For the Church: that we may share the light of the Gospel with all who are struggling to recognize good from evil, truth from lies, and selfless love from self-serving activity
For the College of Cardinals: that God will inspire them and give them insight into the needs of the Church as they prepare to elect a new pope
For a growth of faith in our hearts: that God will give us a greater recognition of God’s presence with us and deeper trust in God’s care for us in the midst of the challenges that we face each day
For all who face social, cultural, political or family opposition to embracing the Gospel: that God will strengthen their hearts and help them with loving and supporting communities
For all who are bound by the blindness of prejudice: that God will open their eyes to the value and dignity of each human person
For all the Elect: that God will help them recognize the blindness that clouds their vision and give them new awareness of God’s presence in their lives
For reconciliation amongst communities of faith: that we may each repent of past wrongs and work together to confront evil and violence in the world
For elected and appointed officials: that God will anoint their minds and hearts so that they may promote the well-being of all whom they serve, particularly the voiceless and powerless of society
For all who have suffered abuse by religious leaders: that God will heal their minds and hearts and help them to be open to God’s love and care
For all who have no sight or who losing their sight: that God’s love may abide with them and give them insight and courage to share their gifts
For all whose lives are darkened by alcohol, drugs, or pornography: that the light of the Gospel may open a new path before them
For all who will benefit from the Catholic Relief Services Appeal: that God will assist all who are in need and guide those who seek to assist their relief and development
For insight and openness to caring for our environment: that God will help us to recognize the damages that have been done to our air, water, and land; and that God will guide us to beneficial ways to protect the environment from further harm
For all who are suffering, particularly the people of Syria: that God will give safety to the young and old, and guide the food, shelter and medicine to those most in need
For an end to violence and terrorism: that God will free hearts from violence and protect all innocent people