December 28, 2025

Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph

For Leo, our Pope, and __, our Bishop. May our leaders inspire us to work for the common good. May our Church family be rooted in love and justice.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who search for Christ Jesus in difficult times. May our lives be rooted in Christ’s love for people on earth. May Christ bring hope and healing to every human heart.

We pray to the Lord.

For families searching for safety in war zones. May God restore peace in every land and nation. May we protect those we love and secure our future in peacetime.

We pray to the Lord.

For runaway children, orphans, and our youth who face abuse. May our children grow up with security in healthy families. May our young people find contentment in family life.

We pray to the Lord.

For our families members in need of healing. May families find solace and forgiveness. May Christ Jesus reveal a path of courage for all whom we love.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who face illness and long-term disability. May our family members who face bodily and emotional pain know the healing presence of God. May Christ touch our pain with kindness and mercy.

We pray to the Lord.

For families who face storms, flooding and loss of homes. May we shelter our people and offer them food and security. May all who face natural disasters know our long-term support.

We pray to the Lord.

For our elderly who live with dementia and loss of family life. May God support the lives of our elders with healing and courage. May we all find sufficient healthcare for our families.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our loved ones be forever in our memories. May they find new home and everlasting joy in heaven.

We pray to the Lord.