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 continue the mission of Jesus and bring forth the reign of God through our worship, our work, and our relationships each day

For a renewed spirit of evangelization: that the Holy Spirit will guide us in witnessing to Jesus and all that God has done in showing compassion and forgiveness to all the world

For the coming of Christ’s reign: that we may strive with great dedication to bring hatred, injustice, and all the evils of our society under the saving and redeeming love of Christ

For all gathered here: that we may encounter Christ in our Eucharistic assembly, in our families and communities, and in those who request our assistance

For the Christian community: that through our celebration of the Paschal Mystery and the Easter season, we may be renewed in spirit to live for Christ each day and place our talents and energies in the service Christ’s reign

For wisdom: that God will inspire us in recognizing and using our gifts to enrich the faith community and cooperate with God in bringing forth the reign of God in our time and place

For all who spread the Good News, particularly missionaries, preachers, and writers: that God will inspire them to announce God’s saving love and healing presence boldly and dynamically

For the healing of racism: that all nations and peoples may recognize the value and dignity that God has given each person and work together to bring forth the reign of God in the world

For government leaders: that God will inspire them with courage and new understanding as they work to develop new immigration policies

For all victims of violence: that God will heal their pain, ease their fear, and give them the courage to engage with life fully

For an end to drug trafficking: that God will turn the hearts of those involved with illegal drugs and empower those with addictions to seek help

For all youth: that God will guide their path, help them to recognize the blessings which they have received, and inspire them with new solutions for the challenges of society

For all dioceses where parishes are being reorganized: that the Spirit will guide the process, open hearts to new connections, and bring forth dynamic parishes that give witness to the Gospel

For peace in our cities and neighborhoods: that God will break the patterns of violence, open new ways to resolve disputes, and give courage to all working to be peacemakers

For Peace: that God will bring an end to armed conflicts, protect the vulnerable for harm, and open new pathways to peace and understanding

[USA] For all who have died in the service of our nation: that God’s glory will shine upon them and that they may share in the peace of the heavenly kingdom