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 live like Jesus and spend our lives in loving service, washing the feet, carrying the burdens, and comforting the brokenness of one another

For the grace to love: that we may love one another as Christ has loved us, forgive our enemies, and affirm the dignity of each person

For greater awareness: that we may recognize God’s presence in the community that is gathered, in the Word that is proclaimed, in those who are ordained, and in the Holy Eucharist

For the grace of unity: that divisions may be healed, unity restored, and that we may support one another in bringing forth the reign of God

For all who are gathered here: that through our sharing in the Body and Blood of Christ, we may more fully become the Body of Christ and give faithful witness until Christ comes again

For those who cannot eat at the table of the Lord: that our love, friendship, and service may offer them an experience of God's love, a sense of community, and support for life's journey

For those to whom we are committed, particularly our families, communities, and friends: that we may be faithful to them and a source of God’s life for them

For our brothers who are priests: that they may be strengthened and renewed by God’s love, and following the example of Jesus, the great High Priest, faithfully lead us in prayer, the pursuit of the truth, and in offering service

For those who have nothing to eat, who are being persecuted, or who feel abandoned this night: that God will fill their emptiness, renew their spirit, and grant them peace of mind and heart

For all who are facing critical and difficult decisions this night: that God will light a path for them, give them strength, and help them to trust in God’s unconditional love for them

For all who have been betrayed, abused, or tortured: that God will heal their pain, give them hope and help them to trust again

For those who seek spiritual, material, or emotional assistance from our community of faith: that we may welcome them, assist them along life’s journey, and share God’s love with them

For the sick, for those approaching death, and for those with mental illness: that God will send an angel to comfort and strengthen them and give them peace

For refugees and displaced persons: that God will guide them to safety, provide for their needs, heal their wounds, and lead them to a welcoming community

For peace: that all may hear Jesus’ command to put away their swords, pursue the welfare of their neighbors, and cooperate for the good of one another