November 15, 2026

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope, that God may offer hope, generosity of spirit, kindness and healing in his faithful ministry among us.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who seek Christ Jesus in prayer, that God may unify all believers and give common ground to work toward the healing of nations.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who live in anguish, that Christ may shelter the homeless, restore courage for all who are exhausted from daily life, and hope to simply live upon our earth in comfort and rest.

We pray to the Lord.

For all families under heaven, that Christ may bring courage to fragile marriages and peace to all families who live fragmented and unstable lives.

We pray to the Lord.

For all creative people, that the Holy Spirit may offer artists, musicians, and authors, the grace to expand our notions of a good and beauty life. May genuine creativity become food for our souls.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who live with mental illness or emotional decline, that God may ease fear and open healing to every soul in distress.

We pray to the Lord.

For all healthcare workers, that Christ Jesus may model compassion toward people drenched in pain.  May the Holy Spirit invigorate caregivers who labor in nighttime and daylight.

We pray to the Lord.

For ill members of our families and friends, that God bring hope for people facing loss of health and mobility.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our November remembrance of our loved ones bring us closer to our heavenly home. May love and gratefulness be counted among our departed.

We pray to the Lord. 

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November 8, 2026

Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope, and ____, our Bishop. May God provide wisdom for all leaders as they proclaim the gospel and serve people in poverty and illness.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who wait for lasting peace. May God inspire people who work to pick up the pieces from war and street violence. May Christ take our hands to provide service for all people in need.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who speak only bitter words. May Christ voice hope in our world that aches for wisdom and goodness. May God reconcile broken relationships and give us a voice of tender forgiveness and joy.

We pray to the Lord,

For people bedridden and separated from those they love. May Christ bring light and peace to people in pain. May God inspire us to help ease the burdens people survive daily.

We pray to the Lord.

For our children who seek brilliance and hope. May we all learn to play, to laugh and to be ready for love. May wisdom flow within our children and their children.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who feel lost in the dark. May Christ offer light and faith to people living with depression, anxiety, and severe dementia. May we walk together hand and hand to the promise of God’s Kingdom.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who carry the light of faith along our path. May spiritual directors, therapists, and social workers encourage us along our journey. May Christ offer light and healing within our hearts.

We pray to the Lord.

For people whose faces are stained with tears. May Christ Jesus heal our grief and ease the pain of all who face loss. May we rejoice for our loved ones in heaven.

We pray to the Lord.

For our loved ones who have taken their last breath. May our beloved dead be led to God’s eternal and gracious Kingdom of Heaven.

We pray to the Lord.

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November 1, 2026

The Solemnity of All Saints

For Leo, our Pope, and __, our Bishop. May our leaders seek the mercy of Christ in prayer and in service among us. May the saints of heaven inspire our leaders on earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For our political leaders. May we vote for men and women who help the marginalized and outcast of our nation. May hope be on the lips of those who serve us in public office.

We pray to the Lord.

For nations amid war and violence. May God inspire every nation and every human heart to seek peace and reconciliation. May we put down guns and end our hateful rhetoric.

We pray to the Lord.

For the poor in spirit and the meek of our land. May we support our neighbors who seek shelter, food and adequate employment. May the humble teach us how to live with love upon our earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For married couples who struggle in their commitment. May our Christian communities support the needs of every family. May Christ give us courage to remain loving, wise and faithful.

We pray to the Lord.

For our loved ones who face the burdens of ill health. May we support the weak and the lonely with our prayer and kindness. May Christ heal our loved ones and bring courage to all who live in pain.

We pray to the Lord.

For all people seeking sacraments within the Church. May we encourage the next generation of believers.  May Christ and all the saints inspire our search for faith and fidelity.

We pray to the Lord.

For the care of our planet. May we prepare the next generation with clean water, air and sufficient food. May the beauty of the earth remain in our hearts forever.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who mourn upon the earth. May Christ Jesus heal our broken hearts and mend the losses we experience. May the saints of heaven guide our grief and emptiness.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May we throughout the month of November find solace and peace in the full harvest of God’s eternal love.

We pray to the Lord.

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PRAYER

Rev. Ronald Patrick Raab, C.S.C.

Ever Gracious God, you offer us your forgiving presence in the dying and rising of Christ Jesus. Help us live with integrity of heart, uttering words that bring harmony and honesty. Give us the grace to empty our souls of prejudice, avarice, and harmful actions. Allow us to view the signs of the times with faith and zeal. May we become what we profess, and may we live in your faithfulness toward all humanity through Christ the Lord. Amen.

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October 25, 2026

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope. May God heal him in this time of illness and bring him peace of heart. May Christ sustain him as he leads and serves our Church.

We pray to the Lord.

For the end of war and violence in every nation. May God whisper peace in the ears of political leaders. May nations thrive and retaliation end in assured peacetime.

We pray to the Lord.

For the future of religious life within the Church. May our young people offer their lives for the well-being of the poor, the marginalized and unhealthy. May our vocations proclaim the gospel of love and justice in our world.

We pray to the Lord.

For a new awareness of God’s gifts. May our hearts, minds and souls overflow with gratitude for the love God gives us. May we love all people, races and nations.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who live with mental and emotional illness. May we be patient among our loved ones who live with memory loss and severe decline. May God steady the lives of those who wait for healing.

We pray to the Lord.

For the healing of our planet. May we work for the common good of the earth. May love be known in our work for clean air, water, and sufficient food.

We pray to the Lord.

For families who live from paycheck to paycheck. May God provide for our daily lives. May every family under heaven find food, shelter and education.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who face illness and a new diagnosis of disease. May our ill find in our worshipping communities love and support.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our loved ones who have died rest lovingly in the presence of God’s eternal face.

We pray to the Lord.

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