest longings and never be seduced by superficial satisfactions nor empty pleasures

For all who are preparing to celebrate the sacrament of penance: that like the woman at the well, they may honestly examine their life, seek counsel in changing their direction, and find healing and strength in the sacrament

For all who face prejudice and discrimination: that God will heal their wounds and help them to continue to share their gifts for the good of others

For all who thirst every day: that God will assist all who have limited access to water, guide all who are searching for new sources of water, and raise our awareness of the importance of protecting clean water

For all the Elect: that they may grow in their desire for waters of new birth and surrender to God more fully this Lent

For all in irregular marriage situations: that they may know God’s love for them and God’s desire to bring them to wholeness

For greater recognition of the ministry of women: that we may be open to and encouraging of the ministerial gifts of women who bring the Good News to our communities and to those who never come to Church

For all who are ill: that God’s healing love will touch them, relieve their suffering, and restore them to wholeness

For Pope Francis: that as he celebrates ten years as the Bishop of Rome, God will gift him with health in mind and body, continue to bless his efforts to show God's mercy and compassion to all, and inspire him as he leads the Church to greater unity and deeper love

For all who are suffering: that God will give strength to those recovering from accidents, natural disasters, droughts, or who are grieving the death of loved ones

For college students who are on spring break: that God will preserve them from harm, help them to make wise decisions, and protect them as they travel

For an end to violence: that God will end the bloodshed in Ukraine, city streets, schools, and families, and turn human hearts toward forgiveness and cooperation