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

Joe Milner

For the Church: that we, like Peter and Paul, may allow God to transform us more and more into the image of Christ

For all gathered here: that formed by the preaching of Peter and Paul, we may never tire of bringing the Good News to others

For all who are persecuted for their faith, especially those who are facing torture or death: that they may experience Christ with them in their suffering and remain faithful witnesses of God

For Pope Leo: that God inspire his words as he promotes and encourages the faith handed on by the Apostles

For a deepening of faith: that God will draw us into a deeper relationship and greater trust of the one who loves us without limit

For a renewal of prayer: that God will teach us to pray and help us to never give up in the face of adversity

For all missionaries and evangelists: that they may experience Christ standing by them and guiding their teaching

For the conversion of all who seek to harm and confuse God’s holy people: that God will touch hearts and change minds through the witness of faithful disciples

For Christian Unity: that God’s Spirit will lead us along new paths to overcome the differences between all who bear the name of Christian

For all who are away from loved ones: that God will keep them safe and help them to be faithful to their commitments

For all who are suffering from flooding: that God will help them find safety and give them strength to renew their lives

For all who produce our food: that God will provide favorable weather and a good growing season

For all who are seeking employment: that God will guide their search and lead them to new ways to use their gifts

For all who are traveling by air, sea or land: that God will lead them and guide them safely to their destination

For the gift of peace: that God will give courage to those who make risks for peace so that all may live in peace