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 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 growth of our faith: that God’s love for us may be a light for us as we face our daily challenges and draw us into a deeper relationship with God

For a spirit of respect: that we may honor each person who enters our life, particularly those with physical limitations, and encourage them to use their gifts and enrich the community

For all who face social, cultural, political, or family opposition to embracing the Gospel: that God will strengthen their hearts and help them find loving and supporting communities

For all who are bound by the blindness of prejudice: that God will free them from judging others and open their eyes to the value and dignity of each human person

For all the Elect: that God will heal them of the blindness that clouds their vision and give them a new awareness of God’s presence in their lives and God’s invitation to service

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 government officials: that God will anoint their minds and hearts so that they may promote the well-being of all whom they serve, particularly the vulnerable and powerless of society

For all who have suffered abuse by religious leaders: that God will heal their wounds, give them new insight into their strengths, and help them to be open to sharing their gifts for the good of others

For all who have no sight or who losing their sight: that they may experience God’s presence with them and God’s guidance in living their lives fully

For insight and openness to caring for our environment: that God will help us to see the damages that have been done to our air, water, and land, and guide us in developing policies that will protect the environment from further harm

For all whose lives are darkened by alcohol, drugs, or pornography: that the light of the Gospel may shatter their darkness and open a path to living a new life

For all who live in the darkness of violence, warfare, or human trafficking: that God will comfort all who are in pain, bring light into their lives, and speed the assistance that they need to live in safety

For Refugees: that God will guide them safely to find new homes and help them enrich their new communities with their gifts and talents 

For Peace and an end to warfare: that God will change hearts of those advancing violence, help them to recognize the value and dignity of each person, and open new opportunities for dialogue