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 radiate the light of Christ each day and confidently live as daughters and sons of God

For all the newly baptized: that they may faithfully follow Jesus and keep the light of Christ burning in their lives

For all children: that they may live and grow in peace, celebrating God's love each day of their lives

For all the baptized: that Christ will pour out the Spirit upon us and enable us to continue the mission of bringing hope, meaning, and love to our society

For this community: that having renewed our Baptismal commitment, we may live by faith, offer hope, and share God’s love with one another

For all who find themselves walking in darkness or doubting their faith: that they may encounter the Risen Lord who brings light to their journey and peace to their hearts

For healing of hearts and relationships: that the Risen Lord will open the path to reconciliation and healing in families, communities, and amongst co-workers

For all who struggle for peace and justice: that God will renew their faith and bring forth an abundant harvest in our society

For all who are suffering: that the Risen Lord will bring hope, safety, and new opportunities to the poor, the unemployed, refugees, immigrants, and run-away children

For all who are in need: that Christ will heal the sick, give courage to those facing drought, guide immigrants to places of safety, and inspire those who are seeking new jobs

For all facing drought, or who lack of food or medicine: that God will speed the assistance that they need and open the hearts of many to assist them

For all who are alone or isolated: that the joy of Christ's resurrection will renew their spirits and that they may find strength in God's abiding presence

For all who are grieving: that God will give them peace and hope as they hear the Good News of Christ’s resurrection

For all who have died, particularly those who died from violence or neglect, and for those who will die today: that Christ may welcome them into the eternal light and joy of God’s presence

For the gift of peace: that the Spirit of God will bring forth a springtime of peace in Ukraine, Lebanon, Iran, and Sudan and within our cities so that all people may live in safety and with dignity