Sunday July 12, 2026

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope and ___, our Bishop. May our leaders sow seeds of compassion among those who are cast aside, forgotten and in need of the basics of life.  May seeds of faith and love spring up forever.

We pray to the Lord.

For farmers and all who tend the earth’s soil. May God plant hope upon our earth to provide food for the nations.  May we care for the resources of our earth and by our hard work provide nutrition for all people under heaven.

We pray to the Lord.

For a new ability to hear and treasure the holy scriptures. May the word of God find in us a compassionate ear and help us live in reconciling love among all our relationships.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who vacation this summer. May we find rest and harmony while the sun is high. May our lakes, oceans, and mountains be reminders of our need to care for ourselves and the planet we enjoy.

We pray to the Lord.

For the good seeds of love planted by Christ alone. May we receive in our daily prayer the richness of God’s fidelity toward us. May we live lightly upon the earth bearing the good fruit of justice and harmony.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who cannot care for themselves. May the weary be loved and the good seeds of God’s healing be manifest in our actions and concerns for the sick and marginalized.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who have been abused and life’s potential taken from them. May God plant hope deeply in the hearts of people who bear the pain of negligence and cruelty. May hope spring up in healing love.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who bear the sorrow of loss from shootings, street violence and hatred. May we all pause and tread lightly upon the earth so to see the value of all human life.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who have died in recent days. May the seeds of faith lead to the full harvest of God’s Kingdom. May our loved ones rest in eternal light and glory in the sight of Christ our Savior.

We pray to the Lord.

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A Prayer for World Peace

Dear God, thank you for all creation. In the spirit of Jesus of Nazareth and all teachers of peace who inspire the many faith traditions, help me, and all the people of the world, learn how to replace hate, war, oppression, and division with love, peace, freedom, and reconciliation. Help me to embody Your love in my relationships with my family and friends, strangers—even my enemies. I commit myself to this sacred task throughout my life. So let it be.

This prayer is translated into six languages at the fountain. I invite you on this July 4th to find the language that resonates with you and may we all pray for peace on this national day of freedom.

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July 5, 2026

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope, and __, our Bishop. May they offer comfort to the weary and the lost. May we all rejoice in Christ’s compassion and mercy.

We pray to the Lord.

For peace within our own country. May we live in harmony and justice and welcome the immigrant and those who seek a new life. May people live in hope across our land, from sea to shining sea.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who seek a deeper relationship with Christ Jesus. May we hear in our hearts Christ’s invitation to rest and to find comfort. May love flourish in our lives of honest prayer at this Eucharist.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who bear the confusions and questions of ill-health. May Christ heal us who suffer body pain and the worry of how to pay for healthcare. May we all discover the peace and compassion of Christ.

We pray to the Lord.

For our elders who live behind closed curtains and who suffer a lack of mobility. May Christ embrace those who struggle to care for themselves and who most need emotional support.

We pray to the Lord.

For our children who have been abused. For runaways and all youth who wait for a secure and loving home. May Christ shelter our next generation and offer them peace and well-being.

We pray to the Lord.

For renewal of friendships and family life in these summer months. May we truly see our children who teach us to play and our youth who invigorate family life. May our eyes be opened to God’s tender care.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who grieve and who wait for consolation. May God heal our hearts and offer us hope as we live in the sorrow of loss. May the love of Christ become a healing balm for our lives on earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our loved ones find the joy of green pastures and the Good Shepherd’s comfort in heaven. May our souls find hope in Christ’s promise of eternal life.

We pray to the Lord.

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June 28, 2026

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

For the well-being of Leo, our Pope and ____, our Bishop. May God instill within our leaders a compassionate heart to welcome the weary and the lost.

We pray to the Lord.

For harmony within our nation as we prepare for our 250^th anniversary.  May all people find sufficient housing, adequate food and healthcare. May we know justice in dawn’s early light.

We pray to the Lord.

For peace among nations. May we be a light of hope for all nations under heaven. May peace come to every household and heart.

We pray to the Lord.

For foster parents and parents who have adopted children. May their homes and hearts become a place of genuine hospitality for children lost along the fray.

We pray to the Lord.

For the good of our earth, our fields of growth, and our refreshing waters. May we work toward the benefit of the planet upon which we live.

We pray to the Lord.

For hospitality workers and people who serve us every day. For window washers, caregivers, aides, waitstaff, personal assistants and cashiers. May we recognize the beauty of hospitality and the acceptance of all people.

We pray to the Lord.

For our abandoned poor and people longing for survival. May we take the gospel to heart and reach out to strangers in need. May we offer a cup of water and true hope to all people.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who grieve.  May our grief find sunlight and hope. May we be consoled by God’s mercy and comfort.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our loved ones find eternal rest in the glory of God’s presence. May they stand before the face of Christ Jesus.

We pray to the Lord.

June 21, 2026

Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope, and ___, our Bishop. May they proclaim the gospel with joy and fearlessness. May they serve the Church in Christ’s compassion.

We pray to the Lord.

For lasting peace on earth. May we pray for the end of violence and neglect. May the Church work tirelessly for justice across the globe.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who fear life. May we find comfort in Christ Jesus. May we not live in anguish in our daily lives. May God comfort us when we are weary.

We pray to the Lord.

For the healing of our earth. May we grow in our efforts to work toward healing and rejuvenation of our planet. May God help us sustain the earth upon which we live.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who do not feel worthy to stand upon the earth. May we embrace people who have been abused and shamed in life. May our children be worth more than many sparrows.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who are ill and who live with chronic pain and disease. May we tend to our loved ones who ache for consolation and love.

We pray to the Lord.

For immigrants and those who seek freedom and home. May our hearts welcome the stranger and help them discover their value worth more than many sparrows.

We pray to the Lord.

For our children who play in summer and who invest themselves in exploration and travel. May our young find delightful rest in summer and remain curious about their future.

We pray to the Lord.

For our loved ones who have died. May they be welcomed into a homeland of abundant worth and forgiveness.

We pray to the Lord.

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