For the Church: that we may be transformed by God’s Spirit and embrace the reversal of self justification in our society by walking humbly and finding our strength in Christ

For all disciples: that we may recognize the Blessedness given us by the Spirit and manifest it in our lives through loving sacrifice, deeds of justice, and words of compassion

For the grace to be poor in Spirit: that we may recognize our poverty whenever God is not at the center of our life and decisions

For all who are burdened by life, for refugees, the sick, and the unemployed: that God’s Word may reveal to them their blessedness and dignity

For all who mourn: that they may know God’s presence this day and that we may stand with them and support them through their grief

For all who feel guilt or remorse: that God will heal and renew their spirits so that they can live freely as God’s children

For all who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for those who have been abused, unjustly imprisoned, suffered discrimination, and those who work to empower the marginalized: that the Spirit of God will guide their deeds and strengthen their spirits

For peacemakers, for those who promote dialogue and understanding within families or between nations, racial groups, or gangs: that God will bless and make fruitful their efforts

For all who show mercy, for those who care for the sick and elderly, and for those who assist those who are in need: that the face and love of God may continue to shine through them

For all who suffer for the sake of Christ, for those who live in communities that are hostile to Christians, for those imprisoned or persecuted because of the Gospel: that they may have courage and hope as they live the paschal mystery today

For all who are well born, educated, and influential: that we may place our gifts and talents in the service of God’s reign

For all who minister in Catholic schools: that God will prosper their work and help them form young people in knowledge, virtue and faith

For greater respect for the balance within nature: that we honor the way in which God has created the world and be good stewards of it

For the members of legislatures: that their hearts may be sensitive to the needs of the poor and voiceless as they formulate new policies and budgets

For the growth of peace in the mid-east: that all hearts may be open to new beginnings through the end of violence and the renewal of dialogue

For all who have died: that they may see God and live forever