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 hear God’s call to discipleship and seek first the reign of God in our lives
For the grace of freedom: that we may know freedom of mind and heart so that we can serve those in need around us and not be controlled by the expectations and demands of society
For all who are striving to hear the call to discipleship, particularly inquirers and searchers for the truth: that God’s Word may touch their hearts and guide them into a deeper knowledge of God
For all who feel impelled to violence: that the Spirit of God will calm their anger and help them recognize each person as a child of God
For all who are making life decisions: that they may be aware of God’s invitations planted deep within their hearts and courageously choose paths that lead to life and holiness
For all who are making a journey, particularly pilgrims, refugees, and those going on service trips: that God will guide and protect them on their journey and lead them to new discoveries about themselves and God’s love for them
For all who are recovering from storms and floods: that God will protect them from further harm, guide them to the resources that they need, and open the hearts of many to assist them
For Pope Francis: that God will renew him, strengthen his knees, and help him lead the church to greater service, love and unity
For all who will benefit from the Peter’s Pence Collection: that all who suffer from famine, disasters and hardship may experience support through our love and concern
For all who are called to bear prophetic witness: that their witness to the truth may touch hearts and be an opportunity for deeper conversion for all God’s people
For the members of Congress: that the Spirit will guide them in addressing the issues of violence, injustice and poverty, and work more diligently for those who are oppressed or forgotten by society
For healing of families and communities: that those of different religious traditions and understanding of the Scriptures may recognize the God who is at work in every heart and experience renewal of their relationships and new ways to cooperate
For an increase in civility in public discourse: that all who are championing causes may respect those who hold different ideas
For all who are grieving: that God will comfort them, fill their hearts with peace, and help them to experience the love and compassion of those around them
For peace throughout the world: that armed conflicts will end, injustices and jealousies be addressed, and that all nations may use their resources to defeat disease and hunger.