November 16, 2025

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Leo, our Pope and ___, our Bishop. May their perseverance in faith provide hope for all humanity and lasting peace upon our earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For people starving for food and shelter. May leaders of nations learn a deep humility from people who need food for their children. May the hungry find comfort and genuine bounty in Christ Jesus.

We pray to the Lord.

For all people who have lost jobs and security. May all people without adequate employment find reassurance and purpose in their search for survival. May they persevere in faith for the welfare of their families.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who face despair and mental anguish. May those who suffer diseases of the mind find true light and courage in faith. May we learn to serve people who most need our advocacy.

We pray to the Lord.

For deep courage in our lives of prayer. May we persevere in our surrender to Christ Jesus. May our common prayer bring hope to us who are saddened by natural disasters, loss and street violence.

We pray to the Lord.

For our children who have been trafficked for sex and work. May our lost children find within themselves deep hope, healing and truth. May our lost family members find true home in our efforts to support them.

We pray to the Lord.

For our relatives and friends who remain addicted to alcohol and drugs. May our loved ones find courage in sobriety. May they persevere in a new life of freedom and healing.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who hold in their body disease and pain. May they be comforted by Christ Jesus and find adequate healthcare for their survival. May Christ ease their pain and fear.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who have gone before us in faith. May our beloved dead find new home in heaven. May Christ Jesus ease our grief and anguish.

We pray to the Lord.