These ideas are designed to be starting points for the prayers of a particular community of faith.

Joe Milner

For the Church: that God’s covenant, which is written upon our hearts, may help us know the Lord more deeply and guide us in serving God each day

For the grace of surrender: that we may let go of control, entrust our lives to God, and allow God to raise new life within us

For all who are facing little deaths through loss, betrayal, or impairment: that they will surrender these wounds to God and allow God to bring forth new life in them

For the grace to be women and men for others: that God will guide us in laying down our lives in loving service and sharing our gifts to help others along life’s journey

For healing and freedom: that as the Body of Christ is lifted up before us in the Eucharist, we may be drawn to Christ, the source of life, and share in the new covenant that Jesus offers

For all who desire to see Jesus: that they may come to know and develop a relationship with Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life

For a spirit of repentance: that God will free us from our false attachments and sinful actions, move our hearts to celebrate the sacrament of penance, and open us to the power of forgiveness

For all who lay down their lives for others: that God will guide and strengthen parents, caregivers of the sick, and those who assist the marginalized to be instruments of God’s love and compassion

For all who are approaching death: that they may surrender themselves into God’s loving care and enter into the fullness of life with Christ

For all who are recovering from storms and natural disasters: that God will protect them from further danger, give them strength, and speed the assistance that they need

For all who suffer each day: that God will give strength to those with chronic illnesses, hope and courage to those who have been abused, and open new resources for those who live on the streets

For those who are sick: that God will send healing and strength to all who are ill or recovering from surgery and fill their hearts with hope and courage

For immigrants and refugees: that God will guide them in their search for a new homeland, protect them from gangs and warfare, watch over the children who are alone, and guide them to safety and new places to live

For all who confront the power of death in their ministry: that God’s love will shine through them and that the Spirit of life will guide them in sharing hope with those considering suicide, people condemned to death, or grieving the loss of a loved one

For students on spring break: that God will keep them safe, refresh their spirits, and help them to make good and prudent choices